Are you a law graduate/ legal professional looking for job opportunities as a Deputy Counsel? This opportunity might be of interest to you!
About:
The International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) is the institutional representative of 45 million companies in more than 100 countries. They work to promote international trade, responsible business conduct and a global approach to regulation through a unique mix of advocacy and standard setting activities—together with market-leading dispute resolution services. Their members include many of the world’s largest companies, SMEs, business associations and local chambers of commerce.
Role:
Deputy Counsel
Qualifications:
- Applicants should be recently qualified lawyers with at least 2 years’ relevant professional experience in international arbitration
- A formal legal qualification (i.e., Bar exam or equivalent) is not essential if a candidate can demonstrate sufficient legal training and experience in international arbitration, international and/or commercial law
- Candidates must be well organised, have excellent written and oral communication skills and be able to work effectively in a multicultural team
- Excellent verbal and writing skills in English and French are essential. Spanish is highly desirable
Responsibilities:
- Reviewing and processing requests for arbitration and other documents filed by parties, arbitrators and others during arbitration proceedings
- Preparing agendas (memoranda) briefing the International Court of Arbitration on decisions it is required to take
- Correspondence and telephone conversations with parties and arbitral tribunals concerning all aspects of case management
- Answering general queries about the ICC arbitral process by telephone and in writing
- Monitoring the financial aspects of the arbitrations handled by the team
How to Apply:
Interested candidates can send their applications to courtapplications@iccwbo.org and specify “Court vacancy [Deputy Counsel CDD February 2023]” in the subject line of their email application
- Cover note (one page maximum) highlighting key skills and experience in line with the candidate’s profile and key competencies
- Professional CV (two pages maximum)
Closing date for applications: 5 March 2023
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