Competition and Regulation Lawyers – Ireland

Mared Roberts • March 9, 2026

An international Irish law firm is looking for talented lawyers to join its leading Competition & Regulation team. 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 advise a mix of international and domestic clients on areas such as merger control, foreign direct investment screening, antitrust investigations, public procurement and regulation across a wide range of industries including telecoms, energy, transport and media.


The ideal candidate:

You will have a strong academic background, solid experience in competition law and a collaborative, client-focused approach.

You should be eager to further develop your skills and deliver commercially focused advice within a busy and supportive team.


In return, the firm offers a progressive culture with strong commitments to diversity, CSR, and sustainability. You’ll benefit from high-quality work, a flexible hybrid working model and a competitive benefits package.


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.

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