Legal & Corporate Affairs Graduate Programme 2027

Allied Irish Banks; Dublin; Hybrid; EUR 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

21 Days annual leave

2 volunteer days

Hybrid work model

Public holidays off

Wellbeing & development programme

Defined Contribution Pension

Job summary

Allied Irish Banks in Dublin invites applications for a 23-month Graduate Programme across Legal & Corporate Affairs. You will rotate across teams and work on real projects from day one, gaining hands-on experience in a supportive environment.

You will be mentored, learn on the job, and develop professionally and personally while contributing to meaningful business initiatives within a collaborative culture.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2.1 Honours Degree (or equivalent for universities outside Ireland).
• Candidates must be fully authorised to work in Ireland for the full 23-month contract.

Responsibilities

• Rotate across Legal & Corporate Affairs teams and gain exposure to projects.
• Support governance and company secretarial activities across the function.

Education

2.1 Honours Degree or equivalent

Job description

Location/office policy: Molesworth St / Central Park, Dublin - 3 days per week in office

This role is being offered as a 23-month contract

Ready to start your career at AIB?

If you're curious, ambitious and looking for a role where you can learn, grow and make a real impact from day one, our Legal & Corporate Affairs Graduate Programme could be the perfect fit.

At AIB, we know that starting your career is a big step. That's why we've created a graduate programme that gives you meaningful work, plenty of support and opportunities to develop both professionally and personally.

Over 23 months, you'll rotate across different teams, gain exposure to exciting projects and develop the skills, experience and confidence needed to build a successful career.

No two days will be the same!

Why join our graduate programme?

As part of the programme, you'll get the opportunity to experience different areas across Legal & Corporate Affairs, working with a range of teams and colleagues.

You'll learn on the job, contribute to real business initiatives and work alongside experienced professionals who are invested in helping you succeed.

Along the way, you'll also have opportunities to:

• Build your professional network
• Connect with senior leaders across the organisation
• Learn from graduates who have already completed the programme
• Explore different career paths within AIB

This is more than just a graduate role. It's an opportunity to discover what you're capable of.

What You’ll Do

Legal:

The Legal Function has responsibility and accountability for the provision of all legal services within the AIB Group. The objective of the Legal Function is to work collaboratively with the business and support units that we provide services to, and to ensure that our advice is pragmatic, commercial and customer focused. The Legal Function also plays a key role in controlling external legal spend to maximise value and avoid unnecessary external instructions. In addition, the Function has responsibility for Third Party Management and Supplier Relationship.

Sitting within the Corporate Affairs Function, the Corporate Governance and Company Secretarial teams ensure a simple, efficient and compliant corporate governance structure is in place to support the AIB Group Board and Executive. The teams help the business, and our leaders achieve AIB's strategic objectives by advising on all aspects of corporate governance, acting as communicator, facilitator and advisor to the Chairman, the Group Board, the Boards of the main subsidiaries and the Executive Leadership Team, to enable effective engagement with shareholders and other relevant stakeholders.

What's in it for you?

• 21 Days annual leave & 2 additional volunteer days
• Additional AIB Bank Holidays – Good Friday & the day after St. Stephens Day
• Hybrid working (depending on placement within relevant functions),
• Rotations across different teams
• Strong emphasis on wellbeing & work-life balance
• Structured learning & development programme
• Defined Contribution Pension Scheme

We are with you every step of the way

Starting your first professional role can feel daunting, but we'll be with you every step of the way.

Every graduate is assigned a dedicated People Leader who will support your development, help you navigate challenges and encourage you to get the most from your experience.

You’ll also become part of a vibrant graduate community, joining fellow Enterprise Delivery graduates as well as graduates from previous intakes. Whether it's learning, networking or social events, you’ll quickly build relationships that last well beyond the programme.

We also offer access to a wide range of support networks and initiatives, including our Employee Assistance Programme and Mentor Her programme.

Entry Requirements:

Achieved or expected to achieve a minimum 2.1 Honours Degree (or equivalent for universities outside of Ireland) is a prerequisite for those joining the AIB graduate programme.

Candidates must be fully authorised to work in Ireland or hold a valid work permit for the full duration of the 23-month contract (September 2027 – August 2029).

If you are not sure about your suitability based on any aspects of the role advertised, we encourage you to please contact our Future Talent Programmes team at [e-mail] for a conversation.

AIB is an equal opportunities employer, and we pride ourselves on being the first bank in Ireland to receive the Investors in Diversity Gold Standard accreditation from the Irish Centre for Diversity. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees. Should you have a reasonable accommodation request please email the Talent Acquisition team at [e-mail]

Eligibility and Equal Opportunities

Applicants must be resident in the Republic of Ireland and be fully authorised to work, or hold a valid work permit, for the full duration of the programme. Any offer of employment will be conditional upon satisfactory evidence of the right to work in the Republic of Ireland.

AIB is an equal opportunities employer committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates and are committed to providing reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment process.