About the Role
Due to continued growth and expansion, our client is seeking an experienced In-House Counsel in Kilkenny.
Main Responsibilities
* Manage and execute business-critical legal compliance activities.
* Work with specialist teams, provide vital legal expertise.
Key Responsibilities:
Employment
* Provide pragmatic counselling and support on employment issues.
* Draft and review employment-related documents, contracts, policies, and correspondence.
* Support corporate transactions, including due diligence related to employment matters.
Data Protection
* Oversee Data Protection Governance Framework for GDPR compliance.
* Inform and advise the business on data protection obligations.
* Participate in new projects to ensure privacy and data protection considerations.
* Review and sign off Data Protection Impact Assessments, and other privacy risk assessments.
Risk and Compliance
* Draft and review Non-Disclosure Agreements.
* Draft and review commercial agreements, software agreements.
* Monitor anti-money laundering developments.
* Maintain Ethical Walls and Information Barriers.
Commercial Property
* Oversee commercial property transactions, acquisitions, disposals, lease agreements.
* Provide counsel on property law matters, complex transactions, planning, and development projects.
* Review and draft property contracts, licenses, and related legal documents.
* Manage risks related to property holdings.
Mergers & Acquisitions
* Lead the legal review process for M&A transactions.
* Conduct thorough due diligence, identifying and addressing legal and compliance issues.
* C coordinate with cross-functional teams for seamless integration.
Ideal Candidate
* Energetic, highest standard of integrity.
* Creative solutions-driven approach.
* Team player, growth mindset, commitment to excellence.
* Suitable legal qualification, ideally a qualified Solicitor with HR interest.