Vacancy Legal Advisor (M/V)

The Suriname Standards Bureau is the National Institution responsible for the national quality infrastructure in Suriname. Furthermore, it serves as the local representative for the CARICOM Regional Organisation for Standards & Quality (CROSQ) and the International Organization for Standardization (ISO).

We are looking for an enthusiastic Legal Advisor to join us immediately. As a Legal Advisor, you will be responsible for drafting legislative provisions concerning standardization, metrology, accreditation, certification, and conformity assessment. You will provide legal counsel to the Director and offer legal services to the various departments of the SSB regarding the interpretation and application of relevant laws and regulations.

What are some of your tasks and responsibilities?

• Drafting of legislative instruments within the framework of the Bureau’s business units;
• Studying existing and new legislation that aligns with statutory requirements; anticipating future legislation; enforcing and complying with legal requirements;
• Interpreting the legal outputs of the Bureau to facilitate the operations of the business units;
• Formulating and presenting forward-looking policy and policy frameworks in the legal domain—with a degree of creative freedom, yet remaining aligned with existing policy;
• Advising management on matters of governance (policy), administrative law, employment law, and organizational structure—specifically regarding problems and conflicts within the organization, in the organization’s interactions with clients and client groups, and in management’s professional relationships with political authorities and their objectives;
• Establishing and maintaining strong professional relationships and open channels of communication with all those within the organization who are involved in the policy, structure, and execution of tasks related to the implementation of national laws and regulations.

Who are we looking for?
We are seeking someone with at least 2 years of relevant experience in the legal field. You hold at least a completed higher professional or university degree (LL.B./LL.M.) in International or Public Law. Knowledge of quality assurance, standardization, conformity assessment, certification, and accreditation is a plus.

The offer
The SSB offers you an attractive and challenging position with ample scope for your personal development. You will work as part of an ambitious and enthusiastic team. The employment package includes a competitive salary and excellent secondary benefits.

Reply?
Would you like more information about the position? Or would you like to apply directly? Applications—accompanied by a curriculum vitae (including copies of diplomas and academic transcripts), one passport-style photograph, a certificate of good conduct, and two references—may be submitted no later than July 2, 2026, to:

Suriname Standards Bureau (SSB)
attn. HR Officer at the SSB
Frederik Derbystraat no. 81
Paramaribo, Suriname
Tel: 499928 / 499929
Email: hr@ssb.sr