Senior Legal Officer (Regulatory Affairs)
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The International Seabed Authority is hiring a Senior Legal Officer (Regulatory Affairs) in Kingston, Jamaica, to lead the development of the Mining Code and provide legal advice, with a temporary position available until 23 May 2027.
- Role
- Senior Legal Officer (Regulatory Affairs)
- Organization
- International Seabed Authority
- Location
- Kingston, Jamaica
- Level
- Senior
- Category
- Legal
The role
The Senior Legal Officer (Regulatory Affairs) will lead and coordinate the development of the Mining Code and associated standards and guidelines, provide legal advice, and manage the legal work programme for the International Seabed Authority in Kingston, Jamaica.
What you'll do
- Lead and coordinate the development of the Mining Code and associated standards and guidelines
- Provide authoritative legal advice to senior officials and relevant units
- Manage the legal work programme, including planning, prioritization, and coordination
- Represent the Office of Legal Affairs at meetings and conferences
- Prepare and review reports and recommendations for senior management
What it takes
- Advanced university degree in law
- Minimum of ten years of progressively responsible professional experience in the practice of law
- Experience in the provision of legal advice within the legal office of an international organization
- Experience in the development, review, or drafting of regulatory instruments
- Fluency in English and French
- UN Language Framework Level III in English
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is located in Kingston, Jamaica.
What is the compensation?
The compensation is not specified.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include an advanced university degree in law, at least ten years of relevant experience, and fluency in English and French.
How do I apply?
Applications can be submitted through the online recruitment platform, inspira, by following the instructions provided.
Is the position remote?
The position is based in Kingston, Jamaica, and is not remote.
How to apply
Apply directly on International Seabed Authority's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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