About Our Client
Our client is an NGO based near Nyon.

Job Description

1. Provide comprehensive legal support by responding to requests, analysing complex situations, interpreting the NGO policies, and recommending practical, risk-aware solutions to internal clients in various regions.
2. Draft, review, and manage a wide range of contracts (e.g., donor agreements, grants, service contracts, MOUs) with external organisations, ensuring adherence to legal guidelines and securing necessary approvals from senior legal officers.
3. Conduct in-depth legal research on diverse issues, draft legal briefs and documents, and meticulously maintain both paper and electronic records of contracts and other legal documents, using OLA's workflow tools.
4. Enhance staff and managers' understanding of contract review processes, legal policies, and best practices by developing and delivering training sessions aligned with OLA's global training strategies.
5. Assist in managing litigation and claims, including tracking cases, drafting briefs, and coordinating with external counsel when appropriate, while escalating unresolved or high-risk issues to senior legal officers.

The Successful Applicant

1. Master's degree in law.
2. Minimum 5 years of professional experience in a legal role.
3. Experience within an international organisation, NGO or similar setting.
4. Being immediately available.
5. Fluent in English and French. Any other language is an advantage.
6. Excellent drafting and communication skills.

What's on Offer
An interesting position in an international organisation to start as soon as possible.