Assistant Legal Officer
Quick answer
The Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights in Geneva, Switzerland, is hiring an Assistant Legal Officer (entry-level, Master's degree) to conduct legal research, prepare legal documents, and provide administrative support. The position is temporary and available until December 31, 2026.
- Role
- Assistant Legal Officer
- Organization
- Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights
- Location
- GENEVA, Switzerland
- Level
- Entry
- Category
- Legal
The role
The Assistant Legal Officer position involves conducting legal research, assisting in the preparation of legal documents, and providing administrative support in the Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights in Geneva, Switzerland.
What you'll do
- Conducts legal research on assigned issues using multiple research sources
- Assists in the preparation of drafts of background papers, studies, reports, etc.
- Assists in the preparation of legal analyses and memoranda on a wide range of issues
- Assists in the review and organization of factual and legal information relevant to cases and matters under consideration
- Assists in providing legal advice and support on human resources matters
- Contributes to the collection and analysis of data and information
What it takes
- Advanced university degree (Master's degree) in international law or a related field
- Experience in administrative and/or employment and labour law in the United Nations or other similar international organization is desirable
- Experience in handling conduct and discipline matters in an international organization is desirable
- Experience with providing advice on human resources matters is desirable
- Experience with staff regulations and rules, policies and operations of the United Nations or other similar international organization is desirable
- Fluency in English and French
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is located in Geneva, Switzerland.
Is the job remote?
The job is not specified as remote or in-office, but it is based in Geneva, Switzerland.
What is the compensation?
The compensation is not specified in the job posting.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include an advanced university degree in international law, experience in administrative and employment law, and fluency in English and French.
How do I apply?
Applications can be submitted through the online recruitment platform, inspira, by visiting the provided link.
How to apply
Apply directly on Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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