Assistant Legal Officer

World Intellectual Property Organization; Singapore; On-site; SGD 20,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international organization in Singapore is seeking an Assistant Legal Officer to promote alternative dispute resolution services and develop related materials. The role requires a law degree and experience in intellectual property or ADR. The incumbent will also assist in the administration of mediation and arbitration cases within the organization.

Qualifications

• First-level university degree in law.
• Relevant professional experience in IP or ADR.
• Excellent (written and spoken) knowledge of English.

Responsibilities

• Promote WIPO ADR services in Singapore and the region.
• Develop materials for conferences and training programs.
• Contribute to the administration of mediation and arbitration cases.

Skills

Intellectual property knowledge

Alternative dispute resolution

Legal research skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

First-level university degree in law

Studies in intellectual property and/or adr

Job description

Job Description - Assistant Legal Officer (25266-TA)

Assistant Legal Officer - 25266-TA

IP Disputes Section, WIPO Arbitration and Mediation Center, IP and Innovation Ecosystems Sector

Grade - P1

Contract Duration - 1 year

Duty Station

Publication Date

Publication Date

: 06-Aug-2025

Application Deadline

: 20-Aug-2025, 9:59:00 PM

IMPORTANT NOTICE REGARDING APPLICATION DEADLINE :please note that the deadline for applications is indicated in local time as per the time zone of the applicant’s location.

1. Organizational Context

a. Organizational Setting

Coordinating with other vertical and horizontal WIPO sectors, the IP and Innovation Ecosystems Sector (IES) is responsible for helping Member States develop their IP and innovation ecosystems to drive enterprise and economic growth. IES is also responsible for providing support for researchers and innovators, as well as enterprises, including SMEs, in IP commercialization and otherwise using IP for business growth; issues relating to the emergence of IP as an asset class; and the development of advisory expertise in these and related areas, for example, in national IP strategies.

Within IES, the position is located in the IP Disputes Section of the WIPO Arbitration and Mediation Center which provides services for the resolution of intellectual property and technology disputes between private parties through methods other than court litigation. The IP Disputes Section is responsible for the administration of mediation, arbitration and expert determination cases filed with the Center and various related aspects of the development and promotion of WIPO alternative dispute resolution.

b. Purpose Statement

The incumbent assists in the legal and organizational work of the Center, including contributing to the development of Center-supported dispute resolution policies tailored to local and regional needs and assisting in their implementation.

c. Reporting Lines

The incumbent works under the supervision of the Head of the IP Disputes Section and is based in the Center's Office in Singapore.

d.Work Relations

The incumbent works in close coordination with members of the Center and other areas of WIPO including the WIPO Singapore Office (WSO),IP authorities of Member States and other IP stakeholders in ASEAN.

2.Duties and Responsibilities

The incumbent will perform the following principal duties:

a. Assist in the promotion in Singapore and in the region of WIPO Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) services.

b. Assist in the development of materials on WIPO ADR for conferences and training programs. Promote participation at and attend such events, maintain contact with participants.

c. Assist in the development and promotion of new Center-supported dispute resolution policies tailored to local and regional needs and assist in the implementation of such policies.

d. Contribute to the administration of mediation, arbitration and expert determination cases filed with the Center.

e. Provide procedural guidance in relation to WIPO alternative dispute resolution in response to queries received based on the relevant policies in place.

f. Keep abreast of developments, undertake legal and marketing research in local and regional dispute resolution practices relevant to potential demand for the Center's services and contribute to publications on IP alternative dispute resolution.

g. Perform other related duties as required.

3.Requirements

First-level university degree in law.

University degree including studies in intellectual property and/or alternative dispute resolution.

Experience (Essential)

Relevant professional experience, including experience in intellectual property and/or alternative dispute resolution in a law firm, court or department or agency.

Excellent (written and spoken) knowledge of English.

Ability to work in other WIPO languages.

Job Related Competencies (Essential)

Good understanding of intellectual property and alternative dispute resolution.

An understanding of the use of information technology in the context of dispute resolution processes.

Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Flexibility and team spirit. Ability to work quickly and accurately under pressure. Ease and tact in personal contacts at all levels.

Job Related Competencies (Desirable)

Good understanding of the procedures applicable to the work of the work unit.

1. Communicating effectively.

2. Showing team spirit.

3. Demonstrating integrity.

5. Producing results.

6. Showing service orientation.

7. Seeing the big picture.

8. Seeking change and innovation.

9. Developing yourself and others.

5. Inform ation

Total annual salary consists of a net annual salary (net of taxes and before medical insurance and pension fund deductions) in US dollars and a post adjustment. Please note that this estimate is for information only.The post adjustment multiplier (cost of living allowance) is variable and subject to change (increase or decrease) without notice. The figures quoted below are based on the July 2025 rate of 70.1% (Singapore).

Temporary appointments are renewable, subject to continuing needs, availability of budget and satisfactory performance with a maximum cumulative length of two years.

Applications from qualified women as well as from qualified nationals of unrepresented Member States of WIPO and underrepresented geographical regions are encouraged.Please click on the following links for thelist of unrepresented Member States and thelist of underrepresented regions and the WIPO Member States in these regions.

The Organization reserves the right to make an appointment at a grade lower than that advertised.

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By completing an application, candidates understand that any willful misrepresentation made on this web site, or on any other documents submitted to WIPO during the application, may result in disqualification from the recruitment process, or termination of employment with WIPO at a later date, if that employment resulted from such willful misrepresentations.

In the event that your candidature is shortlisted, you will be required to provide, in advance, a scanned copy of your identification and the degree(s)/diploma(s)/certificate(s) required for this position. WIPO recognizes higher educational qualifications obtained from institutions accredited/recognized in the World Higher Education Database (WHED), a list maintained by the International Association of Universities (IAU) / United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). The list can be accessed here: http://www.whed.net/. Some higher educational qualifications may not be listed in WHED, and will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis.

Additional testing/interviewing may be used as a form of screening.Initial appointment is subject to satisfactory professional references.

Additional background checks may be required.