The successful applicant will be an integral part of our dynamic and market-leading Technology practice group and Knowledge and Practice Development team. The role will report directly to the Knowledge and Practice Development Partner.

The success of our Technology practice is driven by the practical application of up-to-date technical legal knowledge. Your role will be crucial in maintaining that success. You will be given the freedom and flexibility to innovate and strategically develop the group's knowledge function in an open and supportive environment. Ideally, you will have an interest in the use of technology to improve the group's knowledge offering. You will have the benefit of working alongside a large group of Practice Development lawyers and the broader Practice Development team.

The Technology Group is a team of dedicated intellectual property and technology specialists with a depth of expertise across all industry sectors. Combining lawyers experienced in contentious and non-contentious fields, we offer a complete legal service across the broad spectrum of matters which arise – Intellectual Property, Technology, Commercial Contracts and Privacy & Data Security. Our clients are leading domestic and international companies, including some of the most recognised names (many of whom have made Ireland their European Headquarters). We provide our clients with innovative and commercial support, offering practical and business-oriented solutions.

Recognised as Ireland's Intellectual Property Law Firm of the Year (2013, 2014, & 2016) by the leading international IP publication Managing Intellectual Property, we consistently achieve the highest ranking from international publications and commentators.

Role & Responsibilities:

To work with the Knowledge and Practice Development partner and fee-earners on appropriate knowledge management initiatives as they arise, for example, the capture of tacit knowledge in significant Technology transactions
To assist fee earners (and clients where appropriate) in respect of technical and/or practical legal issues raised by clients, and to assist in the development of position papers, toolkits and other legal know how
To take responsibility for the development and production of new precedents (to a standard that is partner sign-off level) and the maintenance generally of precedents
To play a significant role in exploiting the business development opportunities presented by knowledge
To focus on developing a strong client-facing knowledge lawyer role through seminars, publications and client training and supporting Knowledge Plus, our online client knowledge resource
To play a proactive role in bringing knowledge BD ideas to the Technology partner group and to collaborate with the Technology partners in implementing these ideas
To capture and disseminate relevant legal knowledge so as to ensure that the collective expertise and knowledge of the group is understood and shared
To develop appropriate knowledge tools for the Technology team that are aligned with and informed by the business needs of the team and its client base
To play a significant role in aligning Technology knowledge with other departments, as appropriate
To participate in other knowledge management initiatives and projects, as appropriate and providing assistance to the knowledge partner and other knowledge lawyers regarding specific Know How or Knowledge Management initiatives
To provide input and participate internal and external training initiatives
To develop and promote the expertise of our Technology team in the market including presenting to, and engaging directly with clients and at industry events as appropriate

Qualified solicitor/lawyer with ideally 4+ years of post-qualification within Technology
Strong academic background
Keen interest in legal knowledge, learning and development
Commercial focus and business acumen
Excellent communication skills and a willingness to present at client seminars, conferences and workshops
IT literacy and an interest in leveraging technology to improve knowledge offering
Ability to think creatively and strategically and to drive innovation and change
Ability to establish credibility with, effectively engage with and influence diverse teams of senior individuals
Collaborative team player with the ability to develop and work in a dynamic, intellectually rigorous environment

A competitive remuneration package
Access to the firm’s marquee training and development programmes, delivered through the ALG School of Business and Law
Discretionary performance bonus
Pension and health insurance contribution, wellbeing contribution, life assurance, subsidised gym, restaurant and coffee shop.
Hybrid working policy

The Firm

A&L Goodbody (ALG) is a leading Irish law firm with five international offices in Dublin, Belfast, London, New York and San Francisco. There are currently 120 partners and over 900 employees. The strong international and domestic business community in Ireland forms a valuable part of the ALG client base. ALG is incredibly proud to be recognised as the leading Irish law firm in the Chambers and Partners Europe 2024 Guide with the highest number of Band 1 practice area rankings. ALG is also ranked as a 'top tier' law firm in The Legal 500 EMEA Guide 2024 and the IFLR1000 Guide 2024. The firm is consistently ranked number one in the Irish market and on a European level.

A sample of other recent notable awards include:

Awarded the prestigious Company of the Year award at the National Diversity & Inclusion Awards 2025 hosted by the Irish Centre for Diversity
Recognised by Mergermarket as the #1 M&A legal advisor in Ireland by deal volume for 2024
Winner of the Best Client Service Award by the Lawyer European Awards
Future of Legal Services Innovation Award winners 2024
Awarded the Investors in Diversity Silver Mark in 2024 by the Irish Centre for Diversity
Most Popular Graduate Recruiter in Law 2024 by GradIreland (for 13 consecutive years)
Law firm of the year - Republic of Ireland 2023 at The Lawyer European Awards
Irish Law Firm of the Year 2023 at the Chambers Europe Awards
One of the top 50 most innovative law firms in Europe 2023 by the Financial Times
Best client support 2023 by the Managing Partners Forum
Business Working Responsibly Mark 2023

ALG has a reputation for leading the way in continuously developing its service to clients and internally to its business. This is delivered through the use of new processes, ways of working, innovative use of technology and marketing-leading business service teams.

Accessibility

If you require any accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact us and we will work with you to ensure the best possible candidate experience.

We value a diverse and inclusive workforce and are an equal opportunities employer.

Practice Development Lawyer - Technology

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