Temporary Legal Clerk

Law Society; Galway; Hybrid; EUR 48,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

The Legal Aid Board invites applications for the position of Temporary Legal Clerk in Galway. The role operates via a panel to fill temporary positions over the following 12 months and is not open to persons on the Roll of Solicitors.

The salary ranges from €47,944 to €56,235 with eight annual increments (plus two long service increments after further years). The Board promotes family friendly policies and offers extensive training and education opportunities.

Qualifications

• Experience at professional level is desirable but not essential.

Skills

Professional experience desirable

Job description

The Legal Aid Board is an independent, publicly funded organisation which provides family mediation, civil legal aid and advice and vulnerable witness related services.

They are also responsible for the administration of a number of ad hoc criminal legal aid schemes. Applications are invited for the position of Temporary Legal Clerk in Galway Following a competition, a Panel will be established from which temporary positions will be filled in the 12 months following the Panel’s establishment. This position is not open to persons on the Roll of Solicitors.

The salary for Legal Clerk ranges from €47,944 to €56,235 via 8 annual increments (which are subject to satisfactory service). Two long service increments, payable after a further 3 and 6 years, bring the salary scale to €57,877 and €59,423.

The Board has family friendly policies and extensive opportunities for further training and education. Experience at professional level is desirable but not essential.

Candidates who currently satisfy the requirements set out in the information booklet are invited to submit a fully completed application form to:

Closing date for receipt of applications: Thursday 12 November 2026 at 4.00pm

The Legal Aid Board is an equal opportunities employer. They promote inclusivity and diversity in the workplace and actively welcome applicants from all backgrounds. If you require accommodations to be made during the recruitment process, please let them know in advance and they would be happy to assist.