We are actively looking for an experienced Legal Counsel for a 5 months temporary contract. If you are immediately available and have a first experience in a NGO's legal department, this position is for you.

Our client is an NGO based near Nyon.

Description

• 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
• 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
• 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
• 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
• 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

Profile

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

Job Offer

An interesting position in an international organisation to start as soon as possible