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

Senior Associate – Commercial, Data Protection & Digital Regulation, Dublin
By Mared Roberts • October 6, 2026
We are seeking a Senior Associate to join this growing commercial team in Dublin, advising global clients on transformative data protection and digital regulation matters across a range of innovative industries. The team is renowned for its sector expertise, advising on cutting-edge issues. With a collaborative, cross-border approach, most of the work involves international colleagues so you will truly feel part of a global team. In this role, you will: Advise on complex commercial contracts, particularly in tech, IP, digital services, media and life sciences. Provide pragmatic legal advice, guiding clients through their regulatory and data protection obligations, often in cross-jurisdictional contexts. Support the growth of the practice and contribute to firm-wide initiatives.  Engage in business development activities and build trusted relationships with clients. The ideal person: At least 5 years’ PQE with strong experience in commercial law, data protection and digital regulation. An ideal background working within technology, life sciences or similar innovation-led sectors. Proven ability to advise clients directly and handle complex regulatory environments. Collegiate and ambitious with a desire to grow alongside a high-performing team. If you are interested in more details about this position, please contact Mared Roberts in strict confidence on +353 1 6392924 or email mroberts@keanemcdonald.com . Absolute discretion is assured.
By Mared Roberts • October 5, 2026
An excellent opportunity for a Technology Lawyer to join the team of a leading global international law firm. If you are looking to build your career at the forefront of technology law, within a supportive and internationally connected team, we would be delighted to hear from you.
This is a unique opportunity to work on some of the most high-profile and complex competition, merge
By Mared Roberts • October 5, 2026
This is a unique opportunity to work on some of the most high-profile and complex competition, merger control and regulatory matters in Ireland and the EU. You’ll benefit from high-quality work, a flexible hybrid working model and a competitive benefits package.
By Mared Roberts • October 5, 2026
A global law firm is seeking a Banking & Finance Associate to join its highly regarded Dublin team. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated lawyer to work within a collaborative, merit-based environment that promotes professional growth, diversity and long-term career development. The successful candidate will join a collegiate team, advising domestic and international lenders and borrowers across a wide spectrum of finance transactions. The practice covers real estate investment and development finance, fund finance, corporate debt, leveraged/acquisition finance, refinancings and restructurings. The role offers high-quality exposure to complex, market-visible matters and the opportunity to build a strong profile within the Dublin and global network. Candidates should have 3–5 years’ PQE in banking and finance from a leading Dublin or major international firm, commercial awareness and a team-orientated mindset. The firm offers a supportive culture with a strong focus on employee wellbeing and long-term professional development.  Interested applicants should contact Mared Roberts in strict confidence on +353 1 6392924 or send your CV to mroberts@keanemcdonald.com . Absolute discretion is assured.
By Mia Barry • October 2, 2026
An exciting opportunity for an Insolvency Solicitor has arisen with a thriving international firm with a long established Dublin practice.
By Mia Barry • October 2, 2026
This is a rare opportunity to join a dynamic, collaborative team offering sophisticated legal solutions across the full property life cycle—from acquisitions and disposals, development deals, leasing, real estate finance, and corporate real estate transactions
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We offer unparalleled career opportunities with a proven track record, as well as for commercially experienced individuals

Law Firm HR Consulting

We offer specialist outsourced law firm HR Consulting services and in-house legal team advice and restructuring

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In-House Counsel

Stay on top of the regulations that affect your business. 

Where We Recruit

Stay on top of the regulations that affect your business. 

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
Our Services

Keane McDonald Insights

By Keane McDonald Team • October 1, 2026
Banking & Finance Associate - Global Law Firm | Dublin Global law firm Domestic & International transactions Collaborative team & career growth Funds Knowledge Lawyer Non-fee earning role with flexible days Top tier environment Excellent package Real Estate Senior Associate 4+ PQE Clear communicative firm with hybrid working Tier one practice Technology Lawyer | Ireland European network Data Privacy, Cyber, Digital Reg & AI Sophisticated cross-border projects Competition and Regulation Lawyers | Ireland High-profile, complex competition matters Merger Control & Regulatory Irish and EU work Environment & Planning Senior Associate 4+ PQE A high-quality and varied workload Direct exposure to partners and key clients For more information, contact our Commercial Directors: 📩 Mia - mbarry@keanemcdonald.com  📩 Mared - mroberts@keanemcdonald.com Absolute discretion is assured.
By Yvonne Kelly • September 1, 2026
The Australian Legal Market in 2026: What You Need to Know
By Yvonne Kelly • May 27, 2026
Keane McDonald’s 2026 Irish Legal Salary Guide is now available. Built on 21 years of market experience, it covers the latest salary benchmarks and hiring trends across Private Practice, In-house Legal and Company Secretarial roles.
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