Legal Counsel (World Para Sports) (F/M/X) at Internationa...

Intro

The International Paralympic Committee (IPC) offers the position of a full-time Legal Counsel (World Para Sports) in an international and multicultural team at the IPC Headquarters in Bonn, Germany, starting as soon as possible.

Tasks

Act as legal counsel for the IPC, focusing on Para sports.
Provide legal support and strategic advice, including drafting and advising on rules and regulations, agreements for athletes and officials, hosting agreements for competitions, sponsorship and other contractual agreements.
Support the Legal Counsel (Sport and Regulation) in representing the IPC in anti-doping, classification and other disciplinary/regulatory matters, including representing the IPC at hearings when required.
Provide general legal support by researching/answering discrete legal questions that arise in the normal course of business, including on contractual, governance, membership and data protection matters.

Requirements

Relevant legal qualifications (including a current practicing certificate).
A minimum of two years post-qualification experience in a private-practice law firm or equivalent.
Excellent academic achievement and understanding of the law, including a strong grounding in and knowledge of contract law.
Meaningful regulatory and/or commercial experience.
Strong drafting skills and first-rate attention to detail.
Sound judgment and diplomacy.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including fluency in English.
Good interpersonal skills, with a strong focus on integrity and professionalism.
Ability to work in sometimes pressured conditions, and to prioritise tasks appropriately and adapt to situational demands.
Team-player outlook with the ability to work independently but within a structured legal team with appropriate support.
Interest in professional development and a willingness to learn.

Benefits

Equal opportunity employer, encouraging individuals with disabilities and members of minority groups to apply.
Support for the relocation process and provision of transitional accessible accommodation.