Global In-House Counsel — Commercial & AI-Driven

Darwin Hawkins; Dublin; On-site; EUR 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Darwin Hawkins in Dublin seeks an ambitious in-house lawyer to join a lean, global legal function supporting the business across markets. You will handle a broad range of commercial and regulatory matters and work directly with senior stakeholders while remaining hands-on with day-to-day legal work.

The role offers autonomy and exposure to strategic initiatives, with the chance to shape AI-enabled legal delivery and globally impactful projects.

Qualifications

• Strong commercial mindset with ability to add value to the business.
• Excellent stakeholder management skills, comfortable with senior leadership.
• Genuine interest in technology, FinTech and AI within legal functions.

Responsibilities

• Commercial Contracts – Draft, review and negotiate a broad range of commercial agreements.
• General Legal Advisory – Provide practical legal advice across a diverse range of matters affecting the global business.
• Transactional Matters – Support commercial and corporate transactions and strategic projects.
• Contentious Matters – Assist with disputes, litigation and other contentious matters where required.
• Commercial Advice – Provide commercially focused advice balancing legal risk with business objectives.
• Legal & Regulatory – Advise on regulatory matters relevant to the business.
• Business Partnering – Collaborate with various teams across the organisation.
• Stakeholder Management – Build strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels, including C‑Suite.
• AI & Legal Technology – Support the use of AI and technology to improve efficiency.
• Group Projects – Support GC and wider legal team on strategic matters.

Skills

Commercial mindset

Stakeholder management

Interest in AI/FinTech

Broad legal experience

Disputes experience

Education

Qualified solicitor

Job description

Darwin Hawkins in Dublin seeks an ambitious in-house lawyer to join a lean, global legal function supporting the business across markets. You will handle a broad range of commercial and regulatory matters and work directly with senior stakeholders while remaining hands-on with day-to-day legal work.

The role offers autonomy and exposure to strategic initiatives, with the chance to shape AI-enabled legal delivery and globally impactful projects.