Senior Associate - Planning & Environmental Law - Dublin
Mia Barry • August 20, 2026
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior Associate specialising in Planning & Environmental Law to join a highly regarded and growing Irish law firm in Dublin.
This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious lawyer who is looking to take the next step in their career, develop a strong client following and play a meaningful role in the continued growth of a specialist practice.
The Role
You will work closely with partners and a broad range of clients on a varied and high-quality caseload, including:
- Planning applications, appeals and judicial reviews
- Planning and development-related advice
- Environmental regulation and compliance
- Large-scale residential, commercial and infrastructure developments
- Renewable energy and energy-related projects
- Environmental impact assessment and appropriate assessment matters
- Planning enforcement and related disputes
- Transactions involving planning and environmental issues
- Advising developers, landowners, investors, public bodies and other stakeholders
The role will provide significant client contact and the opportunity to take ownership of matters while working alongside experienced lawyers.
About You
We are looking for a solicitor with:
- 4+ years' PQE in planning and/or environmental law
- Strong technical knowledge and commercial judgement
- Excellent drafting, analytical and advocacy skills
- Experience managing matters with a high degree of autonomy
- A strong client-service ethos and excellent communication skills
- The ambition to develop their practice and contribute to the wider growth of the team
Why Join?
This is a genuine opportunity to join a progressive, entrepreneurial Irish firm where you can make an impact and build your career.
The successful candidate will benefit from:
- A high-quality and varied workload
- Direct exposure to partners and key clients
- A collegiate, supportive working environment
- Excellent opportunities to develop a personal practice
- Strong prospects for future promotion and progression
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- The opportunity to play a key role in the continued growth of the practice
If you are a planning or environmental solicitor looking for a role where your contribution will be recognised and where there is a clear pathway for career progression, we would be very interested in hearing from you.
Interested applicants should contact Mia Barry in strict confidence on +353 87 6021890 or email mbarry@keanemcdonald.com. Absolute discretion is assured












