About Us
Our exclusive hiring partner, a global leader in the energy industry, is committed to empowering individuals and organizations to maximize their energy and resource efficiency while promoting sustainability. With a mission to be the digital partner for sustainability and efficiency, they lead digital transformation by integrating cutting-edge process and energy technologies. Their solutions span from endpoint to cloud, connecting products, controls, software, and services across the entire lifecycle. This enables holistic management for homes, buildings, data centers, infrastructure, and industrial sectors.
They pride themselves on being a globally-minded, locally-engaged company. As advocates for open standards and collaborative ecosystems, they are deeply committed to a meaningful purpose, inclusivity, and creating empowered teams.
The Role
We are seeking a Senior Legal Counsel to join our exclusive hiring partner's Global Legal Team, providing comprehensive legal and compliance support to their Ireland-based operations.
As an organization, trust and integrity are foundational values. They focus on building trusted teams through inclusive leadership, fostering equal opportunities, embracing diverse generations, and championing well-being and flexible working arrangements.
Mission
You will be responsible for delivering expert legal, regulatory, and compliance services, acting as a key business partner to provide strategic legal support and guidance on a broad spectrum of commercial and compliance issues.
Location
This role offers a flexible hybrid working model, with some remote working options available. The local office is based in Dublin. The position requires regular travel within the UK and Ireland zone and occasional travel to other European locations, depending on business needs. Some overnight stays may be required.
Key Responsibilities
- Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a variety of contracts, including standard industry construction agreements.
- Reviewing and updating contract templates.
- Providing support on claims and managing litigation matters.
- Ensuring compliance with relevant laws and internal policies.
- Supporting various internal departments such as Real Estate, Finance, and HR.
- Facilitating and providing training on compliance programs.
- Offering general legal support as needed to meet the operational needs of the Ireland branch.
Qualifications and Skills
- A fully qualified lawyer with the authorization to practice in Ireland, holding a Master's or Bachelor's degree in Law or an equivalent qualification, and with at least 4 years of post-qualification experience (PQE) in commercial law.
- Fluent in English, both written and verbal, with strong technical proficiency.
- Experience working in an international corporate environment, with a demonstrated ability to operate in-house.
- Strong ability to collaborate with business stakeholders, identifying and addressing key commercial and legal issues.
- A proactive approach to applying legal expertise to deliver practical and effective solutions.
- Excellent interpersonal skills, commercial acumen, and the ability to work well both independently and within teams.
- Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to handle large workloads efficiently.
What's On Offer
- A dynamic role with diverse responsibilities and a high level of personal responsibility.
- An excellent opportunity to work with a leading global company in the energy sector.
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Clear career development pathways, offering opportunities for growth through experience and exposure.
- Collaboration with cross-regional and global teams, providing a unique platform for professional advancement.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a global leader in the energy industry, where your legal expertise can make a significant impact.
Morgan McKinley is acting as an Employment Agency and references to pay rates are indicative.
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