Legal Knowledge Officer

As the institutional representative of over 45 million businesses in more than 170 countries, the International Chamber of Commerce operates with a core mission to "make business work for everyone, every day, everywhere".

We act as the primary voice of the real economy in a range of intergovernmental organisations – from the World Trade Organization to the UN climate process – championing the needs of local business in global decision making.

The convening power of our global network enables us to set rules and standards that facilitate over $17 trillion dollars in trade each year – as well as providing tailored products and digital services that directly address the real challenges faced by businesses operating internationally. We also provide the world's premier private global dispute resolution services, leveraging ICC's unique independence, integrity, and expertise.

The role

We are seeking a
Legal Knowledge Officer
to join the Education and Training team of our Dispute Resolution Services (DRS) and assist with the projects of the ICC Institute of World Business Law and related educational activities.

Tasked with all capacity-building activities on dispute resolution, including developing and managing various trainings, educational events and other capacity-building activities on arbitration and ADR, our DRS Education and Training team is also responsible for the support of the ICC Institute of World Business Law – the ICC think-tank conducting research, developing trainings and providing a platform for knowledge sharing on international business law for the legal and business professionals.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Conducting legal review and providing content for the research and capacity-building projects of the ICC Institute of World Business Law, including related to international business law, arbitration and other fields of law;
• Coordinating various research, academic and capacity-building projects with substantive legal content;
• Liaising with various task forces and working groups of the ICC Institute of World Business Law;
• Systemising the legal knowledge and resources developed through various projects of the ICC Institute of World Business Law and other related capacity building activities;
• Drafting mock documents and scenarios for the training purposes;
• Monitoring evolving internal practices and procedures to ensure the training materials are adequate and accurate (supplement and modify as required);
• Contributing to drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts, agreements, and other legal documents related to the above described activities;
• Assisting in the development and implementation of strategies and policies;
• Monitoring changes in arbitration legislation and practices, and advising on potential impacts on training materials;
• Identifying opportunities to improve approaches, processes and ways of working to ensure a high-functioning department;
• Collaborating and building strong relationships across the organisation to ensure research projects and materials are coherent.

Ready to join us?

Requirements

We would love to hear from you if you:

• Hold a Bachelor's and Master's degree in law or a Juris Doctor degree;
• Are preferably admitted to the bar, and ideally with a legal educational background from a common law jurisdiction;
• Bring at least two years of experience in a similar legal role;
• Have solid expertise in international arbitration, international business law, and contract law;
• Excel in drafting, negotiation, analysis, and problem-solving;
• Are fluent in English and French , both written and spoken;
• Thrive in managing complex issues, juggling multiple priorities, and performing under pressure;
• Demonstrate high ethical standards, integrity, and adaptability in a fast-paced international environment;
• Are familiar with legal requirements for non-profit and for-profit organisations is a strong advantage.

Terms and conditions

Estimated start date:
As soon as possible

Department:
Dispute Resolution Services, Education and Training

Location:
ICC International Headquarters, Paris

Contract type and duration:
Permanent contract (CDI), full time.

At ICC, we make business work for everyone, every day, everywhere. And when we say "everyone", we mean it. We celebrate the diversity of our people and strive to inspire acceptance, cultivate a culture where difference matters, inclusion is essential, and equality of opportunity is for everyone.