Temporary Judicial Executive Assistant (Multilingual)

UN Secretariat; Den Haag; On-site; EUR 54,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

The United Nations Secretariat seeks an Executive Assistant to a Judge at the International Court of Justice in The Hague. You will manage calendars, handle confidential correspondence, prepare documents, and coordinate with the Registry and external partners to ensure timely judicial work.

The role requires seven years of relevant experience (five with a university degree), fluency in English and French, and strong Microsoft Office skills.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma is required; a university degree is an asset.
• Seven years of relevant experience supporting senior executives in a professional or international environment; five years if a university degree is held.
• Experience with Microsoft Office is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive administrative support to a Judge, including managing calendars and prioritizing tasks.
• Screen calls and route correspondence in English, French, and/or Dutch.
• Prepare and review documents, reports, and correspondence for accuracy and deadlines.
• Assist Associate Legal Officers and Judicial Fellows with documentation for judicial work, including legal research and maintaining reference collections.
• Support the Judge's relations with the Registry and external entities, managing administrative, financial, and travel affairs, and organizing visits and events.
• Assist with onboarding new Judges and providing administrative support for retiring Judges.
• Support HR administration, including recruitment processes for the Judge's office and onboarding of law clerks.
• Provide informal translations of legal or academic documents as needed.

Skills

Calendar management

Confidentiality

Communication

Time management

Administrative support

Document preparation

Interpersonal skills

Microsoft Office

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The United Nations Secretariat seeks an Executive Assistant to a Judge at the International Court of Justice in The Hague. You will manage calendars, handle confidential correspondence, prepare documents, and coordinate with the Registry and external partners to ensure timely judicial work.

The role requires seven years of relevant experience (five with a university degree), fluency in English and French, and strong Microsoft Office skills.