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UNPAID VOLUNTEER - Principal / Senior / Legal Advisor/Assistant (MENA Region)

2 months, 4 weeks ago

Egypt, Jordan, Oman, United Arab Emirates, Tunisia

Freelance

Senior

Legal Counsel

Legal

Blockchain

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Description

Provide legal advice on matters affecting BCI’s operations and obligations.
Support the formulation, review, and implementation of internal governance policies.
Draft legal opinions, memoranda, briefing documents, and other legal materials.
Advise on dispute settlement formalities and monitor implementation of legal clauses.
Assess legal risks across employment, contract, privacy, competition, and related areas.
Provide legal insight on blockchain and emerging technologies in climate action frameworks.
Advise on charity, corporate, fundraising, marketing, data protection, trademark, copyright, defamation, and litigation issues.
Work with BCI divisions and stakeholders to evaluate the legal impact of decisions and actions.
Develop legal strategy and objectives for relevant projects and organizational matters.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or postgraduate degree in Law (e.g., LLB or GDL) for Legal Assistant level.
Qualification equivalent to a UK solicitor or barrister for Legal Advisor level.
At least 3 years of post-qualification experience for Senior Legal Advisor level.
At least 7 years of post-qualification experience for Principal Legal Advisor level.
Some in-house experience is highly preferable.
Proven experience in a not-for-profit environment.
Broad common law legal knowledge in areas such as corporate, contract, employment, and litigation law.
Excellent English writing skills and the ability to communicate professionally with internal and external stakeholders at all levels.
Excellent use of Microsoft Office 365, including Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and OneDrive.
Knowledge of climate change, climate finance, and blockchain technology is preferred.
Strong analytical, research, problem-solving, organizational, and critical thinking skills.
Ability to multitask, prioritize work effectively, and pay excellent attention to detail.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively, and to build constructive stakeholder relationships.

Benefits

Unpaid volunteer role with home-based flexibility.
Opportunity to gain meaningful experience at the intersection of climate and emerging technologies.
Chance to hone or learn new skills in research, presentation, writing, and professional etiquette.
Professional networking opportunities and long-lasting professional relationships.
Real-world experience that can support professional career development.
Opportunity to contribute to climate change and sustainability-focused work with global stakeholders.
Selection process may consider inexperienced candidates who can demonstrate required skills through assessment.

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