Legal Campaigner

Greenpeace is an independent, global environmental organization dedicated to a green and safe future. Through peaceful actions, we highlight major issues and push for the solutions needed to ensure a livable planet.

What will you be doing?

• Strategy and Risk Analysis: You will lead the preparations for a lawsuit in the Netherlands. You will be part of an international Greenpeace campaign and will collaborate with both the team in the Netherlands and the international team to develop the substance of the case. You will develop and ensure the effectiveness of legal strategies, working alongside legal advisors and campaigners both within and outside of Greenpeace.
• Campaigning: You are the link who identifies both legal and campaign opportunities, translates them into action, and brings them to fruition. You provide the substantive support for these efforts.
• Collaboration: You will manage relationships with various stakeholders, ranging from external experts to (international) colleagues. You will establish contacts with experts and maintain a network of legal professionals, attorneys, researchers, and campaigners in the Netherlands and internationally
• Research and Analysis: You will prepare, edit, and analyze legal documents for court cases, working closely with our attorneys. You will research and analyze Dutch and international legislation and case law, as well as the latest (climate) science and other substantive materials to support court cases. If external research is required, you will coordinate it.

Who are you?

You are driven to proactively contribute to the organization’s strategy and campaign goals. You also recognize yourself in the profile below:

• A legal expert: You have a legal background, preferably in the areas of human rights, environmental law, international law, and/or EU law.
• Strategic and campaign-oriented: You understand how the law can be used to bring about social change. You are able to identify legal opportunities and translate them into effective campaigns. Ideally, you have experience with strategic litigation within NGOs or the legal profession.
• Analytical and critical: You are able to quickly grasp complex legal documents and academic information and assess their relevance. You can translate these into compelling (legal) arguments. You think creatively and see opportunities in changing circumstances. You identify problems, analyze risks, and are always on the lookout for solutions.
• Communication: You have strong writing skills and can express yourself clearly in legal documents. You are able to bridge the gap between the legal world and the outside world, and can translate complex legal concepts into accessible language for colleagues, the media, and the public. You communicate clearly and persuasively in both Dutch and English.
• International mindset: You are highly motivated to work in an international setting. You collaborate effectively with colleagues from different countries, cultures, and time zones. You know how to bring people from diverse backgrounds on board and are able to build strong coalitions.
• You have at least 3 years of relevant work experience.

What do we offer you?

• Salary between €3,810 and €4,915 (based on full-time employment), depending on knowledge and experience.
• A one-year contract for 33.75 hours per week (90%), with the possibility of a permanent position.
• A sustainable workplace at our Amsterdam office, with a group vegan lunch twice a week.
• Hybrid work is possible.
• 28 vacation days (full-time basis).
• NS Business Card with unlimited public transportation (including for personal use, 2nd class).
• Individual flex budget for items such as additional leave, training, a bicycle allowance, or a gym membership.
• A sustainable pension plan with a generous employer contribution.
• Laptop, phone, and mobile plan.
• The opportunity to use your professional expertise to make a real difference.

Apply

Please apply by November 10 at the latest via this link, including your resume and a brief cover letter (email or video). If you have any questions, please contact Sigrid Deters (starting October 27) at sigrid.deters@greenpeace.org or 06-20486610. A reference check is part of the application process. Interviews are scheduled for:

• First round of interviews: November 17 and 18
• Second round of interviews: November 24 and 25

Diversity & Accessibility

Greenpeace is committed to being a diverse and inclusive organization. Everyone is welcome—regardless of background, gender, age, sexual orientation, or disability. Our office is largely wheelchair accessible.

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