Lawyer, Marine Biodiversity Conservation

ClientEarth

. Work closely with the line manager to develop and implement strategic priorities .

Posted 10/27/2026full-timeManila • PhilippinesMid-LevelSenior💰 ₱1,800,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in marine biodiversity conservation law and policy, with a strong focus on Indonesia's regulatory landscape and stakeholder engagement. Capable of conducting in-depth legal research and analysis while effectively advocating for biodiversity action.

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Qualified LawyerFluent In English (CEFR Level C2)Fluent In Bahasa Indonesia (CEFR Level C2)Experience In Marine Biodiversity Conservation LawKnowledge Of Indonesia's Marine Biodiversity Conservation Landscape

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Hard Skills

Legal ResearchPolicy AnalysisRegulatory ComplianceDrafting Legal DocumentsStakeholder Engagement

Soft Skills

Relationship BuildingPublic SpeakingAdvocacy

Industry Keywords

Marine Protected Areas (MPAs)Other Effective Area-Based Conservation Measures (OECMs)Indigenous Peoples And Local Communities (IPLCs)Illegal, Unreported And Unregulated (IUU) FishingGlobal Biodiversity Framework (GBF)30x30 Target

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Work closely with the line manager to develop and implement strategic priorities
Conduct in-depth research and analysis on marine biodiversity conservation law, policy, and regulation in Indonesia
Identify and assess complex legal and policy problems
Develop practical options in consultation with the line manager
Lead delivery of agreed marine biodiversity legal workstreams
Build and maintain relationships with government agencies, industry leaders, civil society organisations, and donors in Indonesia
Represent ClientEarth in public forums and networking events
Present the organisation’s work and advocate for biodiversity action within approved positions
Conduct legal, technical, and factual research and drafting
Present work internally and externally to stakeholders
Develop and maintain effective relationships across Indonesia and Asia
Actively develop ClientEarth’s work in Indonesia

Requirements

What you’ll need

Qualified lawyer
Fluent (CEFR level C2) in English
Fluent (CEFR level C2) in Bahasa Indonesia
Experience in marine biodiversity conservation law, policy, and regulation, particularly in MPAs, OECMs, traditional knowledge of Indigenous Peoples and Local Communities (IPLCs), or IUU fishing
Specific knowledge of Indonesia’s marine biodiversity conservation landscape and progress towards GBF implementation and the 30x30 target
Knowledge of formal and informal relationships and working practices relating to policymakers, regulators, civil society organisations (CSOs) and networks, and traditional knowledge holders in Indonesia
Ability to engage constructively with external stakeholders and represent ClientEarth confidently in various forums
Pre-existing legal right to work in the countries listed in the job advert

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible working: work from home/another location in the country where the contract is issued for 80% of the month, with 20% office-based
Diversity and inclusion commitment
Fixed-term position with possibility of extension based on performance, funding, and organisational need