Commercial Lawyer - Permanent Role
We are seeking a skilled Commercial Solicitor to join our legal team on a permanent basis. This is an exciting opportunity to work alongside experienced commercial lawyers who provide support to various businesses across the Irish Life Group.
Key Responsibilities:
* Manage a busy workload of commercial contracts, including outsourcing, IT, services, agency, distribution, licences, and data-related agreements.
* Provide timely advice, opinions, and support to business partners to ensure compliance with relevant laws and help achieve strategic priorities.
* Advise on data protection and GDPR compliance.
* Contribute to strategic projects that support the businesses we serve.
* Participate in and contribute to team and business partner meetings.
Required Skills and Qualifications:
* Qualified as a Solicitor in Ireland with at least 2 years PQE, focusing on commercial contracts, and strong practical knowledge of data protection.
* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
* Strong drafting, negotiation, and communication skills with a practical solution-oriented approach and ability to use clear, plain language.
* Experience in drafting and reviewing data processing agreements.
* Ability to manage multiple legal matters and effectively prioritize a busy workload.
* Ability to work as part of a team and independently manage own workload, with well-developed organizational and time management skills, and handle changing and competing priorities.
* Motivated self-starter with ability to work productively under pressure and deliver business results in a fast-paced environment.
* Strong technical skills.
* Excellent interpersonal and client services skills; professional and positive demeanor.
Benefits:
We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive salaries and bonuses, robust Learning and Development support, excellent Defined Contribution pension, and comprehensive Wellbeing initiatives and support.
About Us:
We are one of Ireland's largest financial institutions, providing a range of financial services markets. We have over 1.5 million customers and a proud culture of developing and supporting the growth and professional development of our people.