An Coimisiún Toghcháin is now seeking a suitably qualified and committed individual to take up the role of Senior Legal Advisor (Assistant Principal Level). Reporting to the Head of Legal, the Senior Legal Advisor will be primarily focussed on providing sound, solution-focused legal advice and support to An Coimisiún and the Chief Executive on all aspects of An Coimisiún’s functions. The position offers a fulfilling and responsible role in an interesting and busy environment dealing with a diversity of legal issues including but not limited to, Constitutional, Electoral, Privacy and Media Law as well as Data Protection and Corporate Governance.

The Senior Legal Advisor will also play an important and ongoing role in advising and supporting An Coimisiún in exercising its forthcoming powers under Parts 4 and 5 of the Electoral Reform Act, both in terms of preparation, and once commenced, working closely with the Head of Supervision and Enforcement. They will also draft policy, lead on litigation and liaise with external legal advisors and manage associated budgets when required. 

Further details can be found here >

Please note closing date is 25 September, 2025