Employment

The PCA is an intergovernmental organization dedicated to serving the international community in the field of dispute resolution. It recruits and employs staff based on the highest standards of competence, integrity, and efficiency.

Vacant posts are filled by nationals of PCA Contracting Parties based on the needs and available resources of the organization, particularly in relation to the nature and size of the PCA’s caseload, which can vary from year to year. Due regard is given to maintaining an appropriate mix of men and women, and the need to seek geographical diversity in order to maintain the international character of the institution.

Only applicants invited for an interview will be contacted.

Assistant Legal Counsel (Recruitment)

The International Bureau of the Permanent Court of Arbitration recruits a limited number of Assistant Legal Counsel on an annual basis. Qualified applicants submitting an application prior to 1 December may be considered for a position beginning ordinarily in September.

Fellowship Program at the PCA Ha Noi Office

The Fellowship Program at the office of the Permanent Court of Arbitration (the “PCA”) in Ha Noi (the “PCA Ha Noi Office”) offers recent law graduates or young legal professionals the opportunity to work at an intergovernmental organization and international arbitration institution for one full year.

Case Manager (Ha Noi Office)

Applications are currently being accepted for two full-time positions as Case Manager at the Ha Noi Office of the International Bureau of the Permanent Court of Arbitration (PCA).

The PCA is an intergovernmental organization founded at the first Hague Peace Conference in 1899 to provide a forum for the resolution of international disputes through arbitration and other peaceful means. It has its headquarters at the Peace Palace in The Hague, and maintains offices in Buenos Aires, Ha Noi, Mauritius, Singapore, and Vienna.

Legal Counsel (Roster)

Positions for Legal Counsel at the International Bureau of the Permanent Court of Arbitration become available from time to time. Qualified applicants can submit an application at any time which may be considered when a position becomes available. This is a vacancy for rostering purposes to have a cadre of qualified applicants available in the event a vacancy arises. Recruitment for Legal Counsel vacancies will be conducted primarily through this roster.

Fellowship Program (Externally Funded)

The PCA Fellowship Program offers recent law graduates and young legal professionals the opportunity to work at an intergovernmental organization and international arbitration institution for one full year in the PCA's headquarters in the Peace Palace in The Hague.

Fellowship Program at the PCA Buenos Aires Office

The PCA Fellowship Program in Buenos Aires offers recent law graduates or young legal professionals the opportunity to work at an intergovernmental organization and international arbitration institution for one full year in the PCA’s Buenos Aires Office at the San Martín Palace.

Fellowship Program at the PCA Mauritius Office

The PCA Fellowship Program in Mauritius offers recent law graduates and young legal professionals the opportunity to work at an intergovernmental organization and international arbitration institution for one full year in the PCA’s Mauritius Office.

Internship Program at the PCA Mauritius Office

The PCA Internship Program in Mauritius offers law students and recent graduates who wish to gain experience at an international arbitration institution a balance of legal and administrative assignments, allowing interns to gain insight into both the legal and practical aspects of international arbitration.

Internship Program at the PCA Vienna Office

The PCA Internship Program in Vienna offers law students and recent graduates who wish to gain experience at an international arbitration institution a balance of legal and administrative assignments, allowing interns to gain insight into both the legal and practical aspects of international arbitration.