Deputy Counsel M/F

As the institutional representative of over 45 million businesses in more than 170 countries, the International Chamber of Commerce operates with a core mission to “make business work for everyone, every day, everywhere”. We act as the primary voice of the real economy in a range of intergovernmental organisations – from the World Trade Organization to the UN climate process – championing the needs of local business in global decision making. The convening power of our global network enables us to set rules and standards that facilitate over $17 trillion dollars in trade each year – as well as providing tailored products and digital services that directly address the real challenges faced by businesses operating internationally. We also provide the world's premier private global dispute resolution services, leveraging ICC's unique independence, integrity, and expertise.

The role

The role involves both legal and administrative tasks, including:

• Reviewing and processing requests for arbitration and other documents filed by parties, arbitrators, and others during arbitration proceedings;
• Preparing agendas (memoranda) briefing the ICC International Court of Arbitration on decisions it is required to take;
• When Counsel is absent, replace Counsel at sessions of the ICC International Court of Arbitration;
• Correspondence and telephone conversations with parties and arbitral tribunals concerning all aspects of case management;
• Answering general queries about the ICC arbitral process by telephone and in writing;
• Monitoring the financial aspects of the arbitrations handled by the team;
• Successful applicants may also prepare notes or articles for publication and represent the ICC International Court of Arbitration and its
• Secretariat during seminars and conferences.

Your profile

Do not hesitate to apply if you:

• Are a recently qualified lawyer with professional experience in a legal environment. A formal legal qualification (i.e., Bar exam or equivalent) is not essential if you can demonstrate sufficient legal training and experience in international arbitration international and/or commercial law.
• You are well organised, have excellent written and oral communication skills, and are able to work effectively in a multicultural team.
• Oral and written English at a native speaker level is essential. Proficiency in Spanish is preferrred. 

Terms and conditions

Availability: As soon as possible

Department: ICC Dispute Resolution Services

Location: SICANA Inc., New York

Contract type and duration: Permanent contract, full time

Salary: $103,000 per annum (firm) + superior benefits, including company-paid medical, dental, and vision plans, a company-sponsored 401(k) plan with a 6% match after the 90th day of employment, five weeks paid vacation per year, 10 paid sick days annually, and paid legal holidays.