Role OverviewThe Practice Regulation Executive will play a critical role in supporting the regulation and oversight of solicitors and law firms, ensuring adherence to professional standards and compliance with regulatory requirements. Reporting to the Head of Practice Regulation, the role encompasses a wide range of responsibilities, including managing practising certificate and professional indemnity insurance renewals, supporting regulatory committees, maintaining statutory registers, and handling complex regulatory queries. The successful candidate will be a key point of contact for external stakeholders, and will contribute to regulatory projects and compliance initiativesKey ResponsibilitiesKey role in the practising certificate and professional indemnity insurance renewalsAssisting Head of Practice Regulation with the Professional Indemnity Insurance CommitteeProviding assistance and research on the Regulatory Performance Project and any other project work assignedMaintenance of the Register of OrdersHandling firm commencements, mergers, structure changesDealing with queries from the Office of the OmbudsmanHandling reinstatement to the Roll and removal from the Roll applicationsLiaising with IT and other stakeholders regarding applications to view the Roll of SolicitorsLiaising with the LSRA regarding nominees to tribunals and committeesDrafting relevant regulatory submissions to the LSRA together with the Regulatory Compliance SectionDealing with matters pertaining to solicitors based outside the jurisdiction and Certificates of AttestationReporting fake solicitor firmsPreparing cases for regulatory committeesDealing with complex regulatory queries.Any other regulatory work as assigned by the Head of Practice RegulationEssential skills and experienceMinimum of 2 years' experience in a regulatory, compliance, legal, or professional services environment.Strong understanding of legal or regulatory frameworks, particularly relating to professional practice or the legal profession.Proven ability to manage administrative and procedural processes with accuracy and efficiency.Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with experience drafting reports, formal submissions, and professional correspondence.Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple workstreams and meet deadlines.Demonstrated research and analytical skills, particularly in handling complex or technical queries.Proven ability to liaise effectively with external regulatory bodies and internal stakeholders.High proficiency with Microsoft Office and regulatory database systems or case management tools.Desirable qualifications and skillsA degree in Law, Public Administration, Business, or a related discipline.Experience working with legal professional bodies, regulatory authorities, or ombudsman offices.Knowledge of the Legal Services Regulation Act and relevant regulatory codes or legislation.Experience with professional indemnity insurance.Experience with liscencing processesFamiliarity with governance procedures for committees and tribunals.An understanding of international legal practice or cross-jurisdictional regulatory requirements.Experience in preparing regulatory case files or supporting disciplinary processes.Remuneration & BenefitsSalary (DOE)Excellent working conditionsTraining & development opportunitiesPensionHow to ApplyTo apply for this job, please click on the 'Apply Now' box in gold. Alternatively you can send your CV and cover letter to Closing DateThe closing date for the advertisement is close of business Friday, 14 November 2025.We thank you for your interest in the Law Society of Ireland and your interest in this role. Due to the level of response required, only successful candidates who are shortlisted will be contacted by the HR department. For more information on our Data Protection policies please send a request to