Deputy General Counsel
Job Vacancy | Monday, January 12, 2026
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- Reference Number 260017 Position Grade M2 Department Office of the General Counsel Division Office of the General Counsel Location Asian Development Bank Headquarters Date Posted Monday, January 12, 2026 Closing Date Monday, January 26, 2026 11:59 p.m. (2359 Manila Time, 0800 GMT)
Join Our Mission to Foster Prosperity in Asia
Are you ready to make a difference in the future of Asia and be a catalyst for positive change? We are thrilled to offer a unique opportunity to become an important part of the prestigious Asian Development Bank (ADB). At ADB, our mission is simple yet powerful: to alleviate poverty and promote sustainable development in the Asia-Pacific region.
Organizational Setting and Reporting Relationship
The Office of the General Counsel (OGC) is responsible in protecting the legal interests of ADB and advises on methods to limit ADB's risk exposure. It prepares documents which create, define, modify or limit the legal rights or obligations of ADB, including loan contracts, agreements and registration statements in relation thereto, and other contractual documents. You will be based at our Headquarters in Manila, Philippines and relocation is required. All reasonable relocation expenses will be covered.
You will report to the General Counsel and will oversee assigned International and Local Staff
Your Role
As Deputy General Counsel, you are the focal point for the planning, implementation, and supervision of OGC's vision, goals, strategies, and work planning to support ADB's overall goals. You will provide high-level policy advice and support to the General Counsel in carrying out the work program of OGC.
You will:
- Support the General Counsel in the implementation of OGC's work plan.
Qualifications
You will need:
Juris Doctorate degree or Master's Degree, and admission as a lawyer in one or more of ADB's member countries. Alternatively, university degree in Law combined with at least 10 years of specialized professional experience in similar organization/s may be considered in lieu of a Master's degree. In principle, at least 20 years of relevant professional work experience is required. The strategic vision, innovative thinking and sound judgment needed to adapt to complex environments while integrating ADB's long-term development goals into OGC priorities and implementing them. A deep understanding of the operational policies of ADB, or at a minimum, of similar multilateral development organizations. Exposure to and hands-on knowledge of ADB's legal and administrative framework and operations are desirable. Integrity, sensitivity, and peopleโcentered leadership needed to inspire trust, foster openness, and manage a diverse team of international and local staff. Ability to present and defend complex legal arguments and issues with a high degree of competence and confidence. International experience working in several countries. Please refer to the link for ADB Competency Framework for Managerial Staff Grade (M2)Benefits
ADB offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package. The salary will be based on ADB's standards and comparator markets, taking into account your qualifications and experience.
Additional Information
This appointment is open to internal and external applicants.
This is a fixed-term appointment for a managerial position, initially for a period of 3 years or up to Staff's Normal Retirement Date (NRD), whichever comes earlier, in accordance with Administrative Order No. 2.01 (Recruitment and Appointment). After the initial fixed-term period, ADB may choose to renew the appointment for an additional fixed-term period of up to 3 years or allow it to expire. This decision will be made in the overall interest of ADB, based on factors including, but not limited to, ADB's medium- to long-term plans for the organizational unit, the relevance of the staff's skills to those plans, and the staff's managerial and behavioral competencies. Notwithstanding the length of the initial or any subsequently renewed FT-M, the expiration date of any fixed-term appointment will not exceed the Staff's NRD. There is no limit on the number of renewals up to Staff's NRD. However, this appointment is not convertible to a regular appointment.
About Us
Asian Development Bank (ADB) is an international development finance institution headquartered in Manila, Philippines and is composed of 69 members, 50 of which are from the Asia and Pacific region. ADB is committed to achieving a prosperous, inclusive, resilient, and sustainable Asia and the Pacific, while sustaining its efforts to eradicate extreme poverty. ADB combines finance, knowledge, and partnerships to fulfill its expanded vision under its Strategy 2030.
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