Lawyer (Application until 23 July 2026)
The Rector of Jan Evangelista Purkyně University in Ústí nad Labem announces a selection procedure for the position of Lawyer.
Number of Vacancies: 1
Job Description / Responsibilities
- Handling the employer’s legal matters, particularly in the areas of commercial law, civil law, and labor law.
- Independently managing legal agendas, records, archiving, and establishing work procedures.
- Providing methodological guidance in agenda management, interpretation of legal regulations, and their practical application.
- Cooperating with external law firms.
- Representing the University in dealings with courts, public authorities, the Police of the Czech Republic, and other institutions based on specific authorization.
- Performing other tasks assigned by a superior that relate to the position.
Qualification Requirements
- University degree (Master’s level) in Law.
- Previous experience in public administration is welcome.
- English language skills at KET (A2) level or higher.
- Knowledge of legal regulations relevant to the position, in particular:
- Act No. 89/2012 Coll., the Civil Code, as amended;
- Act No. 500/2004 Coll., the Administrative Procedure Code, as amended;
- Act No. 134/2016 Coll., on Public Procurement, as amended.
Employment Fraction: Full-time (1.0 FTE)
Salary Classification:
Basic salary according to salary grades N10–N11 under the University’s Internal Salary Regulations, plus a personal allowance corresponding to the candidate’s level of expertise and independence.
Expected Start Date: By agreement
Place of Work: Ústí nad Labem, Czech Republic
We Offer
A Stable and Predictable Working Environment
- Permanent employment contract in an inspiring academic environment with opportunities for further professional development.
Excellent Work-Life Balance
- 6 weeks of annual leave.
- 5 paid sick days.
- Flexible working hours.
- Possibility of regular remote work (home office) by agreement.
Financial Benefits
- Meal allowance.
- Pension contribution.
- Pluxee employee benefits card.
Comprehensive Support for Leisure and Family Life
- Family recreation opportunities at the University’s Bukovina recreational center in the Bohemian Paradise region.
- Free access to University sports facilities.
- Discounted MultiSport card.
- Organization of day camps for employees’ children directly on the University campus.
Application Process
Applicants are requested to submit a CV including a detailed description of significant professional responsibilities and contact details for possible references. In the first stage of the selection procedure, the selection committee will assess the candidate’s profile against the required qualifications based on the submitted CV and overview of professional experience. The committee may contact the references provided. Selected candidates will be invited to a personal interview.
Further Information
Further information is available at: http://www.ujep.cz or from Mgr. Lucie Kalhousová at lucie.kalhousova@ujep.cz.
Applications with a professional CV should be sent by e-mail to personalni@ujep.cz or by post to:
Human Resources Department
Jan Evangelista Purkyně University in Ústí nad Labem
Pasteurova 1
400 96 Ústí nad Labem
Czech Republic
Application Deadline: 23 July 2026