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Junior Legal Counsel (Hybrid, Full-Time) Jobs in Kyiv, Ukraine at Nova Ukraine
Title: Junior Legal Counsel (Hybrid, Full-Time)
Company: Nova Ukraine
Location: Kyiv, Ukraine
Nova Ukraine is an international nonprofit delivering strategic humanitarian initiatives in partnership with trusted teams across Ukraine. Since 2014, we’ve directed over $120 million toward aid for war-affected communities, healthcare, education, infrastructure, and civil society development. At Nova Ukraine, we turn aid into impact. We strengthen civil society and support high-impact initiatives that change lives — and we’re looking for people ready to make a meaningful impact alongside us.
We are looking for a Junior Legal Counsel who will provide legal support for the organization’s day-to-day operations and contribute to the successful implementation of humanitarian and charitable projects in compliance with Ukrainian legislation and Nova Ukraine’s internal policies.
What’s In It for You?
⚖️ Meaningful Legal Work – Provide legal support for projects that make a tangible impact on people and communities across Ukraine.
Mission-Driven Role – Help ensure that humanitarian assistance is delivered transparently, lawfully, and effectively.
Professional Development – Gain hands-on experience in contract law, grant-related legal matters, compliance, corporate and labor law within an international nonprofit organization.
Collaborative Team – Work alongside experienced professionals in a supportive environment that encourages learning and continuous development.
Flexible Work Format – Enjoy a hybrid work model combining office and remote work based on team needs.
Organizational Benefits – Voluntary health and life insurance, psychological support services, English language courses, and professional development opportunities.
What We’re Looking For:
✔ Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Law, or currently completing the final year of a law degree.
✔ Solid knowledge of Ukrainian civil and commercial law.
✔ Understanding of contract management and legal documentation processes.
✔ Ability to conduct legal research and prepare legal documents.
✔ Excellent written Ukrainian.
✔ Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and a high level of responsibility.
✔ Willingness to learn quickly and work collaboratively within a team.
✔ High ethical standards and a responsible approach to legal work.
What You’ll Do:
✔ Draft, review, and negotiate contracts (procurement, service agreements, charitable donations, contractor agreements, etc.).
✔ Prepare amendments, addenda, and other supporting legal documents.
✔ Draft official correspondence, legal responses, claims, and other legal documentation.
✔ Provide legal support to projects and advise internal teams on legal matters.
✔ Prepare legal opinions, memoranda, and analytical materials.
✔ Contribute to the development and updating of internal policies, procedures, regulations, and other governance documents.
✔ Monitor changes in legislation, conduct legal research, and assess legal risks.
✔ Support senior legal colleagues in resolving complex legal matters and participate in cross-functional legal projects.
Would be a plus:
✔ Practical experience in contract drafting and administration.
✔ English language proficiency at Intermediate (B1) level or higher.
Work Conditions:
✔ Full-time employment.
✔ Hybrid work format.
✔ Employment in accordance with the Labor Code of Ukraine.
We will be happy to receive your CV together with a cover letter and financial expectations and consider your candidacy. Your personal contribution will make a huge difference in achieving our goals and mission. Join us to change the world for the better together.
