Assistant Legal Officer (P1) at WIPO Arbitration and Mediation Center, Singapore: Apply by November 20!

The World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) is inviting applications for the position of Assistant Legal Officer (P1) at its Arbitration and Mediation Center in Singapore. This temporary appointment offers an excellent opportunity for legal professionals interested in intellectual property and alternative dispute resolution to work with one of the world’s leading international organizations. The selected candidate will help promote WIPO’s ADR services across Singapore and the ASEAN region while supporting the administration of mediation, arbitration, and expert determination proceedings.

About WIPO

The World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) is a specialized agency of the United Nations dedicated to promoting innovation and protecting intellectual property worldwide. Through its Arbitration and Mediation Center, WIPO provides alternative dispute resolution services for intellectual property and commercial disputes, helping parties resolve conflicts efficiently outside traditional court proceedings.

About the Role

The Assistant Legal Officer (P1) will support the WIPO Arbitration and Mediation Center’s Singapore Office by promoting WIPO’s ADR services and assisting with the administration of mediation, arbitration, and expert determination cases. The role also involves collaborating with WIPO colleagues, intellectual property offices, and stakeholders across Singapore and ASEAN to strengthen regional dispute resolution initiatives.

Work

The selected candidate will:

• Promote WIPO’s ADR services across Singapore and the ASEAN region.
• Assist in administering mediation, arbitration, and expert determination proceedings.
• Coordinate with WIPO colleagues, IP offices, and regional stakeholders.
• Support initiatives to strengthen intellectual property dispute resolution mechanisms.
• Contribute to the development of dispute resolution policies and outreach activities.

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Eligibility

Applicants should have:

• A law degree or equivalent legal qualification.
• Interest or experience in intellectual property law and alternative dispute resolution.
• Strong legal research, drafting, and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Ability to work effectively in an international and multicultural environment.

Location

The position is based in Singapore.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit their application through the official WIPO Careers portal on or before 20 November 2026.