Legal Associate
Quick answer
UNHCR is hiring a mid-level Legal Associate in Italy to coordinate technical-legal support and capacity-building initiatives related to the EU Pact on Migration and Asylum.
- Role
- Legal Associate
- Organization
- UNHCR
- Location
- Italy
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Mid
- Category
- Legal
- Apply by
- 2026-06-17
The role
The Legal Associate will support UNHCR’s Multi-Country Office in Italy by coordinating technical-legal projects related to the implementation of the EU Pact on Migration and Asylum. The role involves managing legal researchers, delivering capacity-building training, and liaising with national authorities and international partners to ensure high-quality protection standards. The incumbent will also provide legal advice on asylum procedures, detention validation, and other pertinent judicial matters.
What you'll do
- Coordinate technical-legal support projects for specialized immigration and protection divisions.
- Manage and oversee a team of legal researchers to ensure harmonized and high-quality outputs.
- Deliver training and capacity development activities for local and state authorities.
- Provide legal analysis and advice on asylum procedures, detention validation, and international law.
- Liaise with national authorities, IOM, and other stakeholders to support protection-sensitive policy implementation.
What it takes
- Minimum 2 years of relevant experience with a Bachelor's degree, or 3 years with a High School Diploma.
- Proficiency in both Italian and English (minimum B2 level).
- Thorough knowledge of the EU Pact on Migration and Asylum and Italian asylum systems.
- Proven experience in legal research, drafting, and reporting.
- Strong institutional, interpersonal, and strategic communication skills.
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Is this position remote or in-office?
This is an in-office position based in Italy, as the role requires direct coordination with national authorities and local legal researchers.
What are the core qualifications required?
Candidates must have relevant legal experience, proficiency in Italian and English, and expert knowledge of the EU Pact on Migration and Asylum and the Italian refugee system.
By when must I submit my application?
Applications for this position must be submitted no later than June 17, 2026.
Is the compensation stated for this role?
The compensation is not explicitly specified in the job posting; candidates may refer to the provided ICSC salary calculator link for general information regarding UN grades.
How to apply
Apply directly on UNHCR's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
This listing is aggregated from a third-party source and its summary may be auto-generated, so details can be inaccurate or out of date. ForGood is not the employer and is not liable for the content — please verify everything on UNHCR's official posting before applying.