Deputy Counsel – French Speaker

International Chamber of Commerce; Paris; Sur place; EUR 60 000 - 80 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Dynamic international environment

Continual learning opportunities

Meaningful impact

Partial work-from-home opportunities

Résumé du poste

International Chamber of Commerce in Paris seeks a French-speaking Deputy Counsel to assist in Dispute Resolution Services and support French cases. You will review arbitration documents, prepare memos, and liaise with arbitral tribunals on case management, ensuring smooth communication and financial oversight.

Ideal candidates bring at least two years in international arbitration, top-tier written and spoken English and French, and strong organizational skills for a fast-paced, multicultural

Qualifications

• Two years of relevant experience in international arbitration (including internships).
• Strong interpersonal, organizational and detail-oriented abilities.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Fluent in English and French is mandatory; other languages are a plus.
• Formal legal qualification is not essential if sufficient training/experience is shown.

Responsabilités

• Review arbitration requests and documents filed by parties and arbitrators.
• Prepare memoranda and agendas related to arbitral proceedings.
• Communicate with parties and arbitral tribunals on case management.
• Answer general queries about the ICC arbitral process by phone and email.
• Monitor the financial aspects of the arbitrations handled by the team.

Connaissances

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Written & oral communication

English & French fluency

Description du poste

As the institutional representative of over 45 million businesses in more than 170 countries, the International Chamber of Commerce operates with a core mission to “make business work for everyone, every day, everywhere”.

We act as the primary voice of the real economy in a range of intergovernmental organisations – from the World Trade Organization to the UN climate process – championing the needs of local business in global decision making.

The convening power of our global network enables us to set rules and standards that facilitate over $17 trillion dollars in trade each year – as well as providing tailored products and digital services that directly address the real challenges faced by businesses operating internationally. We also provide the world's premier private global dispute resolution services, leveraging ICC's unique independence, integrity, and expertise.

The role

We are seeking a French speaking Deputy Counsel to join our Dispute Resolution Services and support French cases.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Reviewing and processing requests for arbitration and other documents filed by parties, arbitrators and others during arbitration proceedings;
• Preparing agendas (memoranda) briefing the International Court of
• Correspondence and telephone conversations with parties and arbitral tribunals concerning all aspects of case management;
• Answering general queries about the ICC arbitral process by telephone and in writing;
• Monitoring the financial aspects of the arbitrations handled by the team.

What we offer

• A dynamic, collaborative and caring work environment in an international setting.
• Opportunities to continually learn.
• The chance to make a meaningful impact.
• Partial work-from-home opportunities.

Ready to join us?

Requirements

• Have at least two years of relevant professional experience in international arbitration (including internships);
• Possess great interpersonal skills, a strong sense of organisation and attention to details, excellent written and oral communication skills;
• Are able to work efficiently in a high-paced environment within a multicultural team;
• Have excellent verbal and writing skills in English and French (mandatory). All other language skills are an advantage.

A formal legal qualification (i.e. Bar exam or equivalent) is not essential if you can demonstrate sufficient legal training and experience in international arbitration, international and/or commercial law.

Terms and conditions

Estimated start date: As soon as possible

Location: ICC International Headquarters (Paris, France)

Contract type and duration: Permanent contract (CDI), full time.

At ICC, we make business work for everyone, every day, everywhere. And when we say “everyone”, we mean it. We celebrate the diversity of our people and strive to inspire acceptance, cultivate a culture where difference matters, inclusion is essential, and equality of opportunity is for everyone.