BUSINESS AND HUMAN RIGHTS LEGAL ADVISOR AND RESEARCHER (4235)

Job summary

The Legal Advisor and Researcher leads projects on corporate crimes and accountability while conducting investigative research into human rights abuses. They provide legal expertise to support investigations, represent the organization with stakeholders, and advise on strategic litigation and standard-setting.

Job details

Job Purpose Amnesty International's Business and Human Rights team aims to secure accountability for human rights-related corporate abuses, including those that amount to crimes. The primary role of the Legal Advisor and Researcher is to carry out and support investigative research into human rights abuses involving companies, as well as providing advice on potential criminal offences and legal avenues for justice. It also includes representing Amnesty and its corporate accountability work with key stakeholders and networks. The Legal Advisor and Researcher also provides the International Secretariat with international human rights law expertise, and provides advice to colleagues who are conducting research or campaigns focussed on businesses and their impacts on human rights. The Legal Advisor and Researcher reviews outputs produced by others in the organisation, including reports, amicus briefs and press releases. They also with work with other colleagues on relevant business and human rights standard-setting and litigation, and contributes to the collective work of the Business and Human Rights Team. LOCATIONS The location for this role is London, Johannesburg or Nairobi. The salary will be dependent on location. Main Responsibilities Lead AI's project on corporate crimes and accountability, including ensuring the delivery of work linked to external grants; guiding its strategic direction and vision; maintaining strong relationships with key stakeholders; and representing AI in fundraising activities. Carry out investigative research (both desk and field research) into legal breaches, including the commission of crimes, as well as human right abuses, by corporate actors; carry out investigative research (using a range of techniques) into corporate structures and financial flows; provide legal research and advice to support cases being investigated by AI, including advice on potential criminal offences and legal avenues for justice; provide or commission written materials to support the investigation of AI cases by law enforcement agencies; and act as AI's lead representative on corporate crimes, with respect to both case work and the corporate crimes project generally. Advise on the strategic use of human rights bodies and procedures and international, regional, and national tribunals to advance AI priorities relating to business and human rights and corporate crimes. Skills And Experience Professional qualification to practice law in at least one jurisdiction, or recognition as an outstanding professional international lawyer, and experience in the practice of law, is essential. Professional qualification or extensive knowledge of and experience in the application of international law, including international human rights law, humanitarian law and international criminal law, is essential. Professional qualification or extensive knowledge of and experience in domestic criminal law, corporate law and/or economic law. Experience in investigating human rights-related corporate crimes and in identifying and pursuing legal avenues for justice at national and international level. Please see attached job description for more information on responsibilities, skills and experience required. About Us Amnesty International is a global movement of more than 10 million people who campaign for a world where human rights are enjoyed by all. We reach almost every country in the world. Our aim is simple: an end to human rights abuses. Independent, international and influential, we campaign for justice, fairness, freedom and truth wherever they're denied. And whether we're applying pressure through powerful research or direct lobbying, mass demonstrations or online campaigning, we're all inspired by hope for a better world. One where human rights are respected and protected by everyone, everywhere. At Amnesty International, we are passionate about what we do and we are proud of our achievements as a movement. To compensate our employees for the critical work they do, we reward them through a combination of an attractive and sector competitive salary and benefits package, high levels of engagement and involvement, and a commitment to employee development. Benefits include 37 days annual leave (inclusive of public holidays and grace days), pension scheme, employee assistance programme, life assurance and many more benefits designed to suit your own personal lifestyle. All of this, in a professional, engaging environment. For further information on our benefits, please visit https://www.amnesty.org/en/careers/benefits/ What We Hope You Will Do Next If you are talented, passionate about human rights and want to use your skills, knowledge and experience to change the world then we would encourage you to click ‘Apply for this Role' below. Freedom, Justice, Equality. Let's get to work. N.B. We reserve the right to close a vacancy BEFORE the closing date in the event of an overwhelming response or a change in business priorities, therefore we recommend you apply now if you are interested. Commitment To Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Amnesty International believes in a world that is fair, inclusive and equitable. Together, we're committed to being an anti-racist organisation with a diverse workforce that can better tackle the global human rights challenges that face our world today. We know that different voices, ideas, perspectives, experiences and knowledge, working together will enable us to better the lives of people around the world. We are committed to building and sustaining an anti-racist, culturally diverse and inclusive organisation, where all employees feel valued, have a sense of belonging and an equal opportunity to fulfil their potential. We therefore strongly welcome applications from suitably qualified people regardless of their background; including underrepresented groups, LGBTQI+ individuals and those who may have or are living with a disability. To see our full statement please visit this link: Racial equality, equal opportunities, diversity and inclusion policy - Amnesty International Amnesty International is committed to being an inclusive employer and providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process for all. If you would like to receive any information in a different way or would like us to do anything differently to help you apply for our roles, please get in touch with the team by emailing recruitment@amnesty.org

What you’ll do

The Legal Advisor and Researcher leads projects on corporate crimes and accountability while conducting investigative research into human rights abuses. They provide legal expertise to support investigations, represent the organization with stakeholders, and advise on strategic litigation and standard-setting.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a professional qualification to practice law and possess extensive knowledge of international human rights, humanitarian, and criminal law. Experience in investigating corporate crimes and pursuing legal avenues for justice at national and international levels is essential.

Benefits

• 37 days annual leave • Pension scheme • Employee assistance programme • Life assurance

Listed skills

• Stakeholder Management · Preferred
• Fundraising · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• International human rights law
• International criminal law
• Investigative research
• Corporate accountability
• Legal advice
• Litigation
• Humanitarian law
• Corporate law
• Economic law
• Strategic planning
• Stakeholder management
• Fundraising
• Report writing
• Policy advocacy

Job areas

• Legal
• Social Services
• Management & Leadership
• Science & Research