About the opportunity
The Senior Operations Officer provides specialized operational management and advisory support to the UNOPS Legal Group, with a primary focus on the operational management of the Dispute Resolution Practice. The role involves coordinating complex operational workflows, monitoring portfolio performance, identifying and mitigating operational risks, and providing analysis and recommendations to support strategic decision-making by the General Counsel and legal advisors.
Salary and benefits
- Salary/compensation as per IICA 1 level (fully-funded).
Who can apply?
- Bachelor's degree, preferably in Business Administration, Public Administration, Administrative Management, or related fields.
- Minimum of four (4) years of relevant professional experience in administration, operations, office management, legal administration, procurement support, contract administration, invoice management, project support, or related areas. (A Master's degree in a related field may substitute for 2 years of experience).
- Proficiency in Google Workspace (Google Docs, Sheets, Slides, Drive, Gmail, and Google Calendar) and Microsoft Office.
- Fluent English language skills (Required).
- Fluent French or Spanish (Desirable).
Required documents
- Resume/CV (implied by the application process).
When to apply
- Applications open from August 20, 2026.
- Deadline: September 13, 2026, before midnight Copenhagen time (CET).
How to apply
- Apply through the UNOPS Careers Marketplace via the provided application link.
Our Take on This Opportunity
This section reflects Open Opportunities’ own analysis of the opportunity from an applicant’s perspective.
You may be a strong fit if…
- Experience in legal administration, operations, or contract management
- Advanced proficiency in Google Workspace and operational workflow management
What should you think carefully about?
- This is a remote, home-based contract role
- Fluency in French or Spanish is highly desirable in addition to English
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This position is an excellent fit for an operations professional looking to specialize in legal group management. It provides a platform to manage complex workflows and contribute to dispute resolution practices within a global organization.
Our take
Operations professionals with a background in legal or administrative support should consider this role. It is less suitable for those who prefer face-to-face office environments or who lack experience in operational risk management.
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