Staff Attorney (Litigator), Climate & Energy Program

CIEL seeks a Staff Attorney to support the C&E Program’s climate litigation and accountability work. In close collaboration with CIEL’s civil society partners and clients, the Staff Attorney will help develop and implement legal and advocacy strategies related to new and ongoing climate litigation, conduct research, and support CIEL’s growing work aimed at holding those responsible for climate change to account.

To perform this role, the ideal candidate will have litigation experience, demonstrated command of the drivers and impacts of the climate crisis, and familiarity with one or more relevant areas of law including human rights, tort, and criminal liability regimes in common law systems. The Staff Attorney will also have impeccable research and writing skills in English. Responsibilities include: performing legal research and analysis; helping to develop legal and advocacy strategies; supporting partners in ongoing litigation; working in civil society coalitions; drafting legal memoranda and filings, communications materials, and other documents.

This is a full-time, exempt position based in Washington, DC. In light of the current health crisis, we will support this new team member in working remotely until we can all work together in our DC office again. Salary is commensurate with experience and competitive with similar non-profit positions. CIEL offers an excellent benefits package, including employer-paid medical, dental, vision, and a 403(b) retirement savings plan with employer match. Please refer to the full position description here.

To apply: Please send a cover letter, résumé, and a relevant writing sample in a single PDF via email to jobs@ciel.org with the title “Staff Attorney (Litigator): Your Name.” Desired start date is as soon as possible. Only applicants selected for interviews will be contacted. No telephone calls, please.

Application Deadline: Accepted on a rolling basis until the position is filled. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.

CIEL is actively committed to the principles of multiculturalism, equal employment opportunity, and to building an organization that is as diverse as the communities we serve around the world. CIEL encourages applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family responsibilities, religion, disability, or veteran status.

Note that CIEL does not sponsor visas of any kind. You must have authorization to work in the United States in order to be considered for this position.

Read the full position description here: https://www.ciel.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/CIEL-PD-Staff-Attorney-Litigator-CE-May-2020.pdf

About CIEL: For 30 years, CIEL has used the power of law to protect the environment, promote human rights, and ensure a just and sustainable society. CIEL’s dynamic team of international attorneys and experts work together in a collaborative and supportive work environment to tackle some of the most interesting and challenging issues facing people and the planet.