ASSOCIATE LEGAL OFFICER
Quick answer
The United Nations Conference on Trade and Development is hiring an in-office Associate Legal Officer in Geneva to conduct trade law research and support international trade policy analysis.
- Role
- ASSOCIATE LEGAL OFFICER
- Organization
- United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD)
- Location
- Geneva
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Mid
- Category
- Legal
- Apply by
- 2026-07-04
The role
The United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) is seeking an Associate Legal Officer in Geneva to conduct legal research and support trade policy analysis. The incumbent will assist in interpreting international trade law, maintaining databases on tariffs and non-tariff measures, and contributing to reports on trade development. This role involves working collaboratively within the Innovation and Research Coordination Unit to provide legal advice and support administrative functions. The position is a temporary assignment for an initial duration of five months.
What you'll do
- Conduct legal research on international trade law and policy instruments.
- Maintain databases for trade tariffs and non-tariff measures.
- Draft legal analyses, background papers, and reports on global trade issues.
- Provide legal opinions on international public and private law matters.
- Support the administration of legal technical assistance programs.
- Utilize data visualization to present insights for decision-making.
What it takes
- Advanced university degree (Master’s or equivalent) in international law.
- Minimum of two years of progressively responsible experience in trade law.
- Proficiency in English (written and spoken).
- Experience in investment and trade policy issues is desirable.
- Knowledge of data analytics or business intelligence tools is desirable.
- Ability to work effectively in a team and under pressure.
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Where is this job located?
This position is located at the UNCTAD headquarters in Geneva.
What is the compensation for this role?
The compensation for this position is not explicitly specified in the job posting.
What are the primary qualifications required?
Candidates must hold an advanced university degree in international law and have at least two years of relevant professional experience in trade law, research, and analysis.
By when must I apply?
The deadline to submit an application for this role is July 4th.
How to apply
Apply directly on United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD)'s site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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