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UN legal jobs232 open vacancies, updated daily

Current legal roles across the United Nations system and international organizations, refreshed every day with the newest postings first. Each lists its grade, duty station and deadline, and links to the official page to apply at the source.

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HUMAN RIGHTS OFFICER (TJO), P3

Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights · BISHKEK

Grade P-3Professional and Higher Categories
Closing in 3 daysNew
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Indigenous Peoples Affairs Assistant

Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights · BUJUMBURA

Grade CONAffiliate Personnel – Consultants/Individual Contractors
Closing in 3 daysNew

UN legal jobs: frequently asked questions

How many UN legal jobs are open right now?
There are 232 open legal vacancies across the United Nations system and international organizations on UN Careers today, refreshed daily as new roles are posted and others close.
What grades and contract types do UN legal roles use?
UN Careers aggregates legal roles across the full range, from General Service and National Officer posts to international Professional (P) and Director (D) grades, on fixed-term, temporary and consultancy contracts. Each listing shows its grade and contract type.
How do I apply for a UN legal job?
UN Careers is free to search and links every legal listing to the official employer page, where you complete the application. You can also set a free email alert to be notified when new legal roles open.