Legal Assistant Judicial Bodies

Provides administrative and operational support to the Disciplinary Department, with a focus on disciplinary proceedings and case preparation for the FIFA Judicial Bodies. The post-holder works closely with the Disciplinary team to manage case files, correspondence, records and hearings. The position also supports disciplinary proceedings during FIFA competitions, including during periods of increased activity that may occasionally include weekends.

• Support other members of the Disciplinary team in preparing case files for decision by the FIFA Judicial Bodies.
• Provide administrative and operational support to the Disciplinary Department, including preparation of agendas, reports, statistics and correspondence.
• Monitor the departmental inbox and case management system, ensuring timely processing and follow-up of incoming matters.
• Support administrative aspects of disciplinary proceedings, including opening and maintaining cases, preparing case files, drafting opening letters, notifying correspondence, implementing and monitoring sanctions, and coordinating document translations.
• Maintain, update and archive records and case-related data across relevant systems and platforms.
• Coordinate hearings, meetings and other Judicial Bodies events, including logistical arrangements such as travel, accommodation, interpretation services and visa support.
• Process invoices and expense claims, record fines and suspensions, and support the publication of decisions.

• University degree.
• Minimum three years of relevant experience, with a strong administrative background.
• Good planning and organisational skills.
• Knowledge of basic principles of law.
• Knowledge of sports law and, specifically, football law.
• Fluent in English.
• Proficiency in Spanish and/or French.
• Proficient in MS Office.
• Detail-oriented, with excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Autonomous and committed to excellence, positively contributing to the efficiency and quality of work and ensuring an optimal service to stakeholders.
• Self-confident and diplomatic.
• Proactive and solution-driven.
• Innovative, with a strong ability to embrace change and new technologies/processes.
• Flexible and adaptable.
• Able to set priorities effectively and work under pressure.

• Degree in law, legal studies or a related field.
• Experience with the Transfer Matching System (TMS), FIFA Legal Portal and/or JIRA.