Senior Counsel (Institutional and Administrative Law)
Job Vacancy | Thursday, February 13, 2025
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- Reference Number 250118 Position Level TI2 Department Office of the General Counsel Division Office of the General Counsel Location Asian Development Bank Headquarters Date Posted Thursday, February 13, 2025 Closing Date Thursday, February 27, 2025 11:59 p.m. (2359 Manila Time, 0800 GMT)
Join Our Mission to Foster Prosperity in Asia
Are you looking to have a lasting impact on 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 position is assigned to the Office of the General Counsel (OGC), ADB's legal department. OGC provides legal and policy advice to ADB's Board of Directors, its Management, and client departments on operational and administrative matters and advises on methods to limit ADB's risk exposure. It prepares documents that define the legal rights or obligations of ADB, including financing and investment contracts.
You will be assigned at our Headquarters in Manila, Philippines. You will report to an Assistant General Counsel and will oversee Technical Local Staff.
The position title on the appointment is \"Senior Counsel\".
Your Role
The Senior Counsel supports OGC in achieving its main result areas by providing legal advice and documentation support to institutional and administrative matters and other operational and other advisory work.
You will:
a. Legal Advice and Support ยท
Provide legal advice and support on institutional and administrative matters such as:
- ADB's personnel policies, which may include policies on employment conditions, compensation and benefits, pension governance and administration matters.
b. Knowledge Sharing
c. Staff Supervision
Lead reporting staff with clear guidance, performance monitoring, feedback, and development opportunities.Qualifications
You will need:
Master's degree, or equivalent, and admission as a lawyer in one or more of ADB's member countries. University degree in law combined with specialized professional experience in similar organization/s may be considered in lieu of a master's degree. At least 10 years of relevant legal experience, including at least 5 years of legal experience working in international organizations on human resources, employment, governance, and administrative law matters. Advanced written and verbal communication skills in English, with the ability to present and defend legal arguments, demonstrate core competencies, and collaborate within multicultural and multidisciplinary teams. Able to inspire trust and promote a culture trust, and openness. International experience working in several countries. Please refer to the link for ADB Competency Framework for Technical International Staff (TI2).Benefits
ADB offers a comprehensive benefits package. The salary will be based on ADB's standards and comparator markets, taking into account your qualifications and experience.
Paid leave (including parental) Medical and health benefits Life and other insurance plans Staff development Retirement plan Housing and education allowance (if applicable) Expatriate benefits (for international staff)About Us
Asian Development Bank (ADB) is an international development finance institution headquartered in Manila, Philippines and is composed of 69 members, 49 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 our Strategy 2030.
ADB only hires nationals of its 69 members.
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