Legal Counsel Regulatory Affairs

JR France; Paris; Sur place; EUR 70 000 - 100 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

A prominent role as Counsel at the International Chamber of Commerce in Paris, this position involves leading a case management team focused on international arbitration. The counsel will manage arbitration cases, provide procedural advice, and contribute to court decisions, requiring 6+ years of experience and proficiency in English and German.

Qualifications

• Qualified lawyer with at least 6 years of experience in international arbitration.
• Bar qualification in Germany or Austria is a plus.
• Proficiency in English and German, both written and verbal.

Responsabilités

• Manage a team handling a significant volume of arbitration cases daily.
• Provide neutral procedural advice to arbitrators and parties.
• Participate in Court sessions and review case documents.

Connaissances

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Management skills

Proficiency in English

Proficiency in German

Formation

Legal qualification (e.g., Bar exam)

Description du poste

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About the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC)

The ICC represents over 45 million businesses across more than 170 countries. Our mission is to "make business work for everyone, every day, everywhere." We serve as the primary voice of the real economy in various intergovernmental organizations, including the World Trade Organization and the UN climate process. Our global network allows us to set rules and standards facilitating over $17 trillion in trade annually and to provide tailored products and digital services addressing international business challenges. We also offer premier private dispute resolution services, emphasizing independence, integrity, and expertise.

The Role

The Secretariat of the ICC International Court of Arbitration is recruiting a Counsel to lead its case management team, primarily handling cases related to Germany, Austria, and other European countries. The position is based at the ICC Headquarters in Paris.

Responsibilities

• Manage a team handling a significant volume of arbitration cases daily.
• Provide neutral procedural advice to arbitrators and parties.
• Correspond with parties and arbitrators regarding case administration.
• Review draft arbitral awards and present them for Court scrutiny.
• Prepare and review memoranda for Court decisions.
• Participate in Court sessions and review case documents.
• Contribute articles for publication and represent the Secretariat at seminars.
• Perform special tasks as assigned by senior leadership.

Requirements

• Qualified lawyer with at least 6 years of experience in international arbitration.
• Legal qualification (e.g., Bar exam) is advantageous but not mandatory if experience is sufficient.
• Bar qualification in Germany or Austria is a plus.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and management skills.
• Proficiency in English and German, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work effectively in a multicultural environment.