Property Law Solicitor Temp 14 Months

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The successful candidate will join the Property, Planning & Environment and Employment Law (PPEEL) Team.
The in-house Solicitor will, as a member of the PPEEL Property team, provide legal expertise and advice on conveyancing transactions for ESB.
Key Responsibilities
The completion of conveyancing transactions, in particular the acquisition of MV substation sites and the granting of easements, from initial instruction to completion and registration
General commercial conveyancing work looking after the ESB Networks (ESBN) technical property infrastructure including regularisation of title
Managing own caseload working closely with line manager
Working with/supporting other members of the team
Meeting with and advising ESB business clients, in particular ESBN Engineering Officers
General property law research and advisory work
Advising on and ensuring adherence with ESB's Corporate Governance frameworks
Experience and Qualifications
Minimum of 2 years post qualification commercial conveyancing experience in a legal practice and admitted and enrolled as a solicitor in the state
Demonstrates expertise in commercial conveyancing including sales, purchases, granting and taking easements, leases and licences, Contracts for Sale, Requisitions on Title.
Strong planning, organisation and case management skills with a track record of managing a large caseload effectively
Ability to work effectively under pressure and deliver results while working to tight timelines and with others through teamwork and collaboration
Strong stakeholder management skills, ability to communicate effectively with others and carry out negotiations with third party solicitors
Proficient in MS Outlook, Word and Office 365 package.
Sound commercial judgment and "can-do" attitude
Location
ESB 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 To
This role will report to a senior solicitor of the Legal team.
Why 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
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: €48,100 - €56,600 per annum (depending on experience)
Closing Date
27th August 2025
Your application will be held in reserve for 6 months should you be suitable for the role.
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Statement
ESB 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, ******.
About ESB
Join 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.
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