Trial Lawyer – Office of the Prosecutor
Position Overview
Job Description
Trial Lawyer – Office of the Prosecutor at the International Criminal Court
The International Criminal Court (ICC) in The Hague is recruiting a Trial Lawyer for the Office of the Prosecutor to work on investigations and prosecutions of the most serious crimes of concern to the international community.
About the Role
You will prepare and present cases before the Trial and Appeals Chambers of the ICC, conduct witness examinations, draft legal submissions, and provide legal advice on matters of international criminal law, international humanitarian law, and human rights law. You will work on active investigations and trials involving genocide, crimes against humanity, and war crimes.
Requirements
- Advanced degree in law (LL.M. or equivalent) with specialisation in international criminal law
- Minimum 7 years of trial advocacy experience in criminal law
- Demonstrated experience in international criminal tribunals (ICC, ICTY, ICTR, or hybrid courts)
- Excellent knowledge of the Rome Statute and ICC Rules of Procedure and Evidence
- Fluency in English or French; knowledge of both is highly desirable
- Experience with victim and witness protection issues
What We Offer
- ICC salary scale: EUR 9,000 to EUR 13,000 per month
- International organisation benefits package
- Opportunity to advance international justice
- Multicultural working environment in The Hague
Responsibilities
Trial Lawyer – Office of the Prosecutor at the International Criminal Court
The International Criminal Court (ICC) in The Hague is recruiting a Trial Lawyer for the Office of the Prosecutor to work on investigations and prosecutions of the most serious crimes of concern to the international community.
About the Role
You will prepare and present cases before the Trial and Appeals Chambers of the ICC, conduct witness examinations, draft legal submissions, and provide legal advice on matters of international criminal law, international humanitarian law, and human rights law. You will work on active investigations and trials involving genocide, crimes against humanity, and war crimes.
Requirements
- Advanced degree in law (LL.M. or equivalent) with specialisation in international criminal law
- Minimum 7 years of trial advocacy experience in criminal law
- Demonstrated experience in international criminal tribunals (ICC, ICTY, ICTR, or hybrid courts)
- Excellent knowledge of the Rome Statute and ICC Rules of Procedure and Evidence
- Fluency in English or French; knowledge of both is highly desirable
- Experience with victim and witness protection issues
What We Offer
- ICC salary scale: EUR 9,000 to EUR 13,000 per month
- International organisation benefits package
- Opportunity to advance international justice
- Multicultural working environment in The Hague
Requirements
Perks & Benefits
Compensation
€9,000 - €13,000/month
Practice Area
International Criminal Law
Position
Senior
Applicant Location Requirements
Applicants must be located in: US
Application Contact
Contact: International Criminal Court Hiring Team
Application Deadline
June 18, 2026
Employment Type
Full time
