Legal Expert – EU Sustainability & Circular Economy Legislation

Legal Expert – EU Sustainability & Circular Economy Legislation About the Opportunity

We are creating a pool of Junior and Senior Non Key Expert for EU-Circular Economy and Water Facility project . Experts in this pool will be contacted during the implementation of the project when the need arise. If you have relevant experience, we encourage you to apply.

We are seeking a Legal Expert with deep experience in EU sustainability, environmental, and circular economy legislation, including analysis of impacts on third countries, trade, and investment frameworks.

• Analyse EU circular economy–related legislation and assess its implications for partner countries.
• Provide legal input for policy reforms, project design, investment proposals, and compliance support.
• Support EU Delegations and partner governments with legal interpretations and regulatory gap analysis.
• Draft briefs, guidance notes, and legal assessments.

• At least a Bachelor’s degree in Law, European Studies, Environmental Law, International Trade Law, or a related discipline.
• A Master’s degree is an asset.

• Minimum 7 years of professional experience in EU environmental, sustainability, or circular economy legislation.
• Minimum 3 years working on legal or regulatory impacts in international cooperation, trade, or development contexts.

• Strong understanding of EU Green Deal, sustainability, and product legislation.
• Ability to analyse legal implications for non-EU partner countries.
• Excellent written and analytical skills.

• Excellent command of English (required).
• Knowledge of French or Spanish is an asset.