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LEGAL ADVISOR

VACANCY: Committed and hands-on EU Legal Advisor for our human rights helpdesk.

 

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 high-level advocacy 

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, specializing 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.

We Offer:

  • Salary: Open-ended contract. Annual gross salary between €3,400 and €3,700 per month, with 12 monthly payments and additional holiday pay in May. Benefits include meal vouchers, professional development funding, extra year-end days off, and partial reimbursement of public transport costs. Tax benefits are available for individuals with dependents or an unemployed partner.

  • Workplace Culture: Flexible working arrangements with the option to work remotely 2-3 days a week in Belgium or telework from another EU Member State for up to 25% of your time. Our welcoming office is located in the heart of the European Quarter, at the Mug coworking space in Schuman.

To apply

  1. Fill out [this form] to register your interest.

  2. You will immediately receive an email with a personal upload link.

  3. Use that link to upload the following documents:

    1. Your CV

    2. A cover letter (max. 300 words) explaining how you could contribute to RECLAIM.​

Deadline: 22 August 2025. 

Shortlisted candidates will be invited to a written test and interview. If you’re interested in this position, don’t wait to apply — we review applications on a rolling basis and may fill the vacancy before the deadline.

 

About RECLAIM

RECLAIM is a civil rights NGO funded in 2019. We aim to defend democracy and human rights in Europe by supporting civil rights groups, anti-corruption activists, judges, and independent media. To achieve our goals, we engage in a range of activities and employ various methods. These include documenting attacks on fundamental rights, engaging in EU litigation and advocacy, providing training and capacity-building, facilitating networks and partnerships, and amplifying grassroots voices.​

 

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