Associate legal counsel (company secretariat)

Company description : Tirln is a world-class food and nutrition co-operative, with a diverse portfolio of quality ingredients, leading consumer and agri brands.

The farmer-owned co-operative has a first-class track record of success in the global market.

Rooted in a rich heritage of family farming and embedded in its communities, Tirln has evolved to bring the passion of its farmers and their high-quality milk and grains to the international marketplace.

Using modern-day technology and applying the best processes to its milk pool of three billion litres and its premium grains portfolio, Tirln now exports to more than 80 countries.

Its award-winning brands are household names in Ireland, and include Irelands number one consumer dairy brand, Avonmore.

The organisation draws on a wealth of experience to deliver exceptional products and tailored nutritional solutions including Kilmeaden, Wexford, Truly Grass Fed, Solmiko, Chedd Max and GAIN Animal Nutrition.

Tirln has a strong market presence in the UK, France, Germany, UAE, the US, North Africa, Japan and China.

A talented team of over 2,100 people manage Tirlns network of 11 production facilities, with annual revenues of over €3 billion.

Tirln is committed to sustainability through its comprehensive Living Proof programme and has signed up to the Science-Based Targets initiative (SBTi).

For more information, visit Job description : Associate Legal Counsel (Company Secretariat) Hybrid working Tirln Tirln, is a world-class food and nutrition co-operative, with a diverse portfolio of quality ingredients, leading consumer and agri brands.

Tirln owns leading brands such as Avonmore, Kilmeaden Cheese, Millac, Solmiko, Truly Grass Fed, Premier Milk, Wexford, and GAIN Animal Nutrition.

A talented team across Ireland, the US, MEA and China, delivers annual revenues of over €3 billion.

Our purpose is to nourish the world, while safeguarding our environment for future generations Role Profile An exciting opportunity has arisen for the role of Associate Legal Counsel (Company Secretariat), reporting to the General Counsel and based in our Head Office at Abbey Quarter, Kilkenny / or our Dublin office in Citywest.

This role will have responsibility for the supervision and management of Company Secretariat filings and compliance and will work closely with the business advising on a broad range of legal issues in a dynamic international environment.

Responsibilities Supervise and manage Company Secretariat filings and compliance requirements for Irish and international matters Advise on general data queries, data subject access requests, data breaches, data processing agreements and general data protection queries Evaluate intellectual property activities including new developments and trade mark proposals, and advise on ownership, use and potential infringement activities Review, draft and negotiate day-to-day legal agreements (including confidentiality agreements and terms and conditions) Advise generally on corporate legal matters including shareholder matters, regulatory issues and assist with on-going updates to company policies and developing training materials for the business Co-ordination and execution of legal documents generally, assisting in preparing documents for meetings and managing the case management system for the legal team Requirements Third level Law or Business degree Professional Qualification (Solicitor or Company Secretary) Minimum of 1 years+ experience as a qualified solicitor or assistant company secretary either in-house or in a large / mid-tier law firm Experience in a company secretariat in-house team or law firm providing company secretariat services Strong communication skills Broad business knowledge and ability to understand complexities of Tirlns operations and business relationships Strategic thinker who is a capable problem solver Ability to work on own initiative and be motivated to deliver the legal departments value-added agenda Ability to multi-task and use a systematic and analytical approach to identifying issues and problem solving with the ability to prioritise tasks effectively.

Be able to define problems / issues at the outset in an objective manner.

Strong prioritizing skills with the ability to take on challenges as opportunities to find a better way.

Enjoys working in a fast-paced, innovative environment where the focus is on continuous improvement.

Company Secretariat certificate / qualification; Data Protection / Intellectual Property experience desirabl We offer Hybrid working (flex Fridays) Free parking incl.

EV charging On-site gym free to use for employees Parenting room Work / life balance and collaborative work culture Career progression opportunitie About us Through our expertise in research and development, customer insights, food safetyand state-of-the-art manufacturing we bring innovative food and nutrition solutions to a global market.

Our new and vibrant headquarters in Kilkenny City operates as a collaboration hub where multi-functional teams come together in a hybrid work environment.

Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion We believe in the value of difference.

We know that different perspectives, life experience and backgrounds can drive innovation and deliver growth.

We welcome people from all walks of life without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, or disability status.

Join our Talent Pool Considering a new career in Tirln but this isnt the role for you? Join our talent community and sign up for job / careers Tirln is a Values Based Organisation Profile description : An exciting opportunity has arisen for the role of Associate Legal Counsel (Company Secretariat), reporting to the General Counsel and based in our Head Office at Abbey Quarter, Kilkenny / or our Dublin office in Citywest.

This role will have responsibility for the supervision and management of Company Secretariat filings and compliance and will work closely with the business advising on a broad range of legal issues in a dynamic international environment.

Skills : Associate Legal Counsel Legal Company Secretariat Benefits : Gym Laptop Paid Holidays Parking Pension