Deputy-Registrar of the International Court of Justice
Quick answer
The International Court of Justice is hiring a senior Deputy-Registrar (THE HAGUE) with a minimum of 15 years of professional experience in public international law, offering a competitive compensation and benefits package.
- Role
- Deputy-Registrar of the International Court of Justice
- Organization
- International Court of Justice
- Location
- THE HAGUE
- Level
- Senior
- Category
- Legal
The role
The Deputy-Registrar of the International Court of Justice assists the Registrar and acts as Registrar in the latter’s absence or in the event of the post of Registrar becoming vacant. The role involves administrative, diplomatic, and judicial duties.
What you'll do
- Manage aspects of the internal administration of the Registry
- Supervise departments and divisions of the Registry
- Oversee specific projects
- Manage the Court’s external relations
- Act as the channel of communication to and from the Court
- Manage relations of a diplomatic nature
What it takes
- Advanced university degree in law or international relations
- Minimum of 15 years of professional experience in public international law
- Experience in multilateral and/or bilateral diplomacy
- Fluency in English and French
- Desirable: Knowledge of Arabic, Chinese (Mandarin), Russian, Spanish, or Dutch
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Competitive compensation and benefits package including 30 days of annual leave, home travel every two years, an education grant for dependent children, a pension plan, and subsidized medical insurance.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
THE HAGUE, Netherlands
What is the compensation?
Not specified in the job posting.
What are the key qualifications required?
Advanced university degree in law or international relations, minimum of 15 years of professional experience in public international law, fluency in English and French, and desirable knowledge of Arabic, Chinese (Mandarin), Russian, Spanish, or Dutch.
How do I apply?
Applications can be submitted through the Inspira platform until 24 September 2026.
How to apply
Apply directly on International Court of Justice's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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