Senior Legal Officer, P5
Quick answer
The Office of Administration of Justice is hiring a Senior Legal Officer (P-5) in NEW YORK to manage the Office of Staff Legal Assistance, providing legal advice, and representing clients in internal justice proceedings.
- Role
- Senior Legal Officer, P5
- Organization
- Office of Administration of Justice
- Location
- NEW YORK
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Senior
- Category
- Legal
The role
The Senior Legal Officer (P-5) is responsible for managing the Office of Staff Legal Assistance, providing legal advice, and representing clients in internal justice proceedings.
What you'll do
- Ensure the effective and efficient discharge of OSLA's mandate
- Coordinate and supervise the work of legal officers and other staff
- Provide strategic legal and policy advice and managerial support
- Advises clients on matters relating to appeals and disciplinary measures
- Provides legal advice on diverse and complex substantive and procedural questions
- Represents clients in the formal internal justice system
What it takes
- Advanced university degree in law
- Minimum of ten years of progressively responsible experience in law
- Minimum of five years' experience as a litigator
- Minimum of three years' experience in managing teams or an office
- Experience in civil procedure, administrative law, or employment law
- Experience in criminal law litigation
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is located in NEW YORK.
What is the compensation?
Compensation is not specified.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include an advanced university degree in law, ten years of progressively responsible experience in law, five years of litigator experience, and three years of experience in managing teams or an office.
How do I apply?
To apply, visit the UN job portal at the provided link and follow the instructions.
Is the job remote?
The job is in-office.
How to apply
Apply directly on Office of Administration of Justice's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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