The Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP) is seeking a senior lawyer to fill the permanent position of Senior Principal Prosecutor – Cork Region.

 This is a new role, and the successful candidate will have the unique opportunity to work with the ODPP Regional Office project team to play a key part in establishing and developing our new Regional Office in Cork. The Regional Office is the latest Unit of the ODPP, and it is required to allow our Office to directly deliver prosecution service within Cork.

Prior to the launch of the new office the Senior Principal Prosecutor will work collaboratively with other senior managers and key external stakeholders to ensure the successful establishment of the new office. When the new office is established the Senior Principal Prosecutor will be responsible for leading and managing a team of staff whilst directly delivering prosecution service within Cork. As a member of the ODPP’s Management Board the Senior Principal Prosecutor will participate in the implementation of their strategy.

 It is intended that the Regional Office will be operational by the latter part of 2026. 

Prior to establishing the new Regional Office this role will be bilocation between Dublin and Cork for the first 12-18 months.

 Applicants should forward their completed Application Form electronically to recruitment@dppireland.ie – please ensure your CV is included with your application form.

For application form and further information please refer to the candidate information booklet which is available on the website: Latest Vacancies - Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions