Legal Consultant - Local
Assist judges and registrar with legal tasks and case analysis.
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Overview
Assist judges and registrar with legal tasks and case analysis.
You have:
- University degree in law from an accredited educational institution
- Minimum 3 years of experience practicing law with a first-level degree in law; 1 year with an advanced degree in law
- Fluency in written and spoken English required
- Working knowledge of Arabic desirable
Result of Service - Assists the Judge and Registrar as required, including: drafting orders and judgments; analyzing case files; researching UNAT/UNDT/UNRWA DT jurisprudence and administrative regulations, rules and other issuances; attending hearings and summarizing evidence. - Performs such other duties as may be assigned.
Work Location HQ Amman.
Expected duration 01.03 to 30.11.2023
Duties and Responsibilities - Reports to the Registrar of the UNRWA Dispute Tribunal on case-related and administrative matters. - Assists the Judge and Registrar as required, including: drafting orders and judgments; analyzing case files; researching UNAT/UNDT/UNRWA DT jurisprudence and administrative regulations, rules and other issuances; attending hearings and summarizing evidence. - Performs such other duties as may be assigned.
Qualifications/special skills MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE ¿ University degree in law from an accredited educational institution ¿ Minimum 3 years of experience practicing law with a first-level degree in law; 1 year with an advanced degree in law. ¿ Fluency in written and spoken English
COMPETENCIES ¿ Excellent legal writing (in English) and analytical skills ¿ Strong ability to drive for results ¿ Strong skills in solving problems ¿ Ability to work under pressure and under tight deadlines ¿ Strong interpersonal and communication skills; verbal and written ¿ Ability to establish and maintain effective working relations in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS ¿ Experience in the field of administrative law, particularly in an administrative dispute tribunal of an international organisation ¿ Experience in litigation or working for a judge drafting judicial submissions or issuances ¿ Significant experience in legal drafting in English.
Languages ¿ Fluency in written and spoken English required. ¿ Working knowledge of Arabic desirable.
Additional Information The incumbent is entilted to 1.5 annual leave per month. Monthly Salary is USD 843.5.
No Fee THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.
Potential interview questions
| Can you describe a complex legal case you have worked on? | This question gauges your experience and ability to handle complex legal matters. | Describe the case, your role, and the outcome, focusing on your contributions. |
| How do you manage tight deadlines under pressure? | The interviewer wants to understand your time management and stress handling skills. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What strategies do you use for effective legal writing? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Explain a time when you had to work in a multicultural environment. What challenges did you face? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Describe your experience with administrative law and international tribunals. | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
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