International Law Adviser
Location: UK Flexible
Salary: £38,475 - £45,100 Per Annum Based on 35 Hours Per Week
Contract: 3 Year Fixed Term
At the British Red Cross, we are driven by our mission to provide humanitarian aid and advocate for international humanitarian law (IHL) principles across the globe. Do you want to be part of a global movement that seeks to alleviate suffering and build resilience in communities affected by conflict, disasters, and emergencies?
As the International Law Adviser, you will play a pivotal role in supporting and promoting our work on International Humanitarian Law (IHL) and other relevant legal frameworks. You will provide expert legal advice, conduct research, and deliver training to strengthen awareness and implementation of IHL within the organization and externally.
What does a day in the life of an International Law Advisor look like?
- Advisory Role: Provide specialist legal advice on international humanitarian law, human rights, and related legal frameworks to support operational and advocacy teams.
- Training and Awareness: Design and deliver IHL training programs for staff, volunteers, and partner organizations.
- Policy Development: Support the development of policies, position papers, and tools to ensure compliance with IHL in humanitarian operations.
- Research and Advocacy: Conduct legal research and contribute to policy debates on emerging IHL issues, advocating for its implementation and dissemination.
- Stakeholder Engagement: Represent the British Red Cross in relevant networks, conferences, and legal forums both nationally and internationally.
- Collaboration: Work closely with the International Movement, government bodies, academic institutions, and other stakeholders to advance the understanding of IHL.
What does it take to be a International Law Advisor?
- A qualified legal professional with a degree in Law and specialization or demonstrated experience in International Humanitarian Law.
- Proven experience in providing legal advice and conducting legal research, particularly in humanitarian or international contexts.
- Strong knowledge of the Geneva Conventions, Additional Protocols, and other IHL instruments.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills, with experience delivering training to diverse audiences.
- Ability to engage and influence stakeholders in complex, multi-stakeholder environments.
- Willingness to travel nationally and internationally, sometimes to challenging environments.
Closing date for applications is Sunday 5th January 2025 with interviews to follow.
In return for your dedication and expertise, you’ll get:
- Holidays: 36 days annual leave (including bank holidays) + option to buy 5 extra days.
- Pension scheme: Up to 6% contributory pension.
- Flexible working: We do our best to accommodate your preferred work style.
- Learning & Development: Wide range of career opportunities + comprehensive learning.
- Discounts: Access to Blue Light Discount Card and employee benefits platform.
- Wellbeing Assistance: Access to mental health and wellbeing assistance.
- Team Working: Champion our mission in a collaborative team.
- Cycle2Work: Lease a bicycle through the scheme.
- Season ticket loan: Interest-free loan for commuting expenses.
At The British Red Cross, we pride ourselves on our diverse workforce, and ensuring we have an inclusive environment for all our staff and volunteers. We remain dedicated to ensuring our teams can bring their true selves to work without risk or fear of discrimination. We do this through regular data reporting, and the assistance of our internal Race and Equality Network (REEN), LGBT+ Network, our Disability and Wellness Network (DAWN), Gender Network, Carers Network and Youth Network.