Purpose of Job
The Staff Legal Adviser (SLA) function is a resource within the framework of the Bank’s internal dispute resolution system. It serves to provide the Bank’s staff members and the Staff Council with information and legal advice on matters with respect to the terms and conditions of employment, including in relation to the Bank’s Administrative Review Process, Appeals Process, the Conduct and Disciplinary Rules and Procedures, the internal law of the Bank, and generally recognised principles of international administrative law.
In the discharge of their duties, the SLA will have a full autonomy with regards to the matters brought by staff members and will have full access to the Bank’s internal law and summaries of the Administrative Review Committee, pursuant to the relevant provisions of the Bank’s Administrative Review Process.
In exercising its functions, the SLA may not seek or accept any instructions from any person or entity inside or outside of the Bank, with the exception of the staff member or the Staff Council, respectively, when each is seeking advice from the SLA.
The position is a full-time position. The SLA will be appointed to a three (3) year fixed term contract, which may be subject to extension. Due to the unique nature of the role, the SLA will not be eligible for the performance-based compensation.
As a staff member of the Bank, the SLA will be subject to the Bank’s internal law including the Code of Conduct. The parameters of the function are established by the President of the Bank in consultation with the Staff Council. For organisational and administrative purposes the SLA position is located within the Staff Council. The SLA shall maintain, at all times, confidentiality with respect to all matters, information and documentation brought to their attention by staff members and / or the Staff Council and advice rendered by them.
The SLA shall not be a current or former staff member of the Bank having worked in a role that could give rise to a conflict of interest or the appearance of a conflict of interest, including but not limited to staff members having worked in the Human Resources Department, the President’s Office, the Investigative Unit of the Office of the Chief Compliance Officer, the Corporate team of the Office of the General Counsel or as a current staff council representative.

Accountabilities and Responsibilities
The SLA’s role and responsibilities will include the following:
Obtain a full knowledge of the facts from the staff member, as well as, the legal provisions and jurisprudence relevant to the matter.
Provide information, explanation and independent legal advice to staff members and former staff members with respect to:
The staff member’s contract of employment, the internal law of the Bank and generally recognised principles of international administrative law; and
The options available to them within the Bank’s internal dispute resolution system and the process to be followed under those options, as well as the potential time and costs involved.
Such information and advice may be provided at all stages of the internal dispute resolution system as set out in the Bank’s Administrative Review Process and the Appeals Process, as well as, under the Conduct and Disciplinary Rules and Procedures.
Subject to the consent of the staff member being advised by the SLA (except when the matter relates to misconduct and improper interpersonal behaviour), the SLA may liaise with current staff members of the Bank for the purpose of discussing that staff member’s case with a view to resolving issues quickly and at an early stage.
Assist a staff member in relation to their case presented at stage 1 and stage 2 of the administrative review process pursuant to Section IV, paragraph 6 of the Directive on the Administrative Review Process and/or to the Administrative Tribunal pursuant to Section IV, paragraph 4 of the Directive on the Appeals Process but subject to the limitations outlined in the relevant Directives e.g. the SLA is unable to represent staff, and be a witness (or otherwise called to give evidence) before the Administrative Review Committee and the Appeals Tribunal, and any advice or any documentation or information in the possession of the SLA (including working papers) may not be presented as or constitute evidence before Administrative Review Committee and the Appeals Tribunal.
Provide advice to the legal representative of a deceased staff member, but only in relation to payment of salary or benefits or insurance matters associated with those staff members.
Maintain an up to date directory of the most relevant external providers/contacts that can provide assistance/representation which may be made available to staff members upon their request to the SLA.
Provide information, explanation and independent confidential legal advice to the Staff Council, as requested, on the internal law of the Bank and generally recognised principles of international administrative law.
Provide annual reports to the President and the Staff Council. These reports shall be of a non-specific nature and will provide an overview of the SLA activities, together with any comments and recommendations for any improvement of the Bank policies and procedures that may have come to their attention.
Setting the work schedule and prioritisation of work volume in exercising of the function, in consultation with the Chairperson of the Staff Council.

Knowledge, Skills, Experience & Qualifications
Extensive and proven track record in legal matters in the areas of employment relations and dispute resolution in an international environment, preferably within an inter-governmental organisation.
Background in international civil service law, whether academic or professional.
Post-graduate degree in law, preferably with specialisation in Human Resources and employment matters; an additional qualification in public international law is desirable.
Strong interpersonal skills: a high level of emotional intelligence, the ability to understand, respect and respond appropriately to other people’s behaviour, concerns and motives.
Strong communication skills: to communicate appropriate, concise and accurate information in written and verbal formats, to the right audience at the right time; able to communicate effectively with people at levels of organisation.
Proven problem-solving, negotiation and facilitation and /or mediation skills.
Demonstrate a high standard of diligence requisite to a relationship of trust.
Diversity is one of the Bank’s core values which are at the heart of everything it does. A diverse workforce with the right knowledge and skills enables connection with our clients, brings pioneering ideas, energy and innovation. The EBRD staff is characterised by its rich diversity of nationalities, cultures and opinions and we aim to sustain and build on this strength. As such, the EBRD seeks to ensure that everyone is treated with respect and given equal opportunities and works in an inclusive environment. The EBRD encourages all qualified candidates who are nationals of the EBRD member countries to apply regardless of their racial, ethnic, religious and cultural background, gender, sexual orientation or disabilities. As an inclusive employer, we promote flexible working.

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