Legal Specialist

Legal Specialist (6-Month Fixed Term Contract) Location: Little Island, Cork (Eastgate) Closing Date: 9th of October Contract Type: 6-Month Fixed Term Contract Are you a qualified legal professional looking for an opportunity to work in a fast-paced, commercially focused environment? We are seeking a Legal Specialist / Counsel to join our Legal & Regulatory Affairs team on a 6-month fixed term contract. In this role, you will provide practical, business-focused legal advice and support across a broad range of legal and regulatory matters, helping the business achieve its strategic objectives. Key Responsibilities Provide commercially focused legal advice and guidance to the business. Advise on commercial and corporate contracts, procurement matters, and general agreements. Support legal, regulatory, governance, and compliance activities across the organisation. Review and advise on matters relating to private medical insurance, member policies, data protection, employment law, consumer protection, company law, and litigation Manage relationships with external legal counsel and regulatory bodies as required Monitor legislative and regulatory developments and proactively update legal documentation and policies. Support the Information Security Management System (ISMS) and wider compliance initiatives. About You You will be a qualified legal professional with: A Law Degree or equivalent legal qualification. Professional qualification from the Law Society, King's Inns, Irish Institute of Legal Executives, or equivalent. Strong experience providing legal advice in a commercial, corporate, regulatory, or in-house legal environment. Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills. The ability to balance risk, regulation, and commercial business objectives. Why Apply? This is an excellent opportunity to gain broad exposure to complex legal, regulatory, governance, and commercial matters while partnering closely with senior business stakeholders in a dynamic organisation. Apply now to be considered immediately for this 6-month fixed term opportunity.