Senior Legal Operations Assistant
Support legal operations and provide essential analytical and technical assistance
Overview
Support legal operations and provide essential analytical and technical assistance
You have:
- Experience in legal operations or related fields is required.
- Bachelor's degree in Law or relevant field is required.
- Strong analytical and technical skills are essential.
- Ability to provide legal advice and support coordination.
Join Our Mission to Foster Prosperity in Asia
Are you looking to have a lasting impact on the future of Asia and be a catalyst for positive change? We are thrilled to offer a unique opportunity to become an important part of the prestigious Asian Development Bank (ADB). At ADB, our mission is simple yet powerful: to alleviate poverty and promote sustainable development in the Asia-Pacific region.
Organizational Setting and Reporting Relationship
The position of Senior Legal Operations Assistant is assigned to the Office of the General Counsel (OGC), ADB's legal department. OGC is responsible for providing legal and policy advice to ADB's Board of Directors, its Management, and client departments on operational and administrative matters and advises on methods to limit ADB's risk exposure appropriately. It prepares or reviews documents that create and define the legal rights or obligations of ADB, including financing and investment contracts.
You will be based at our Headquarters in Manila, Philippines. You will report to designated International Staff(s) and senior National Staff.
Your Role
As a Senior Legal Operations Assistant, you will provide analytical, technical, and support coordination to OGC by performing the activities described below.
You will:
Qualifications
You will need:
Benefits
ADB offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package. The salary will be based on ADB's standards and comparator markets, taking into account your qualifications and experience.
Additional Information
ADB will be rolling out a new job grading structure on 1 January 2025, which may result in a change of the position grade and title with no change in the terms of reference. By proceeding with your application, you acknowledge and accept all changes resulting from the new job grading structure.
About Us
Asian Development Bank (ADB) is an international development finance institution headquartered in Manila, Philippines and is composed of 69 members, 49 of which are from the Asia and Pacific region. ADB is committed to achieving a prosperous, inclusive, resilient, and sustainable Asia and the Pacific, while sustaining its efforts to eradicate extreme poverty. ADB combines finance, knowledge, and partnerships to fulfill its expanded vision under our Strategy 2030.
ADB only hires nationals of its 69 members.
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ADB wants to ensure that everyone is treated with respect and given equal opportunities to work in an inclusive environment. ADB encourages all qualified candidates to apply regardless of their racial, ethnic, religious and cultural background, gender, sexual orientation or disabilities. Women are highly encouraged to apply.
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Potential interview questions
| Can you describe a situation where you had to analyze a complex legal issue? | This assesses your ability to handle intricate legal matters and your analytical skills. | Detail the issue, your analysis process, and the outcome. |
| How do you prioritize tasks when managing multiple legal documents? | This question examines your organizational and time-management skills. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Give an example of how you've collaborated with legal teams to achieve a goal. | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What steps do you take to ensure compliance with legal regulations in your work? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Describe your experience with drafting legal documents. | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |