Project Officer, ICC Commission on Arbitration & ADR 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.

We are seeking a Project Officer to join the ICC Commission on Arbitration and ADR (“the Commission”) on a fixed-term contract (CDD) of seven months, starting 1 September 2026. You will support the coordination and delivery of the Commission’s global activities, ensuring high-quality stakeholder engagement, operational excellence, and impactful outputs.

Your responsibilities will include:

Stakeholder engagement and Commission coordination

• Act as a central point of coordination for delegates, national committees and Commission bodies.
• Drive clear, timely communications and ensure effective follow-up on membership lifecycle (appointments, renewals).
• Maintain accurate, reliable Commission data to support decision-making.

Commission operations

• Review and editing high-quality Commission materials (briefings, reports, meeting documents) ensuring consistency and accuracy.
• Consolidate inputs and translate them into clear, actionable outputs.
• Ensure smooth day-to-day functioning of Commission activities.

Event delivery and participant experience
    

• Support the end-to-end delivery of high-impact Commission meetings and events (in-person, virtual, hybrid).
• Oversee participant journey (invitations, registration, interactions) to ensure a seamless experience.
• Coordinate internal and external stakeholders to deliver professional, well-run events at scale.

Digital presence and visibility

• Maintain and enhance Commission platforms and tools (CRM, apps, online spaces).
• Support content promotion and visibility in line with ICC standards.

What we offer

• A dynamic, collaborative and caring work environment in an international setting
• Opportunities to continually learn
• The chance to make a meaningful impact
• Partial work from home opportunities

Ready to join us?

We would love to hear from you if you:

• Have one to three years’ relevant experience in events, project coordination or operations, preferably in an international environment;
• Communicate fluently in English and French, with strong drafting skills (additional languages a plus);
• Are comfortable working with digital tools and systems (MS Office, CRM, virtual event platforms);
• Demonstrate strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively;
• Are reliable, proactive and detail-oriented, with a high standard of delivery;
• Show a strong client and stakeholder focus, with good interpersonal skills;
• Are comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing priorities;
• Are flexible and willing to support peak activity periods, including during major events.

Estimated start date:  September 2026

Department: ICC Dispute Resolution Services 

Location: ICC International Headquarters, Paris

Contract type and duration: Fixed-term contract (CDD), seven months

Salary: €3000 monthly gross

At ICC, we make business work for everyone, every day, everywhere. And when we say “everyone”, we mean it. We celebrate the diversity of our people and strive to inspire acceptance, cultivate a culture where difference matters, inclusion is essential, and equality of opportunity is for everyone.