Senior Legal Officer
Quick answer
The Counter-Terrorism Committee Executive Directorate is hiring a Senior Legal Officer in NEW YORK, paying Not specified to provide legal advice and lead teams on counter-terrorism issues.
- Role
- Senior Legal Officer
- Organization
- Counter-Terrorism Committee Executive Directorate (CTED)
- Location
- NEW YORK, NEW YORK
- Level
- Senior
- Category
- Policy & Advocacy
The role
The position involves providing authoritative legal advice on complex issues related to counter-terrorism and its financing, preparing reports, leading a team of officers, and engaging with international organizations.
What you'll do
- Provides authoritative legal advice on diverse complex legal questions related to terrorism and its financing.
- Prepares and reviews draft reports and stocktaking updates.
- Coordinates and leads a team of other officers, guides and supervises the work of junior officers.
- Engages with international organizations to facilitate follow-up activities that can enhance Member States' capacity in countering terrorism.
What it takes
- Advanced university degree (master’s or equivalent) in law
- At least ten years of progressively responsible experience in related fields
- Experience supervising or leading a team of legal or technical specialists
- Experience with counter-terrorism issues, including CFT and FATF Recommendations
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is located in NEW YORK, NEW YORK.
What is the compensation range?
Compensation is not specified in the job posting.
How do I apply for this position?
Applications can be submitted through the UN recruitment platform at https://inspira.un.org/psp/PUNA1J/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/UN_CUSTOMIZATIONS.UN_JOB_DETAIL.GBL?Action=A&UNAction=Apply&JobOpeningId=280454&languageCd=ENG.
What are the language requirements?
English is required, and Arabic, Russian, French, Chinese (Mandarin), or Spanish is desirable. The UN Language Framework outlines the minimum required levels for each skill in these languages.
Is this a remote position?
The work schedule is not specified, but the job may be performed on-site at the office of the Counter-Terrorism Committee Executive Directorate (CTED) in NEW YORK, NEW YORK.
How to apply
Apply directly on Counter-Terrorism Committee Executive Directorate (CTED)'s site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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