EU Legal Advisor – Human Rights Helpdesk

Position description

RECLAIM is hiring. We’re looking for an EU law expert with sharp legal analysis, strong political judgment, and a passion for protecting human rights and democracy in Europe. You’ll lead our EU Legal Helpdesk – our in-house legal mechanism supporting LGBTQI rights defenders and advancing rule of law litigation. Expect a dynamic and high-impact role combining litigation strategy, legal drafting, and stakeholder engagement.

Your Role

• Monitor legal developments in Member States impacting LGBTQI rights and the rule of law;
• Draft legal opinions on national laws’ compatibility with EU law;
• Support civil society actors litigating before the CJEU by helping them prepare legal arguments, draft complaints, and navigate procedural requirements;
• Conduct legal research and brief EU institutions and Member States in relation to, and ahead of, CJEU proceedings;
• Identify EU-level litigation opportunities through regular contact with NGOs across the EU;
• Draft advocacy materials, attend high-level meetings, and contribute to campaign strategy;
• Review RECLAIM’s advocacy proposals to ensure they are legally feasible under EU law;
• Supervise interns and volunteers linked to the Legal Helpdesk.

Time allocation (indicative):

• 40% legal research and drafting;
• 40% legal and political advocacy;
• 20% coordination and team support.

Must-have:

• Master’s or ongoing PhD degree in law, specialising in EU law;
• Pro-EU orientation with a passion for the Union’s processes, policies, and culture;
• Excellent command of English (C2);
• Demonstrated commitment to human rights and EU values;
• Sound political judgment and diplomacy skills.

Preferred:

• Previous experience in EU institutions, courts, or a specialized EU law firm;
• Experience drafting legal opinions, litigation files, or complex policy documents;
• Expertise in one or more relevant EU law areas: Charter of Fundamental Rights, Conditionality Regulation, Financial Regulation, CPR, RRF, or EU sanctions;
• Experience working with or inside civil society organizations.

Application instructions

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