Top Legal Opportunities in August 2025

Barbara Blask • July 31, 2025

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.

Technology Of Counsel/Partner – Dublin
Their technology practice is doing very well and is busy so they would now like to speak with senior candidates with legal technology expertise. This opportunity would suit a senior associate/of counsel or an already established partner who is looking for a better platform and autonomy. You do not need to bring a portfolio, although a contact network is expected at partner level.

Partner Real Estate – Dublin

The firm is seeking a senior Partner (and potential team) who can lead and continue to develop the Real Estate practice further. This opportunity suits a Partner who is looking for a transparent and supportive environment on an excellent platform with international reach.

Paralegal - international law firm, Dublin

We are looking for a motivated Paralegal to support a busy, fast paced legal practice in Dublin. This is a fantastic opportunity to work with a high-performing team where your ideas and initiative really matter. This role offers hybrid working, access to a global learning platform, an inclusive and supportive culture with regular social events, excellent benefits.

Tax Associate, International Firm, Dublin

This is a great opportunity for someone who is keen to join a progressive and supportive firm with clear career prospects and exciting international platform. The Tax Group assist clients across a wide range of transactions and structure deals across private equity to corporate acquisitions and disposals. The firm has an impressive team of lawyers who are highly regarded in the market for their expertise and integrity.

Legal Counsel – Corporate/Commercial - Dublin, Ireland

Senior Associate – Commercial, Data Protection & Digital Regulation, Dublin

Employment Lawyer/Partner – Dublin
The firm has a long standing and highly reputable Employment Practice and they are seeking an experienced employment lawyer to work closely with the Head of the Practice. This opportunity will suit a Senior Associate keen to get a clear path to partnership or a Partner who is looking for space and autonomy.

Asset Finance Lawyer – Dublin

We have partnered with a prestigious global law firm that is seeking an Asset Finance Lawyer to join its growing Dublin team. Committed to diversity and inclusion, they attract and retain world-class talent. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced lawyer to contribute to a highly successful asset finance team, advising private equity investors, operating lessors, financial institutions and airlines on complex asset finance structures.

Tax Partner – International Firm – Dublin
A top international firm in Dublin is seeking to add Tax to its growing offering. They would like to welcome an experienced Tax Partner to their outstanding team. They are also open to an experienced Senior Associate/Of Counsel ready to make the step up. This is a great opportunity for an ambitious lawyer who would like to build a Tax practice.

Competition and Regulation Lawyers – Ireland

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.

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Tax Associate, International Firm, Dublin

By Mia Barry • August 1, 2025

A major international firm in Dublin is seeking to hire an outstanding tax lawyer to join their global Tax Group. This is a great opportunity for someone who is keen to join a progressive and supportive firm with clear career prospects and exciting international platform.

Paralegal - international law firm, Dublin

By Malwina Kempa • August 1, 2025

Legal Counsel – Corporate/Commercial - Dublin, Ireland

By Mared Roberts • August 1, 2025

We are working closely with a leading business in Ireland that is looking to appoint an experienced and commercially minded Legal Counsel to join its high-performing team in Dublin. This is a great opportunity to work within a well-regarded company in a varied role, supporting strategic and operational areas of the business. You will advise on a wide range of commercial and corporate matters, including drafting and negotiating complex agreements. You will also provide input on M&A and joint ventures, as well as support on corporate governance, regulation and compliance. The ideal candidate: · At least 2-4 years’ PQE with a strong grounding in corporate/commercial law. · Qualified in Ireland with top tier or international law firm experience. · A collaborative approach and sound commercial judgment. · The ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities. This is a dynamic environment with strong leadership, good flexibility and exciting long-term prospects for an ambitious lawyer. For more details or to express an interest, please contact Mared Roberts for a confidential conversation on +353 16392924 or send a CV to mroberts@keanemcdonald.com . Absolute discretion is assured. We support and promote diversity and inclusion in the recruitment process.

