Human Rights Lawyer – Turkish Law (Strasbourg)

Council Of Europe; Strasbourg; On-site; EUR 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Council of Europe is seeking a Lawyer for the European Court of Human Rights in Strasbourg. This role involves managing case-files, examining applications, and drafting judgments. Preferred candidates will hold a law degree and have at least two years of legal experience, particularly in Türkiye or similar international organizations.

Fluency in Turkish is essential, along with proficiency in English or French. The position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the enforcement of human rights across Europe.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years of professional experience in legal field.
• Citizenship of a Council of Europe member state.
• Ability to draft legal texts clearly and precisely.

Responsibilities

• Manage case-files in accordance with the Court's procedures.
• Examine applications and maintain correspondence.
• Prepare case-files for examination by a Judge-rapporteur.

Skills

Knowledge of Turkish

Legal drafting in English or French

Legal analysis

Communication skills

Education

Higher education degree in law

Job description

The Council of Europe is seeking a Lawyer for the European Court of Human Rights in Strasbourg. This role involves managing case-files, examining applications, and drafting judgments. Preferred candidates will hold a law degree and have at least two years of legal experience, particularly in Türkiye or similar international organizations.

Fluency in Turkish is essential, along with proficiency in English or French. The position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the enforcement of human rights across Europe.