Legal Counsel

Job description

You must have valid Irish, UK, or EU work rights to be considered for this role

Location: Cherrywood, Dublin 18 with hybrid working

Aviva Ireland are seeking an enthusiastic and committed Legal Counsel in our general insurance legal team to support the continued growth and success of our general insurance business.

About this role:

You can expect to be involved in a varied and fast-moving range of work supporting execution of the business’ strategy through providing legal advice and assistance to various business functions in relation to all areas of law, including;

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drafting, reviewing and negotiating contracts, agreements and other corporate legal documents;

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conducting extensive legal research and evaluating risk factors regarding business decisions and operations, recommending actions to mitigate legal risks;

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supporting the delivery of good customer outcomes;

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providing legal support to company-wide and intra-group projects and propositions;

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providing commercially-focused legal advice and guidance on a wide variety of technical and legal matters;

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working alone and collaboratively with other members of the legal team and wider legal function; and

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collaborating and managing relationships with business functions and keeping stakeholders and senior management informed of developments to ongoing matters;

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participating in training and other initiatives;

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manage legal issues as they arise, ensuring compliance with applicable regulations and internal policies and standards.

Skills and experience we’re looking for:

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The ideal candidate will be a qualified, junior lawyer (solicitor or barrister) with an excellent academic record, eligible to practise in Ireland seeking to develop their legal and commercial expertise in the insurance industry.

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Confidence and capability to actively engage with a varied and fast-moving workload.

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Previous experience drafting, reviewing and negotiating commercial agreements is essential.

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Experience of insurance or other regulated financial services would be beneficial.

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Excellent oral and written communication and problem-solving skills.

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A strong commercial and strategic mindset, with a drive and aptitude to pick-up new skills, learn and develop.

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Ability to manage projects, negotiations and relationships with internal stakeholders, third parties and external advisers

What will you get for this role?  

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A competitive market leading salary depending on skills, experience, and qualifications 

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Generous pension (employee contribution matching of up to 14% if you contribute 8%)

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Annual performance related bonus and pay review

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Holiday allowance of 29 days plus bank holidays, and the option to buy/sell up to 5 additional days

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Free car parking

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Generous Health & dental insurance contributions after six months

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Aviva Matching Share Plan and Save As You Earn scheme and Approved Profit Share Scheme

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Cycle to Work benefit scheme

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TaxSaver Travel Scheme

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Family friendly parent’s (matching paternity and maternity leave) and carer’s leave.

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Up to 40% discount for some Aviva products plus discounts for Friends and Family

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Employee Assistance Programme

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Volunteering days

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Professional qualification support and transparent career progression plans

Aviva is for Everyone

Our diversity and inclusion policies and initiatives are shaping an environment where everyone feels welcome regardless of age, disability, race, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, religion, culture, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, pregnancy, maternity or those with other caring responsibilities. Our approach helps to ensure that Aviva is a place which values difference and provides equal opportunities for all.

We flex locations, hours and working patterns to suit our customers, business, and you.

Our smart working combines the benefits of flexibility with time together with colleagues.

We prefer all applications to be submitted online, however if you require an alternative method of applying, please contact sophie.keely@aviva.com or at 086 1584943.