The International Air Transport Association

IATA Senior Legal Counsel – Commercial Focus

📍 Location
montreal (administrative region), qc
⏰ Job Type
Full-time
📅 Posted
June 14, 2026
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Job Description

Join IATA as a Senior Legal Counsel specializing in Commercial Law, advising on complex legal matters that impact global aviation with a supportive and flexible work culture.
This role involves significant responsibility for providing legal advice across commercial law and supporting IATA’s diverse initiatives. You will work collaboratively, showing leadership and mentoring capabilities. Strong legal research skills and effective communication are essential for navigating this dynamic legal environment.
Key Responsibilities:
• Deliver legal opinions on commercial and litigation matters
• Respond to legal inquiries from various business groups
• Participate in peer review of team members' work
• Lead legal presentations during external meetings
• Manage budgets and performance of external legal advisors
Requirements:
• Advanced degree in law recognized internationally
• Admission to practice in preferred jurisdictions
• Seven years of progressively respo...

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