Legal Advisor

About the role

The Legal Advisor will provide expert guidance on complex international law matters, supporting various ministries and departments within the organization. This role requires a deep understanding of multilateral legal frameworks and the ability to translate legal analysis into actionable advice for non‑legal stakeholders.

Key responsibilities

• Handle multidisciplinary, highly complex legal issues related to international law.
• Research and draft legal advice for internal stakeholders.
• Prepare and review reports for other departments within the ministry.
• Brief and provide oral advice to stakeholders on legal matters.

Required profile

• Law degree; an advanced degree in international law is preferred.
• At least 10 years of professional experience in international law, advising governments or working in a multilateral context.
• Strong analytical and writing abilities to produce concise reports for decision‑makers without a legal background.
• Ability to integrate legal advice into political and policy discussions.
• Excellent judgment, organizational skills, and capacity to work under pressure with tight deadlines.

Required skills

• Apply international legal norms to factual situations and deliver timely recommendations.
• Prepare clear, concise analytical reports.
• Deliver presentations and briefings tailored to diverse audiences.
• Collaborate effectively within a team and mentor junior lawyers.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Fluent written and spoken English; Arabic knowledge strongly preferred.