Technology Of Counsel/Partner - Dublin

By Mia Barry • August 1, 2025

The firm is supporting clients across a variety of sectors. The ideal candidate will have a broad technology background across TMT like data protection, privacy, innovation, cyber etc. It is a wonderful time to join the firm as you will get the opportunity to really carve out your own practice in an established and suc

Senior Associate – Commercial, Data Protection & Digital Regulation, Dublin

By Mared Roberts • August 1, 2025

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.

Business Development Manager, Dublin

By Malwina Kempa • August 1, 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.

Competition and Regulation Lawyers – Ireland

By Mared Roberts • August 1, 2025

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.

Tax Partner – International Firm - Dublin

By Mia Barry • August 1, 2025

A top international firm in Dublin is seeking to add Tax to its growing offering. They would like to welcome an experienced Tax Partner to their outstanding team. They are also open to an experienced Senior Associate/Of Counsel ready to make the step up. This is a great opportunity for an ambitious lawyer who would like to build a Tax practice. The practice has excellent support and resources to nurture a growing tax practice within its well established firm. The UK Tax practice is highly regarded and you would liaise closely to help build the offering. You will be advising market leading international and domestic clients on Irish tax law. You will be a qualified solicitor with a minimum of 8+ years’ experience in private practice and Irish tax law. You will have an expert view on the tax landscape locally and globally. You will have a strong analytical ability and be a great communicator. And you will enjoy working as part of a close team and coaching others to ensure the practice enjoys a great working atmosphere. This is a great opportunity for either a senior associate to get the deserved recognition of stepping into a Partner level role, or for an experienced Partner to join and enjoy a strong international platform and a great working environment. The Firm has an exceptionally collegiate team culture which is underpinned by its core values of respect, integrity, consistency, honesty and trust. The Firm has an abundance of talented people which makes for a high-performing but friendly environment which fosters continuous professional development. Excellent, top of market remuneration package offered. Interested applicants should contact Mia Barry in strict confidence on 0876021890 or email mbarry@keanemcdonald.com . Absolute discretion is assured.

Employment Lawyer/Partner - Dublin

By Mia Barry • August 1, 2025

A fantastic opportunity for a senior employment lawyer has just gone live in the Dublin market. The firm has a long standing and highly reputable Employment Practice and they are seeking an experienced employment lawyer to work closely with the Head of the Practice. This opportunity will suit a Senior Associate keen to get a clear path to partnership or a Partner who is looking for space and autonomy. The ideal candidate will have experience across both advisory and contentious employment law matters and they should be used to managing their own case-load and being responsible for dealing directly with clients. The practice handles complex and urgent instructions from a wide range of clients, including commercial enterprises, SMEs, Irish and multinational companies and senior executives. You will have at least 6+ years’ PQE in Employment law from a highly respected practice. You should have experience of representing clients in the High Court, Circuit Court and the employment rights bodies. You will be interested in working collaboratively with other members of the team including providing mentoring and supervision to junior colleagues. Your aim is to provide first class pragmatic legal advices and solutions to your clients. You will have excellent communication and presentation skills and have a genuine and personable manner and a natural flair for and interest in business development. This is a great opportunity for an employment lawyer to join a flat structured firm who concentrates on the job at hand and enjoy working together as a team. This role comes with a very attractive package and the firm offers flexible working arrangements and genuinely excellent work life balance. 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.

Partner Real Estate - Dublin

By Mia Barry • August 1, 2025

A growing international firm is looking to make a Partner level hire to join the Real Estate Practice. The firm is seeking a senior Partner (and potential team) who can lead and continue to develop the Real Estate practice further. This opportunity suits a Partner who is looking for a transparent and supportive environment on an excellent platform with international reach. You will be a qualified solicitor in Ireland with a proven track record at Partner level within a leading Real Estate practice. You will have an expert view on the legal property landscape locally and globally and you will be comfortable leading and developing both business and people. Interested applicants should contact Mia Barry in strict confidence on +353 87 6021890 or contact mbarry@keanemcdonald.com . Absolute discretion is assured.