Real Estate Associate, 2-4 PQE, Dublin

Mia Barry • October 7, 2025

A successful and straight talking firm is seeking a property lawyer to join their Real Estate Group as Real Estate Associate.


This opportunity will suit a lawyer who is keen to get exposure to the top end of real estate law as you would be working as part of one of the most expert teams in the country. This group works on the largest and most innovative real estate transactions in Ireland, including acquisitions, disposals, leasing, development and funding.


  • You will have ca 2-4 years’ PQE in Commercial Real Estate from a highly respected law firm
  • 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 have strong communication skills


This firm enjoys an open culture where everyone are working together in a real team environment. They support their people with business development skills from the very beginning and have strong opportunities for career developments and promote on merit. They are very transparent on targets and operate an attractive bonus scheme and you would get the opportunity to work with very strong Partners. The firm is continuing to grow and they have advanced flexible working arrangements in place.


Interested applicants should contact Mia Barry in strict confidence on +353 87 6021890 or send your CV to mbarry@keanemcdonald.com. Absolute discretion is assured.


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