International Legal Associate — Public & Administrative Law

World Intellectual Property Organization; Genf; Presencial; CHF 42.000 - 76.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

World Intellectual Property Organization in Geneva seeks an Associate Legal Officer to provide comprehensive legal research, drafting, and advisory support across international, administrative, and contract law. The role involves assisting in treaty actions, observer admissions, and governance documentation, working under the Deputy Legal Counsel.

The incumbent will contribute to the Organization's justice processes, review agreements, and support IT and procurement-related legal matters,

Formación

• First-level university degree in law.
• Advanced university degree (master’s) in law, preferably in public international, administrative, or commercial law.
• At least three years of relevant professional experience in legal research and drafting.
• Experience in international organizations or similar institutions is desirable.

Responsabilidades

• Conduct legal research and analysis across international, administrative, and contract law.
• Assist with treaty actions, observer status processes, and related documentation.
• Draft pleadings and documents for WIPO Appeal Board and ILO Administrative Tribunal.
• Support annual reporting on WIPO's administration of justice and review of agreements.

Conocimientos

English

French

Multilingual ability

Educación

Law degree

Master's degree in law

Descripción del empleo

World Intellectual Property Organization in Geneva seeks an Associate Legal Officer to provide comprehensive legal research, drafting, and advisory support across international, administrative, and contract law. The role involves assisting in treaty actions, observer admissions, and governance documentation, working under the Deputy Legal Counsel.

The incumbent will contribute to the Organization's justice processes, review agreements, and support IT and procurement-related legal matters,