Location
10 Earlsfort Terrace, Dublin 2, D02 T380
Application Deadline
28 January 2026
Department
Other Legal Roles
Description
Arthur Cox LLP is one of Ireland's leading law firms.
We are an "all-island" firm with offices in Dublin and Belfast.
We also have offices in London, New York, and San Francisco.
Our practice encompasses all aspects of corporate and business law.
With 600 legal staff and a total headcount of nearly 900, we provide a comprehensive service to an international client base ranging from multinational organisations, banks and financial institutions, and established global leaders to government agencies and new players in emerging industry sectors.
Our story has been defined by our progressive outlook.
For over 100 years, we have led the way in the legal field in Ireland.
For our clients, we work to deliver the best service and support, with an independent, entrepreneurial spirit of innovation leading the way.
Background
Pro Bono work at Arthur Cox is an integral part of our sustainable business strategy.
We believe that universal access to justice is essential to the rule of law.
We provide free legal services to a wide range of clients, from individual refugees and people at risk of homelessness to not‑for‑profit organisations and charities.
Providing high‑quality legal services to those without the means to pay has long been a part of the firm's culture and a commitment to give back to the communities where we live and work.
About the role
We are a founding signatory to the Pro‑Bono Pledge Ireland, launched by the Minister for Justice in 2020, and we are also a member of the UK Collaborative Plan for Pro‑Bono and the Association of Pro‑Bono Counsel.
We feel privileged to work in partnership with NGOs and charities such as FLAC, Immigrant Council of Ireland, the UNHCR, Amicus and the Migrant Rights Centre Ireland who deliver frontline legal services to the most vulnerable people in the community.
Through these partnerships, we develop pro‑bono projects to improve access to justice.
Through our pro‑bono practice, we work to improve access to justice in Ireland by engaging in agile and impactful pro‑bono projects that result in positive change.
We are proud to partner with NGOs, charities and independent law centres that deliver frontline legal services to the most vulnerable people in the community.
This role, reporting to the Of Counsel – Pro‑Bono, will support the expansion of the firm's pro‑bono practice by coordinating the day‑to‑day operations, administrative projects, case management, and project development tasks.
Key Responsibilities
Raise awareness of pro‑bono, dealing with initial interest, and allocating matters to fee earners.
Undertake administrative tasks – such as responding to fee earner queries, preparing agendas, and taking minutes for internal meetings, and arranging external‑facing events.
Provide project support for pro‑bono initiatives such as the Arthur Cox Legal Education Project and FLAC Information Line Project, including rota management and volunteer recruitment.
Run monthly/quarterly pro‑bono reports.
Aid in the production of pro‑bono marketing content and training resources for the firm's internal and external communications.
Other duties as assigned.
Skills Knowledge and Expertise
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Good time management, problem‑solving, organisational skills, and attention to detail.
Ability to work collaboratively as a member of a team.
Benefits
Competitive salary and bonus structure
25 days annual leave
Leading hybrid working policy
Immediate pension scheme
Comprehensive health and wellness benefits including full gym and wellness programme
Tax Saver and Bike to Work scheme
Wide‑ranging opportunities for involvement in internal committees
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