Litigation Solicitor [Temp 24 Months]

Job title: Litigation Solicitor [Temp 24 Months]

Company: ESB


Job description: Position DescriptionThe successful candidate will join the Litigation Team in the Networks Legal team with responsibility primarily for handling employer/public liability claims and litigation for ESB Group. The in-house Solicitor will, as a member of the Networks Legal team, provide legal expertise and advice on all aspects of claims/disputes that may arise.Key Responsibilities

• Running cases up to and including the Supreme court to include cases where ESB initiates litigation
• Handling a large caseload of files and achieving optimum outcomes; retaining proper reserves on litigation files
• Working with and proactively advising the business, including senior stakeholders, on a wide range of issues relating to claims/disputes and significant projects/cases without supervision
• Advising proactively on matters of law relating to claims/disputes using and calling on significant prior experience gained on similar matters / transactions
• Applying in depth knowledge and understanding of ESB’s business and operational requirements
• Proactively liaising with other specialist areas within ESB (including other specialist legal advisers within the legal department) to ensure that Legal plays an enabling role in assisting the business meet their strategic goals and business plans
• Liaising with external stakeholders as required e.g., ESB’s insurers and auditor

Experience and Qualifications

• Qualified lawyer with at least 7 years post-qualification experience in litigation.

Essential

• Demonstrates significant expertise in defence litigation, preferably associated with the energy sector or another utility
• Well-developed interpersonal, communication and negotiation skills
• Experience in managing contentious matters with a solutions driven approach, delivering a high-quality service and capable of meeting demanding timelines
• Demonstrates strong analytical skills & sound commercial judgement
• Understands the business issues and provides tailored legal advice as appropriate.
• Demonstrates stakeholder management skills
• Well-developed project and case management skills

Desirable

• Strong IT skills and experience in using a practice management system

LocationThis position will be based in Gateway\LeopardstownESB is committed to smart working – combining digital tools with a culture of trust and empowerment to enable flexible ways of working. The successful candidate may work flexibly within their jurisdiction with attendance at the workplace for in-person collaboration on at least one anchor day per week. All smart working arrangements are subject to manager approval and ongoing review, based on the operational requirements of the role, the team, and the individual.Reporting toLegal Manager, ESB NetworksWhy Work with Us?

• Opportunity to lead Ireland’s transition to net zero carbon future
• Progressive, hybrid working model
• Career development through mentoring and training
• Corporate Social Responsibility Opportunities
• Sports and Social Clubs
• Networking opportunities
• Credit Union
• Generous Pension
• Access to staff well-being programmes
• Generous parental leave entitlements
• Strong values-based and inclusive culture
• Strong commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion
• Great team environment working to our Core Values: Courageous, Caring, Driven and Trusted

Salary€83,000 to €98,000 per annum.Closing Date23rd June 2025Diversity, Equity and Inclusion StatementESB is committed to being an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all sections of society and ensure that no one is discriminated against on the grounds of race, religion or belief, ethnicity or nationality, disability, age, citizenship, marital status, domestic or civil partnership status, sexual orientation or gender identity, or any other basis as protected by law.Applicants who anticipate requiring assistance or reasonable accommodations for any part of the application or interview process may contact, in confidence, recruitment@esb.ie.About ESBJoin us in our mission to achieve a net-zero electricity system by 2040. ESB is Ireland’s leading energy utility, with activities spanning electricity generation, transmission and distribution, energy supply, energy services and international consultancy. Operating in Ireland, Northern Ireland and Great Britain, we invest over €1 billion each year to deliver a new energy future based on reliable, affordable zero-carbon electricity.

Expected salary: €83000 – 98000 per year

Location: Dublin

Job date: Thu, 12 Jun 2025 23:16:20 GMT

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