Legal Counsel
Quick answer
Save the Children International is hiring a remote/hybrid Legal Counsel to be based in an approved office location to provide strategic legal advice and support for international programs and global operations.
- Role
- Legal Counsel
- Organization
- Save the Children International
- Location
- Any approved Save the Children International office location
- Work setup
- Hybrid
- Level
- Mid
- Category
- Legal
The role
Save the Children International is seeking a Legal Counsel to join its global legal team, providing strategic advice and support to country offices and global departments. The role involves managing contractual risks, advising on international programming and governance, and supporting global supply chain or transformation projects. The successful candidate will work in a hybrid/remote capacity within GMT +/- 3 hours, collaborating with a dynamic team to advance the organization's mission for children. This position offers a unique opportunity to engage in meaningful, high-stakes humanitarian and corporate legal work.
What you'll do
- Provide strategic legal advice to Country Offices and Global Teams on international programming.
- Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of complex commercial and partnership contracts.
- Manage legal risks associated with procurement, supply chain, and transformation projects.
- Advise on organizational governance and legal compliance requirements.
- Manage relationships with external legal advisors and provide team mentoring.
What it takes
- Qualified lawyer or barrister (UK or common law jurisdiction preferred).
- Mid-level post-qualification experience in private practice or in-house legal teams.
- Demonstrated ability to provide pragmatic legal solutions in a complex, pressured environment.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
- Experience in corporate, commercial, charity, or regulatory law.
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Flexible working options, inclusive and collaborative environment, opportunity to work with an international organization, and commitment to professional development.
Frequently asked questions
Is this position remote?
The role is hybrid/remote with flexible working options available, provided the candidate is located within the GMT +/- 3 hours time zone.
What kind of legal experience is required?
Applicants should have mid-level post-qualification experience in areas such as corporate/commercial law, charity/not-for-profit law, dispute resolution, or regulatory matters.
How do I apply for this role?
You should submit your application via the Save the Children International careers portal, including a CV and cover letter. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, so early submission is encouraged.
How to apply
Apply directly on Save the Children International's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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