Specialists in International Legal Recruitment

We'll handle all your legal and compliance appointments. We endeavor to deliver a first class solution always.

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Specialists in International Legal Recruitment


Keane McDonald is an international executive recruitment firm, focusing on legal and compliance appointments. We specialise in the recruitment of legal and compliance professionals, for private practice clients and in-house legal departments, located in Europe, the Middle East, Asia and Australia. We source lawyers at all ranks from recently qualified up to Partner and Board level. With our bespoke approach to each client and candidate, we endeavour to deliver a first class solution always.


For further information on legal and compliance jobs please visit our opportunities page.


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Strategic Legal Recruitment

Partner Recruitment

Expert Legal Recruitment Solutions

We take a targeted and strategic approach to partner and senior legal recruitment, ensuring law firms secure top-tier legal professionals who align with their business vision.

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Tailored Career Development

Candidate Services

Partnering with Legal Professionals to Find the Right Opportunity

At Keane McDonald, we take a personalised approach to career development, helping lawyers at all levels secure roles that align with their skills, values, and aspirations.

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High-Performing Legal Talent 

Client Services

Build High-Performing Legal Teams

At Keane McDonald, we specialise in legal talent acquisition, ensuring that law firms and corporations attract high-performing professionals who bring expertise, innovation, and leadership. 

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Legal Salary Insights

Salary Survey

Legal Sector Salary Trends

Our Legal Salary Survey provides exclusive insights into salary trends, compensation structures, and market conditions for lawyers and legal professionals in Ireland and Australia.

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Empowering Careers

Ennovy Solutions

Recruitment Services & Career Consulting 

Ennovy Solutions is the recruitment and career consulting division of Keane McDonald, offering tailored business support solutions, executive search, and career coaching.

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Keane McDonald Legal Jobs

By Mia Barry July 27, 2025
A leading firm with one of the largest construction practices in Ireland is seeking a Construction Associate to join their expanding team. You will be part of a team advising on all stages of construction and utilities projects and PPPs from inception, planning, procurement and construction through to completion. You will also get involved with construction disputes so this role is a mix of advisory and contentious work. Qualified Solicitor in a Common Law Jurisdiction 2-6 years’ PQE and with proven experience in construction law, ideally in both advisory and contentious matters You will have excellent drafting and negotiation skills You will give superb attention to detail at all times Ability to work on own initiative but also as part of a team You will be capable of communicating at all levels with an ability to communicate points clearly. This is a great opportunity to work in a progressive, professional organisation and a chance to work with some of the largest and most innovative construction projects in the country. Interested applicants should contact Mia Barry in strict confidence on +353 87 6021890 or email mbarry@keanemcdonald.com . Absolute discretion is assured.
By Mia Barry July 27, 2025
This opportunity will suit a corporate lawyer with a proven track record from a reputable firm who is confident in their craft. It will suit someone with energy and drive and who is keen to have a seat at the table and take part in the strategic aspect of driving the firm’s success forward.
By Malwina Kempa July 25, 2025
We’re on the lookout for an experienced Legal Secretary/PA to support a busy and dynamic Construction & Projects team. This is a brilliant opportunity to join a top-tier team in a fast-paced, supportive environment where your contribution really matters.
Business Development Manager, Dublin
By Malwina Kempa July 24, 2025
We're working with a top 5 law firm looking to hire a strategic and commercially minded Business Development Manager to support their busy Corporate & M&A team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a strong background in business development and marketing within professional services who’s ready to take ownership of a high-profile practice area. What you’ll be doing: Keep your finger on the pulse of the corporate legal market, including researching trends, competitors, and spotting opportunities. Work closely with partners to shape and deliver on the team’s business development goals. Support pitches and proposals, help prep partners for BD meetings, and coordinate new client initiatives. Boost the department’s visibility. Oversee content creation and marketing materials. Help manage internal knowledge-sharing tools and support cross-functional collaboration. What we’re looking for: 5+ years’ experience in business development or marketing, ideally in a law firm or other professional services environment. Strong experience working directly with senior stakeholders. Excellent writing, communication, and project management skills. Commercially switched on, highly organised, and confident juggling multiple priorities. A degree in marketing, business, communications or similar (or equivalent hands-on experience). Bonus points if you: Have previously managed directory submissions or legal rankings. Are proactive, collaborative, and comfortable working semi-independently. If you’re ready to step into a key strategic role in one of Ireland’s leading corporate law practice, please contact Malwina Kempa in strict confidence on +353 87427 8751 or send your CV to mkempa@keanemcdonald.com to discuss this opportunity further. Discretion is assured.
By Yvonne Kelly July 23, 2025
Our client is looking for an Associate or Senior Associate to join their Employment team. You will work with an established team on matters ranging from strategic planning, pivotal litigation cases and regulation projects across a wide variety of industries for key clients while mentoring and supporting team more junior team members. The ideal candidate: You have 4 – 6 years’ experience in the workplace relations, employment and safety area and have a thorough working knowledge of drafting, reviewing, and advising clients on employment policies and procedures.  You have a good knowledge and experience of interpreting legislation and the Fair Work Act 2009 (Cth) to advise clients and engage in negotiations. You are a proactive, solutions-focused mindset individual with an ability to manage conflicting priorities. For more information, please contact Yvonne Kelly in strict confidence 📞: +61 405 216 810 ✉️: ykelly@keanemcdonald.com Ab s olute discretion is assured.
By Yvonne Kelly July 23, 2025
If you have a solid experience and knowledge in general employment law and safety, this might be of interest to you. The ideal candidate: You have 2 – 5 years’ PAE as a Workplace Relations, Employment and Safety lawyer with experience in industrial relations, unfair dismissal, workplace investigations, enterprise bargaining and compliance with safety regulations. You enjoy industrial and employment litigation and working directly with clients appeals to you.  For more information, please contact Yvonne Kelly in strict confidence 📞: +61 405 216 810 ✉️: ykelly@keanemcdonald.com Absolute discretion is assured.
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About us

Our professionals will handle your entire recruitment process, including legal and compliance professionals, for private practice clients and in-house legal departments

Trust is the foundation of great service

We are an International executive recruitment firm, focusing on legal and compliance appointments. We specialise in the recruitment of legal and compliance professionals, for private practice clients and in-house legal departments, located in Europe, the Middle East, Asia and Australia. We source lawyers at all ranks from recently qualified up to Partner and Board level. With our bespoke approach to each client and candidate, we endeavour to deliver a first class solution always.

Why Choose Us?
✓ Trust ✓ Expertise
✓ Accuracy ✓ Experience
✓ Confidentiality ✓ Professional
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Keane McDonald Insights

By Barbara Blask July 1, 2025
New Month, New Legal Opportunities – Explore July Roles with Keane McDonald
By Yvonne Kelly June 27, 2025
The 2025 Australian Legal Salary Guide from Keane McDonald offers an in-depth overview of the latest trends and salary benchmarks across various legal sectors in the Irish market.
By Barbara Blask June 4, 2025
2025 Irish Legal Salary Guide by Keane McDonald
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