Legal Advisor | 11-Month Contract | €75,000 p.a. | Cork | Hybrid | Occasional Travel Required Your new company Our client is a leading public sector organisation with offices in Cork, Dublin, and Galway. They are a regulatory body responsible for developing and inspecting standards within the healthcare sector. They are now looking for a Legal Advisor to join their team on an 11-month contract basis. Occasional travel required, with an on-site presence of approximately two days per week as a general guideline. Your new role You will provide legal advice and representation across a wide range of areas including administrative and regulatory law, statutory interpretation, data protection, employment law, and litigation management. The role involves legal research, drafting, advising on policy documents, and occasionally attending court. You will work closely with the Head of Legal and collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders to deliver pragmatic solutions. What you'll need to succeed The successful candidate will be a qualified solicitor or barrister in Ireland with at least 3 years' post-qualification experience. You will have a strong background in administrative/public/regulatory law. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to explain complex legal issues clearly. Full driving licence and access to own transport (travel nationwide may be required). Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with legal case management systems is an advantage. What you'll get in return You will receive a competitive salary and the opportunity to work in a hybrid model with a respected public sector organisation. This is a chance to contribute to meaningful work while gaining exposure to diverse legal matters. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Ireland is a trading division of Hays Specialist Recruitment (Ireland) Limited and acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be Skills: legal advisor senior legal advisor lawyer solicitor barrister Benefits: €75k per year