EFTA Surveillance Authority

ESA monitors compliance with the Agreement on the European Economic Area (EEA Agreement) in Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway, enabling those States to participate in the Internal Market of the European Union. ESA is an international organisation, independent of the States, which safeguards the rights of individuals and undertakings under the EEA Agreement, ensuring free movement, fair competition and control of state aid. ESA’s work helps remove barriers to trade and open up new opportunities to over 450 million Europeans, creating jobs and growth and adding to the international competitiveness of the States. ESA is based in Brussels. It currently employs staff members of 19 nationalities. ESA is led by a College consisting of three Members, each appointed for a period of four years by the three participating EFTA States.

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Legal Officer – Internal Market Affairs (General)

ESA is recruiting a legal officer to join its Internal Market Affairs Directorate (IMA).

Within ESA, IMA is responsible for monitoring the implementation and application of EEA rules relating to the internal market. This includes the free movement of goods, workers, services and capital, as well as horizontal policies such as public procurement, energy, environment, transport and food and veterinary law. In addition, IMA has some management tasks relating, inter alia, to direct enforcement within the internal market.

ESA is seeking a dynamic, well-qualified, and highly motivated professional with in-depth knowledge of EEA law, in particular the four freedoms. Experience in other areas of EEA law is an asset. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong analytical and interpersonal skills, and the ability to work independently as well as in a team environment. Depending on workload and other requirements, the responsibilities may also cover other issues relating to EEA law.

https://jobs.eftasurv.int/vacancy/legal-officer-internal-market-affairs-general-607466.html

Advertisement published18. March 2026

Application deadline12. April 2026

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