The Advisory Centre on WTO Law is looking to hire a lawyer:
The Advisory Centre on WTO Law (ACWL) is a public international organisation, independent of the WTO, which was established in 2001 to provide legal advice on WTO law, support in WTO dispute settlement proceedings and training in WTO law to developing countries and least developed countries.
The ACWL is seeking to fill a vacancy for one of its positions of Counsel.
Under the supervision of the Executive Director or his deputy, the Counsel drafts legal opinions on WTO matters, prepares submissions and presents the positions of parties in dispute settlement proceedings before panels and the Appellate Body, delivers lectures to participants in the ACWL's training programmes and performs other functions assigned by the Executive Director.Applicants should have an advanced university degree in law; at least three years of practical experience in WTO law, good understanding of the economic issues underlying WTO law; excellent drafting, communication and presentation skills; ability to manage, organize, plan and deliver work assignments in a timely manner and the ability to work independently and cooperate with others in a diverse international setting. Applicants should also have a commitment to international public service and an interest in the advancement of developing countries. Applicants must be fluent in English. Experience in representing parties in international dispute settlement proceedings and the ability to work in Spanish or French would be distinct advantages.
An internationally competitive salary and benefits package will be offered in accordance with the ACWL's staff regulations, which are similar to those of the WTO.
Applicants are requested to complete the personal history form available on the ACWL website at www.acwl.ch and to send it before 31 October 2009 to:
The Executive Director
Advisory Centre on WTO Law (ACWL)
Avenue Giuseppe-Motta 31-33
Case Postale 132
1211 Geneva 20
Switzerland
This is a wonderful opportunity. It's a great group of people doing interesting work. Spots at the ACWL don't open up very often, so if there is any possibility you might want to do this, I would encourage you to apply. You might not get another chance for a while.
