Legal Counsel; Insurance

We are currently recruiting a Commercial Solicitor for a highly reputable and long-established Irish financial services organisation. This opportunity offers broad exposure across commercial contracting, regulatory compliance, corporate advisory and strategic legal support within a regulated insurance environment. The successful candidate will work closely with senior stakeholders across the business, supporting commercial operations, regulatory initiatives and key strategic projects. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded solicitor seeking a move in-house within a stable, well-respected and purpose-driven organisation.

• Draft, review and negotiate a wide range of commercial contracts including vendor agreements, service-level agreements and NDAs
• Advise on legal and regulatory implications of contracting activity, including outsourcing, DORA, GDPR and technology service arrangements
• Manage and monitor vendor contracts to ensure regulatory compliance and service standards
• Develop and maintain contract precedents and legal knowledge resources
• Enhance internal legal processes and contracting policies
• Provide legal due diligence support on procurement and vendor risk management
• Lead and respond to regulatory initiatives impacting the organisation

• Provide clear, pragmatic legal advice across the business
• Support management of the legal risk register, identifying and mitigating legal risk
• Conduct legal reviews of policies, tender documentation, enterprise risk materials and marketing content
• Lead horizon scanning on legislative and EU regulatory developments impacting insurance and financial services
• Advise on Freedom of Information matters
• Deliver internal legal training across governance and compliance frameworks
• Support product development and internal insurance policy reviews

• Advise on statutory and regulatory developments and assess impact on business practices
• Work closely with risk, compliance and data protection teams
• Contribute to strategic projects and cross-functional initiatives
• Promote best practice and continuous improvement across legal processes

• A qualified Solicitor in Ireland (3-6 PQE)
• Experience gained in an insurance company, financial services organisation, or a strong regulated practice background
• Strong knowledge of commercial, corporate and contract law
• Experienced in drafting and negotiating complex commercial agreements
• Comfortable advising senior stakeholders and influencing decision-making
• Commercially astute, solutions-focused and strategically minded
• Able to balance legal risk with business priorities
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Highly organised and capable of managing competing priorities
• Professional, accountable and capable of working independently in a hybrid environment

• Opportunity to join a respected and established financial services organisation
• Broad exposure across commercial and regulatory matters
• Strategic involvement in shaping legal and governance frameworks
• Competitive salary and discretionary bonus
• 25 days annual leave plus additional company days
• Health allowance (including dependents where applicable)
• Life assurance and income protection
• Discounted insurance products
• Learning and development support including exam and study leave
• Comprehensive family leave policies
• Access to wellness initiatives and Employee Assistance Programme

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