We are seeking an experienced Senior Legal Counsel to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of providing strategic legal support to senior stakeholders in a fast-paced environment.
The role is responsible for providing proactive legal advice and support to various business areas, including litigation, maintenance of litigation registers, and general legal matters. The successful candidate will have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Key Responsibilities
* Litigation: Serve as the primary liaison with external legal service providers to address inward litigation matters and contentious inquiries impacting our organization and its stakeholders.
* Maintenance and validation of all litigation registers: Ensure that all management information provided to internal stakeholders and clients is valid and robust.
* General Legal: Engage and liaise with external legal service providers to ensure continuous improvements in cost management and process efficiencies.
Required Skills and Qualifications
* Solicitor qualified to practice in Ireland with minimum 7 years PQE essential.
* Relevant litigation experience is essential. Insolvency experience would be an advantage.
* Proven ability to interact with executive and senior leadership.
* Ability to thrive in a fast-paced dynamic and high-pressure environment managing multiple high-priority matters simultaneously with flexibility and resilience.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential.
Benefits
* Accuracy of case reporting and management information.
* Quality and attention to detail.
* Contribution to projects, programs, and initiatives.