Center for International Environmental Law is looking for a Staff Attorney, Fossil Economy (Remote)

Contract Type: Full-time, 2-year contract

Salary: $75,000 - $88,000/year depending on experience

Supervisor: Fossil Economy Legal & Research Manager

Application Deadline: Priority review February 11, 2026 (rolling thereafter)

Position Overview

CIEL seeks a Staff Attorney to work on petrochemical sector challenges and false climate solutions, focusing on the US and Europe. This is a 2-year contract position; continuation depends on grant funding.

Main Responsibilities

The role allocates effort across:

• Legal strategy (60%): Analyze regulatory frameworks, draft legal documents for permit challenges and administrative proceedings, represent CIEL in coalitions
• Coalitions and advocacy (30%): Manage coalition advocacy and communications, produce written materials for movement partners
• Administration (10%): Administrative duties

Required Qualifications

• J.D. or equivalent with 2+ years legal experience
• Clear writing ability meeting legal standards
• Knowledge of US law and EU legal systems
• Capacity to distill complex information for diverse audiences
• Ability to manage multiple priorities collaboratively
• Occasional travel up to 2 weeks
• Professional English proficiency

Desired Qualifications

• Fossil fuel/petrochemical sector expertise
• International, environmental, or human rights law background
• Formal US legal education
• European language proficiency (French, Spanish, German, Dutch)

Benefits Package

CIEL provides comprehensive offerings including:

• Employer-subsidized health, dental, and vision coverage
• Paid vacation and sick leave
• 18 weeks parental leave
• 5% retirement contributions
• Professional development funding
• US Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility

Application Requirements

Submit cover letter, resume, and demographic survey. COVID-19 vaccination proof required for US candidates. No visa sponsorship available.

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