Regulatory Communications and Engagement Executive

Law Society of Ireland; Dublin; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A national professional regulatory body in Dublin is seeking a Regulatory Communications and Engagement Executive. This role involves drafting and editing regulatory content, planning engagement initiatives, and ensuring clear communication of regulatory updates. The ideal candidate has over 2 years of relevant experience, strong writing skills, and a keen eye for detail. Attractive remuneration and benefits offered.

Benefits

Salary (DOE)

Excellent working conditions

Training & development opportunities

Pension

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a communications or regulatory role.
• Experience on social media platforms.
• Ability to translate complex legal information.

Responsibilities

• Draft and edit regulatory content for professional audiences.
• Plan and deliver regulatory engagement initiatives.
• Maintain an editorial calendar of regulatory communications.

Skills

Excellent writing and editing skills

Stakeholder engagement

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Familiarity with GDPR principles

Job description

Role Overview

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Regulatory Communications and Engagement Executive to support the Regulation Department’s communications, member engagement, and content delivery needs, as well as research and general regulatory work. This role will work closely with the organisation’s central Communications and Solicitor Services teams, ensuring that regulatory initiatives, updates, and guidance are clearly and appropriately communicated to the profession and relevant stakeholders.

The successful candidate will translate complex regulatory information into clear, accessible content; coordinate engagement initiatives; and support the department’s outreach goals while ensuring consistency with the organisation’s wider communications strategy.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and edit regulatory content for professional audiences, including practice notes, website updates, circulars, reports, and newsletters.
• Liaise with the Communications team to ensure regulatory content aligns with the organisation’s tone, style, and strategic messaging.
• Collaborate with Solicitor Services team to ensure regulatory content supports user experience, accessibility, and responsiveness to member needs.
• Assist in planning and delivering regulatory engagement initiatives, such as consultations, regulatory talks, webinars, or briefings.
• Work with subject matter experts within Regulation to prepare clear, legally accurate materials for both internal and external audiences.
• Monitor content for accuracy, relevance, and consistency across regulatory outputs.
• Support the preparation of presentations and briefing materials for internal and external stakeholders.
• Maintain an editorial calendar of regulatory communications in coordination with other departments.
• Help evaluate the effectiveness of regulatory communications through feedback, engagement analytics, and member queries.
• Assist with the Regulatory Performance project, and other project work assigned
• Carry out any research as assigned by the Regulatory Compliance Manager or the Head of Practice Regulation
• Any other regulatory work as assigned by the Regulatory Compliance Manager or the Head of Practice Regulation

Essential skills and experience

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a professional communications, marketing, editorial, or regulatory role.
• Experience on social media platforms.
• Demonstrated ability to plan and execute campaigns.
• Excellent writing and editing skills, with proven ability to tailor content for different audiences.
• Strong understanding of stakeholder engagement and communications best practices.
• Ability to translate complex or legal information into plain, accurate, and accessible language.
• Exceptional attention to detail, including grammar, tone, and formatting.
• Experience coordinating across departments and working with multiple stakeholders.
• Strong organisational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple deadlines.
• Familiarity with GDPR principles
• Knowledge of basic data presentation and visual communication principles (e.g., infographics, tables, charts).

Remuneration & Benefits

• Salary (DOE)
• Excellent working conditions
• Training & development opportunities
• Pension

How to Apply

To apply for this job, please click on the ‘Apply Now’ box in gold. Alternatively you can send your CV and cover letter to [e-mail].

Closing Date

The closing date for the advertisement is close of business Monday, 3 November 2025.

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