An excellent opportunity has arisen for a corporate/commercial lawyer to join the in-house legal team of a leading Irish organisation operating across manufacturing and consumer products, both domestically and in international markets.
This role offers the opportunity to work on a varied mix of commercial contracts, corporate transactions and strategic legal projects while joining a collaborative legal team known for its supportive culture and strong work-life balance.
The contract is expected to run for a minimum of 12 months, with the potential for a longer duration depending on business requirements. The company will offer a contract completion bonus.
THE ROLE
Working closely with the General Counsel and wider business, you will provide commercially focused legal advice across a broad range of matters, including:
- Drafting, reviewing and negotiating a wide variety of commercial agreements, including supply, procurement, outsourcing, IT and distribution contracts.
- Advising stakeholders on contractual risk, commercial negotiations and dispute management.
- Supporting corporate transactions, including M&A activity, joint ventures and strategic investments.
- Managing legal due diligence and assisting with transaction documentation.
- Liaising with external counsel on litigation and specialist legal matters where required.
- Advising on intellectual property, governance and wider legal risk across the organisation.
- Supporting business projects, policy development and legal training initiatives.
THE PERSON
- Irish qualified Solicitor
- Approximately 4+ years’ PQE gained in private practice and/or in-house.
- Strong commercial contracts experience.
- Exposure to corporate and M&A matters, including transaction support or corporate advisory work.
- Excellent drafting, negotiation and stakeholder management skills.