Senior Legal & Regulatory Affairs Advisor

About the role

An exciting senior advisory position within a public‑sector regulatory organisation operating in the health insurance market. The role provides strategic legal guidance, supports policy initiatives, and helps shape regulatory and legislative frameworks.

Key responsibilities

• Provide timely, pragmatic legal advice on operational and regulatory matters, including regulatory correspondence, inspection findings, enforcement issues, and organisational publications.
• Lead the development, review, and evolution of legislative and policy frameworks, drafting and reviewing primary and secondary legislation.
• Prepare policy advice, briefing materials, and submissions for Government and senior stakeholders.
• Monitor, analyse, and interpret Irish, EU, and international legal and regulatory developments relevant to the health insurance market and consumer protection.
• Translate complex legal and regulatory developments into clear guidance for decision‑makers.
• Support senior leadership on strategic initiatives, reform programmes, and regulatory projects.
• Manage legal and regulatory projects from initiation through implementation, ensuring effective governance and delivery.
• Contribute to organisational strategy and provide trusted counsel on emerging risks and opportunities.

Required profile

• Qualified Solicitor or Barrister with significant post‑qualification experience.
• Proven experience within a regulatory, public‑sector, insurance, healthcare, or policy environment.
• Strong knowledge of legislative processes, statutory interpretation, and regulatory frameworks.
• Demonstrated ability to deliver concise, practical legal advice in complex settings.
• Experience drafting legislation, regulatory instruments, policy papers, or formal submissions.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.

Required skills