Legal Counsel (1–3 Years of experience)
Date de publication :
23 avril 2025Taux d'activité :
5 – 100%Type de contrat :
Durée indéterminée- Lieu de travail :Geneva
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Résumé de l'emploi
Le FIA recrute un avocat (1-3 ans d'expérience) à Genève. Rejoignez une équipe dynamique offrant des opportunités de croissance.
Tâches
- Soutenir les travaux juridiques réglementaires et disciplinaires.
- Assister dans les procédures devant les tribunaux nationaux et internationaux.
- Rédiger des avis juridiques et des documents pour les parties prenantes.
Compétences
- Master en droit avec 1 à 3 ans d'expérience pertinente.
- Excellentes capacités d'analyse et de rédaction juridique.
- Communication claire et efficace en environnement multiculturel.
Est-ce utile ?
Legal Counsel (1–3 Years of experience) (Geneva - Switzerland)
The FIA is seeking a Legal Counsel (1–3 years’ experience) to join its Legal Office in Geneva.
In this role, you will support the FIA’s regulatory, integrity and disciplinary legal work, gradually taking on more complex legal matters as you grow within the team.
Reporting to the Head of Regulatory, you will contribute to the execution of the FIA’s regulatory and disciplinary powers, assist in legal proceedings before national and international courts, and draft legal opinions and documentation for both internal and external stakeholders.
MISSIONS AND RESPONSABILITIES:
- Monitor the implementation of the International Sporting Code and contribute to its ongoing development
- Analyse and follow up on regulatory proposals submitted to FIA bodies
- Provide legal advice to the FIA Sport Departments and Sporting Commissions
- Assist FIA-appointed officials on legal and procedural matters
2. Exercise of the FIA’s Disciplinary Powers
- Review case files and prepare submissions for proceedings before:
- International Tribunal
- International Court of Appeal
- Cost Cap Adjudication Panel
- Anti-doping Disciplinary Committee
- Represent the FIA in front of these tribunals
- Contribute to the implementation and amendment of the Judicial and Disciplinary Rules in coordination with relevant FIA entities
- Monitor and support the resolution of disputes before state courts
3. General Legal Support
- Provide legal advice and assistance on various cases
- Draft legal opinions, replies, proposals, and regulatory interpretation
- Conduct legal research and prepare reports and analyses
PROFILE:
- Master’s degree in law (bachelor’s degree required; specialisation in Sports Law is a plus)
- 1 to 3 years of experience in a law firm or as in-house counsel
- Experience in an international sports organisation is a strong asset
- Knowledge of Swiss, French, or English law is desirable
- Languages: English (proficient/native), French (working level); any other language is a plus
- Strong legal analysis and drafting abilities
- Clear and effective communication
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, multicultural environment
- High level of professional integrity and discretion
- Demonstrated interest in sport and international legal frameworks
Deadline to apply: April 29th, 2025
Willingness to travel: The position requires occasional weekend work and travel.
If you are interested, please send us your application !
The FIA is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified candidates.
