The market-leading Technology and Innovation group in Matheson LLP ("
Matheson
") is seeking to build on its ongoing growth and success. The group, which is the longest established technology practice in Ireland, is acknowledged to be at the cutting edge of technology related legal developments. The group advises on all aspects of technology related legal advice, providing strategic, practical and commercially focused advice to international and domestic clients across multiple sectors. The work includes advising on digital services and content regulation, cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, data protection and privacy matters, intellectual property and strategic and business critical contracts, both transactional and advisory. The group has grown substantially over the last several years and is recruiting ambitious senior associates who are keen to develop their expertise and help manage further continuing growth.
The role
This is a senior role within the Technology and Innovation group, where you will:
* Lead on challenging and innovative technology law projects for a variety of clients;
* Work collaboratively as part of multi-disciplinary specialist teams (including Matheson's Digital Economy Group) on high value and business critical client projects;
* Manage junior and associate solicitors on client advisory matters across the full range of technology, digital services and privacy issues;
* Participate in a variety of business development opportunities including foreign client relationship visits and representing Matheson at international conferences as well as the possibility of secondment to our London and Californian offices;
* Help drive thought leadership in technology law through the Matheson client knowledge programme; and
Advise on the legal issues across:
* Large scale technology and commercial contract drafting and negotiations;
* Data protection, data privacy and data governance;
* Artificial intelligence;
* Cyber security and operational resilience;
* The digital single market including DMA and DSA compliance, content regulation for online platforms and intermediary industries, e-commerce and online business practices for gatekeepers, platforms and businesses;
* Transactional and advisory intellectual property projects.
The person
* You are an experienced Technology Lawyer with a strong track record both technically and in business development.
* You are highly client focused and committed to consistently exceeding client expectations.
* You have a strong academic track record and broad technical expertise.
* You can manage a diverse workload, deliver quality, commercially-focused advice with minimal supervision, and lead and develop junior lawyers.
* You enjoy the law you practice, and are hardworking and resilient. You will thrive in a diverse and inclusive environment where you will work in partnership with top legal talent in a market leading team that is continuing to grow.
* You will enjoy establishing relationships with a diverse range of clients and colleagues.
* You are enthusiastic about business development, helping develop your junior colleagues to their maximum potential and how you can contribute to managing valuable client relationships as part of the team.
Why join Matheson
At Matheson you have the opportunity to work with exceptional people and a broad range of high calibre domestic and international clients. Working at Matheson provides you with an environment where you can thrive by living our values of Partnership, Respect, Innovation, Diversity and Entrepreneurship. Our Impactful Business Programme is delivered by a number of committees which drive key initiatives around D&I, CSR, Environmental Sustainability and the Arts. We are also a founding signatory of the Pro Bono Pledge Ireland. We have a hybrid working policy. We provide an excellent working environment, a competitive benefits package and the opportunity to engage in a range of learning and development initiatives which are specifically tailored to your level.
About Matheson
Matheson is an Irish law firm. Its primary focus is on serving the Irish legal needs of internationally focused companies and financial institutions doing business in and from Ireland.
Matheson's clients include the majority of the Fortune 100 companies and it advises 7 of the top 10 global technology brands, 7 of the world's 10 largest asset managers, and over half of the world's 50 largest banks.
Matheson is headquartered in Dublin and also has offices in Cork, London, New York, San Francisco and Palo Alto. The firm employs over 860 people across its six offices, including 122 partners and tax principals, and over 560 legal, tax and digital services professionals.
Accessibility: If you require any accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact us and we will work with you to ensure the best possible candidate experience.
We value a diverse and inclusive workforce and are an equal opportunities employer.