The Law Society of Ireland invites applications for two strategic senior roles at a unique and exciting time for the organisation.

The Law Society is the professional body that regulates, educates and advocates on behalf of the solicitors’ profession. Established almost 200 years ago, it is committed to providing the highest standard of service and support to its growing membership, students, and members of the public.

Director of Policy

It is seeking to appoint a Director to lead the Policy Department and be a member of the executive leadership team. Reporting to the director general, the role supports the president, Council and committees of the Law Society.

The new appointee will:

• Lead, develop and promote policy and law-reform activities on matters of interest to the profession and broader public interest at national, EU, and international levels,
• Play a critical role in the development and delivery of the Law Society’s strategy,
• Implement the organisation’s proactive engagement strategy across key stakeholder groups, including the membership and the Law Society committees,
• Advocate for, and raise awareness of, the profession’s role in shaping the law-reform agenda in Ireland.

The ideal candidate will have a deep knowledge of the Irish legal and policy system, and have the ability to develop and articulate a vision for the future of the solicitor’s profession in Ireland. With the credibility to influence at the highest level, the new appointee will be a skilled advocate for the Law Society and its role in protecting the rule of law, nationally and internationally. The new director will have the strategic leadership, people and relationship-management expertise required to manage a dynamic and complex environment, involving a range of internal and external stakeholders.

It is anticipated that this appointment will be made by December 2023.

This is an exciting leadership position. For a confidential discussion and further information on this role, contact Adrienne Harten (PwC Executive Search) on +353 (0)87 247 2896. To make an application for this role, please send a comprehensive curriculum vitae, and a personal statement outlining your interest, and how your experience and leadership approach represent a fit for the role, to: ie_pollawsoc_mailbox@pwc.com.

Head of Governance

The Law Society of Ireland is also seeking to appoint a Head of Governance – a new role at the organisation. Reporting to the director general, the post holder will advise the Council on matters of corporate governance, and support the Council, committees and senior executives in carrying out their responsibilities.

Key duties and responsibilities will include:

• Providing a comprehensive company secretarial service to the Council and committees of the Law Society in an efficient, effective, and high-quality manner,
• Providing advice and support to the Council, committee and executive team members on corporate governance, statutory, and regulatory responsibilities.
• Ensuring full compliance on relevant ethical, legal, and regulatory matters across the organisation,
• Fostering professional and supportive working relationships between Council and committee members and members of the executive.

The ideal candidate will have a demonstrable track record advising and supporting board-level stakeholders, providing all relevant training for elected officers/members, and leading board-level election processes. In addition, the Head of Governance will ensure high levels of trust in all relevant process and procedures within the Law Society, maintaining its reputation as an effective and compliant professional body, entrusted with the development and promotion of the profession, and ensuring confidence with the broader public.

It is anticipated that this appointment will be made by December 2023.

As the first-time post holder in this role at the Law Society, this is a wonderful opportunity to shape and co-create this function, working with the most senior levels in the organisation. For a confidential discussion and further information on this role, contact Pauline McAlester (PwC Executive Search) on +353 (0)87 913 8474.

To make an application for this role, please send a comprehensive curriculum vitae and a personal statement outlining your interest, and how your experience and leadership approach represent a fit for the role, to: ie_corpgovlawsoc_mailbox@pwc.com.