Consultant for Legal &Treaties at Division of the Ministry of External Affairs [Salary Rs 10 LPA]: Apply by July 31

Ministry of External Affairs, Legal & Treaties-I Division, New Delhi – contractual position.

About the role

The selected candidate will provide legal and policy support on lawfare, international disputes, universal jurisdiction, and related developments under international law.

Eligibility

• Indian national.
• Postgraduate degree (LL.M.) in International Law from a recognised institution in India or abroad; specialisation in International Humanitarian Law or Criminal Law preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years of work experience.
• Registered law practitioner in India.
• Aged 25–35 years as on the last date of submission of applications.

Preferred qualification

Work experience with the Government of India.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal inputs on lawfare issues, including universal jurisdiction principles and discussions before the International Law Commission.
• Collect and analyse foreign domestic laws permitting universal jurisdiction.
• Map and monitor lawfare cases instituted by foreign governments across different jurisdictions.
• Support the Division in handling international disputes involving universal jurisdiction.
• Prepare legal briefs and background notes on lawfare issues.
• Analyse the legal implications of domestic legislation and international developments relating to lawfare.
• Coordinate with the Ministry of External Affairs, the Ministry of Home Affairs, and other relevant agencies to ensure coherence in India’s position on lawfare.
• Undertake other legal assignments, including drafting notes, preparing talking points, and contributing to capacity-building initiatives.

Pay

Up to ₹10,00,000 per annum, with applicable tax deductions.

Schedule

One-year consultancy, with possibility of extension based on performance, mutual willingness, and the Ministry’s requirements.

Location

Ministry of External Affairs, New Delhi (South Block / Jawaharlal Nehru Bhawan / Sushma Swaraj Bhawan / Patiala House / ISIL Building / CCS Building).