Associate Lawyer - Pro Bono
Posted on Jan. 7, 2026 by Arthur Cox
- Dublin, Ireland
- N/A
- Full Time
Description
Arthur Cox LLP is one of Ireland’s leading law firms. We are an “all-island” firm with offices in Dublin and Belfast. We also have offices in London, New York, and San Francisco. Our practice encompasses all aspects of corporate and business law.
With 600 legal staff and a total headcount of nearly 900, we provide a comprehensive service to an international client base ranging from multinational organisations, banks, and financial institutions and established global leaders to government agencies and new players in emerging industry sectors.
Our story has been defined by our progressive outlook. For over 100 years, we have led the way in the legal field in Ireland. For our clients, we work to deliver the best service and support. With an independent, entrepreneurial spirit of innovation leading the way.
Background
Pro Bono work at Arthur Cox is an integral part of our sustainable business strategy. We believe that universal access to justice is essential to the rule of law.
We provide free legal services to a wide range of clients, from individual refugees and people at risk of homelessness to not-for-profit organisations and charities. Providing high-quality legal services to those without the means to pay has long been a part of the firm’s culture and part of our commitment to give back to the communities where we live and work.
We are a founding signatory to the Pro Bono Pledge Ireland, launched by the Minister for Justice in 2020, and we are also a member of the UK Collaborative Plan for Pro Bono and the Association of Pro Bono Counsel.
We feel privileged to work in partnership with NGOs and charities such as FLAC, Immigrant Council of Ireland, the UNHCR, Amicus and the Migrant Rights Centre Ireland who deliver frontline legal services to the most vulnerable people in the community. Through these partnerships, we develop pro bono projects to improve access to justice.
About the Role
This role, reporting to the Of Counsel - Pro Bono, offers a unique opportunity for a newly qualified solicitor to contribute meaningfully to advancing access to justice through the delivery of high-impact pro bono legal services. Working closely with the Pro Bono Of Counsel, the Associate will help shape and implement strategic initiatives that support individuals and communities in need.
Key Responsibilities
- Helping to coordinate and deliver existing pro bono projects, including assisting with administration of existing pro bono projects
- Evaluate incoming pro bono requests, triage based on complexity, and match with appropriate fee earners or escalate as needed.
- Act as a point of contact for internal pro bono queries, promote engagement across practice groups, and support onboarding of colleagues,
- Manage a personal caseload of pro bono matters, including legal research, drafting, and client advisory work.
- Assisting in the development and implementation of pro bono policies and management systems.
- Assisting with monitoring and evaluation of pro bono projects.
- Assist in the collection and analysis of project data to assess impact, identify trends.
- Represent the firm at pro bono sector events, maintain relationships with partner organisations, and contribute to collaborative initiatives with other law firms.
Skills Knowledge and Expertise
- Qualified to practice law in Ireland, NQ to 1 PQE.
- Excellent organisational and management skills, with the ability to manage multiple workstreams and prioritise effectively.
- Demonstrable ability to work collaboratively in teams, take initiative, and operate independently when required.
- Proven ability to deliver high-quality legal work with strong attention to detail.
- A clear understanding of the legal needs of disadvantaged individuals and the organisations that support them.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage confidently with internal and external stakeholders.
Benefits
We reward, encourage and empower our talented people to reach their full potential offering excellent progression opportunities along with a market leading remuneration package and benefits including:
- Discretionary annual bonus scheme
- 25 days annual leave
- Hybrid working policy
- Immediate pension scheme
- TaxSaver and Bike to Work scheme
- Professional membership fees
- Full gym and wellness programme
About Arthur Cox
Arthur Cox is one of Ireland’s leading law firms and provides a comprehensive service to an international client base ranging from multinational organisations, banks and financial institutions, established global leaders to government agencies and new players in emerging industry sectors. Our story has been defined by our progressive outlook. For over 100 years, the firm has led the way in the legal field in Ireland, delivering the best service and support for our clients. With an independent, entrepreneurial spirit of innovation leading the way.
Arthur Cox LLP is an equal opportunities employer. We value diversity and encourage applications from all sections of society. Please advise if you have any additional requirements, we will happily assist. Any information disclosed by you in this regard will be kept strictly confidential and shared within the firm only as necessary and with your consent.
Reasonable accommodations provided for the purposes of your interview or which you may require during your employment will not be taken into account in hiring decisions.
Advertised until:
Feb. 6, 2026
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