Junior Legal Counsel - 40-60% - 6 months
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An international organization is seeking a Junior Legal Junior Legal Counsel - 40-60% - 6 months An international organization is seeking a Junior Legal Counsel (part-time, 40-60%) to support its Investigations Unit. This position is ideal for an early?career legal professional with a first relevant professional experience - such as an internship or junior role in a law firm, court, prosecution office. Excellent command of English is crucial for this role. Junior Legal Counsel - 40-60% - 6 months An International Organization based in Geneva. Description Under the supervision of a manager, responsibilities may include: Supporting the organization and review of evidence. Assisting with legal analysis and identifying relevant inculpatory and exculpatory elements. Reviewing and analyzing internal and external documents, policies, and regulatory frameworks. Conducting legal research on domestic and international law, jurisprudence, and decisions of other international institutions. Proof?reading and cite?checking investigative documents, including letters and preliminary findings. Updating internal administrative documents and trackers. Contributing to the development of precedent documents and training materials. Profile Enrolled in or holder of a professional law degree (JD, LLM, or equivalent postgraduate legal qualification) A first professional experience in a law firm, a public prosecutor's office, or a domestic/international tribunal is an asset. Excellent drafting abilities with clear and precise writing. Proven academic strength in legal research and analysis. Familiarity with citation and referencing standards. Ability to produce well?structured, well?supported written work within deadlines. Capacity to work with confidential information in a sensitive environment. Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively in a multicultural team. Excellent command of English (written and spoken), French is a significant asset. Job Offer Part?time position at 40-60% (to be discussed). Expected workload corresponds to approximately 16-24 hours per week. Initial 6?month contract, starting 1 April 2026, with potential extension. jpidf6291dacv jpit0312cv jpiy26cv