HR Legal Adviser (HR-LSM-LA-2026-159-LD)

You will provide expert legal advice on international administrative law and personnel matters, supporting the development and application of CERN's internal legal framework, HR policies and procedures, while contributing to the fair and effective resolution of internal disputes and disciplinary matters. Play a key role in working groups for the review of internal legislation. Draft internal legislation and related amendments. Provide legal advice to the HR Management and other stakeholders on: The application of the Staff Rules and Regulations and related documents. HR policy matters and procedures. Internal disputes and disciplinary proceedings. Handle cases on behalf of the Organization before CERN’s internal dispute resolution and advisory boards. Perform legal research and analysis for the preparation of legal opinions, internal memoranda or official correspondence.

At CERN, the European Organization for Nuclear Research, physicists and engineers are probing the fundamental structure of the universe. Using the world's largest and most complex scientific instruments, they study the basic constituents of matter - fundamental particles that are made to collide together at close to the speed of light. The process gives physicists clues about how particles interact, and provides insights into the fundamental laws of nature. At CERN, we are pushing the frontiers of science and technology. Our groundbreaking work brings together not only physicists but also a diverse range of professionals from engineering, technical, scientific, and administrative fields. Together, we foster an environment where innovation and collaboration thrive. Diversity is a core value of CERN since its foundation, and it remains central to our mission and continued success.

• Master's Degree or equivalent relevant experience in the field of law, international public or administrative law or a related field.

• Demonstrated experience as a legal adviser in an intergovernmental organisation, practicing international administrative law.

• Knowledge of International Administrative Law (law of the International Civil Service).

• Drafting and writing of official documents: (official legal documents).

• Knowledge of administrative rules and procedures: specific to International Organisations.

• Knowledge of Employment Law or Civil Service Law would be an asset.

• Spoken and written English and French: ability to understand and speak both languages in professional contexts as well as the ability to draft texts for publications and/ or official communications and to make oral presentations in both languages.