Senior Legal Executive

ABOUT THE LAND DEVELOPMENT AGENCY

The Land Development Agency (LDA) is a key Government Commercial Semi-State Body that delivers social and affordable housing on State and other lands. It is overseen by an independent board of directors and is funded with €3.75 billion of equity capital committed by the Government. It is also permitted to borrow up to €1.25bn

The LDA has commenced construction on various state sourced lands and is currently working on about 20 direct delivery projects that can deliver over 8,000 homes. It is also delivering affordable housing by working with private sector on an initiative called ‘Project Tosaigh’, which will yield a further 5,000 homes on land provided by housebuilders.

Additionally, the LDA is working on large-scale longer-term strategic areas by master-planning and bringing forward planning applications in locations such as Limerick Colbert Quarter, the Digital Hub in Dublin and Sandy Road in Galway.

The LDA is underpinned by a positive, collegiate, ‘can do’ culture based on our core values of Integrity, Results, Collaboration, Sustainability and Innovation. Our team is around 160 people and growing rapidly.

Summary: 

This is a key position within the LDA Legal business unit, reporting directly to the head of the legal function. The successful candidate would play an integral part in setting the LDA and the legal function up for success and be involved in many aspects of LDA operations. The legal team currently counts seven solicitors and one legal executive, with plans to grow to ten solicitors and two legal executives (including this role) in the short-term.

The role combines aspects of legal work, corporate governance, risk management, data management, process and procedures, public procurement, finance – all in the context of public service provided by a commercial public body.

The role would offer exposure to senior executives and leading professionals in their field. It would suit someone who likes a fast-paced dynamic role who takes ownership for their own workload, is assertive and uses initiative to continually improve ways of working.

The successful candidate would be working with all of the other internal business units; and would be liaising directly with external law firms in terms of monthly reporting; billing cycles and performance management. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Co-ordinate and maintain the standard operating procedures the LDA Legal function , including liaising with IT and finance systems, and data management.
• Assisting with the procurement process for legal services – with regard to a new panel / framework; mini-tenders and specific awards of work.
• Manage the monthly reporting and billings cycles with the external panel law firms; and act as the liaison with LDA Finance and other business units in terms of legal fees and costs.

• Liaising with other business units in terms of their requirements for legal services.
• Compiling and creating reports to the Executive Management Team (EMT) and Board committees, as required.
• Working closely with the Learning and Development Manager to identify training needs for the legal team and opportunity for the legal team to offer in-house training services and knowledge sharing.
• Assist with record-keeping, and internal audit of the LDA Legal business unit.
• Administering the legal team meetings, collating actions, updates and KPIs.
• Reviewing, collating and updating the LDA Legal business unit risk register periodically.
• Other ad hoc governance and corporate duties as assigned, including in relation to share capital and investment matters.

Requirements:

• A third-level qualification in business, management or a related field.
• 4 -5 years’ experience in a similar role.
• Sets high standards of performance for self and others and assumes responsibility and accountability for successfully completing assignments and tasks.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively with staff at all levels of the organisation.
• Ability to work on own initiative with a sound decision making ability.
• Strong attention to detail with excellent organisational and administrative skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a timely manner.
• Strong competence in Microsoft Office programs.

To apply:

The closing date for applications is Thursday, 2nd May 2024

The Land Development Agency (LDA) is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to promote and support a diverse and inclusive workforce, and we endeavour to provide reasonable accommodation.