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Legal Research Assistant "Wissenschaftlicher Mitarbeiter" (for 1-3 days/week) (all genders)
 

We contribute to education, culture and environmental protection


The Hasso Plattner Foundation aims to accelerate the adoption of digital technologies through science and education, improve access to art and culture, and support environmental conservation. Hasso Plattner is one of the founders of SAP, an enterprise software company, and has been Chairman of its Supervisory Board until 2024.

In 1998, Hasso Plattner founded the Hasso Plattner Institute for Digital Engineering (HPI), marking his first significant philanthropic contribution. After signing the Giving Pledge (initiated by Bill and Melinda Gates and Warren Buffet), he established the foundation in 2015. 

The Hasso Plattner Foundation’s main office is in Potsdam, Germany.

 

A career at the Hasso Plattner Foundation can offer you


Purpose – You will be working for one of the worlds largest foundations (by endowment) and will have the opportunity to actively shape our philanthropic activities and operations

Personal growth – We are a fast growing organization looking for excellent talent. You will be working directly with high level executives and senior stakeholders at our projects and the Foundation’s organs and you will have plenty of opportunities to grow into more senior roles

Agility – Our organization is characterized by flat hierarchies, motivated and driven teams and a non-bureaucratic environment

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Your Role 


As a Legal Research Assistant (Wissenschaftlicher Mitarbeiter), you will be a member of our legal team on 1-3 days of the week, supporting ongoing projects and assisting in a variety of legal research tasks. This role offers a unique opportunity to deepen your understanding of legal concepts, gain hands-on experience, and contribute to our mission. 

 

Key Responsibilities 

  • Legal Research and Analysis: 

  • Conduct in-depth research on legal topics, cases, regulations, and statutes. 

  • Summarize and analyze findings to support legal opinions, reports, and presentations. 

  • Support the legal team in their knowledge management efforts. 

  • Document Preparation: 

  • Assist in drafting contracts, agreements, and legal memoranda. 

  • Support the preparation of briefs and documentation for internal and external stakeholders. 

  • Compliance and Policy Support: 

  • Monitor updates in laws and regulations relevant to the organization. 

  • Assist in the development and review of compliance policies and procedures. 

  • Administrative Support: 

  • Organize and maintain legal files and databases. 

  • Assist in coordinating meetings, including preparing agendas and help the team stay organized. 

 

What We Are Looking For 

  • Excellent first German state exam (at least “Vollbefriedigend”) 

  • Strong analytical and organizational skills with attention to detail. 

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills in German and English. 

  • Familiarity with legal research tools and software and AI is advantageous. 

  • Ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently and prioritize workload effectively. 

  • Commitment to maintaining confidentiality and demonstrating high ethical standards. 

 

 

What else do we offer 

 

  • Competitive compensation package
  • Support to pursue professional training
  • Multi-day team events 
  • Public transport ticket
  • State-of-the-art IT equipment 
  • Working in a beautiful office in Potsdam with a lake view
  • Free lunch, fruits, drinks, excellent coffee, and opportunities for outdoor sports activities

To Apply

We look forward to receiving your application (CV, diplomas, references) compiled as one PDF document with your salary expectations and earliest entry date.

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