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

By Mared Roberts November 4, 2025
A growing firm with a long established top tier practice is seeking an experienced Banking Lawyer to join their market leading Knowledge Management Team as Knowledge Lawyer (PSL). The Knowledge Lawyer will support their leading Banking & Finance Practice areas. This is a wonderful opportunity for a banking/knowledge lawyer to join a progressive and friendly large firm. Your career will be well looked after in a stimulating and rewarding environment.
By Rianna Mannering November 4, 2025
You’ll work as part of our Commercial Property team reporting directly to the Head of Commercial. You’ll handle high-value, complex property transactions for a diverse client base. The role is document-heavy and best suited to someone who enjoys managing full transactions from start to finish.
By Mared Roberts November 4, 2025
Join a top-tier law firm as Data Privacy Manager and take the lead on GDPR, privacy compliance and risk management. A fantastic opportunity to shape strategy and act as the firm’s expert on data protection within a supportive hybrid working environment.
Legal Counsel – Corporate/Commercial -  Dublin, Ireland
By Mared Roberts November 4, 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.
By Rianna Mannering November 4, 2025
The team is seeking an experienced Funds Associate join their Dublin office. The role will cover a broad range of legal work across Irish fund structures, including UCITS and AIFs, which span fixed income, equity, asset allocation, and ETFs. This position is part of the European Legal team.
By Mia Barry November 4, 2025
An exciting new opportunity for a Tax Associate has opened with a well-established international law firm in Dublin. The firm has a growing tax practice that advises domestic and international corporations, asset mana
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We offer unparalleled career opportunities with a proven track record, as well as for commercially experienced individuals

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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
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Keane McDonald Insights

By Barbara Blask October 31, 2025
Senior Legal Counsel – Dublin, Ireland We have partnered exclusively with a global technology leader to appoint a Senior Legal Counsel for their growing EMEA team in Dublin. This role offers the opportunity to lead strategic commercial negotiations, advise on cutting-edge tech solutions and support business growth across Europe. Legal Counsel – Investment Management/Funds – Dublin, Ireland On behalf of a global leader in investment management, we are seeking an experienced Funds Lawyer to join the Dublin office. This key role will focus on providing legal support to Irish UCITS and AIF fund complexes, which offer a wide range of investment solutions. The position sits within the European Legal team, supporting fund complexes, global distribution and the wider EMEA business. 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. The practice has excellent support and resources to nurture a growing tax practice within its well established firm. Corporate Partner, Dublin A fantastic opportunity has arisen with a growing, innovative and open minded full full-service firm in Dublin for a Corporate Partner to join their leadership team. This opportunity will suit a corporate lawyer with a proven track record from a reputable firm who is confident in their craft. It will suit someone with energy and drive and who is keen to have a seat at the table and take part in the strategic aspect of driving the firm’s success forward. Junior Solicitor – Banking & Finance (Dublin) A leading international law firm with a strong presence in Dublin is seeking a Junior Solicitor (0–2 PQE) to join its Banking & Finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious lawyer to work with a global client base and gain exposure to high-value, cross-border transactions. Legal EA, Dublin Our client is leading one of the most ambitious infrastructure initiatives in Ireland, transforming connectivity nationwide. They are now seeking a highly skilled Legal Executive to provide support at the most senior levels of the organisation. This is a varied, fast-paced role that blends high-level executive support with legal administration, board coordination, and company secretarial responsibilities. Knowledge Lawyer (PSL) - Banking – Dublin A growing firm with a long established top tier practice is seeking an experienced Banking Lawyer to join their market leading Knowledge Management Team as Knowledge Lawyer (PSL). In this role, you will work closely with the business leaders, including Partners and the Knowledge team, and it requires constant communication and research to ensure the knowledge base is the best it can be. Employment Partner - Equity on offer - Dublin An excellent opportunity is available in a friendly mid-sized and full-service firm with a well established employment practice. The practice provide expert advice and give outstanding client support across employment related matters across domestic and international, public and private sectors. Competition & Regulatory Lawyer (Associate / Senior Associate) – Ireland An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced lawyer to join a top-tier Competition & Regulation team. As part of this market-leading practice, you will be working with a broad international and domestic client base, advising on EU and Irish merger control, foreign direct investment, antitrust investigations, procurement and regulation across industries such as telecoms, energy, broadcasting and transport. FS Regulatory Lawyer – Dublin A top international law firm is looking to hire an FS Regulatory Lawyer to join their growing FS Regulatory Practice. You will get exposure to top level work and clients both domestically and internationally. You will offer regulatory advice to financial services institutions and have a good relationship with the Central Bank. Funds Associate, Dublin Our client is a leading global investment manager with a strong presence across public and private markets. With extensive experience in fixed income, credit, and multi-asset strategies, the firm manages a wide range of UCITS and AIFs, including ETFs, for investors worldwide. The organization is known for its innovative approach, client focus, and strong values-driven culture that fosters collaboration, diversity of thought, and excellence.
By Yvonne Kelly October 27, 2025
Last Friday, the Keane McDonald team was delighted to join a wonderful group of recruiters — all members of Recruitment United — to support Eat Up Australia by making over 1,000 sandwiches for hungry Aussie kids. Across Australia, 1 in 4 students need an Eat Up lunch, and with the ongoing cost-of-living pressures, 77% of schools have reported an increase in students requiring free meals. To date, Eat Up Australia has provided more than 5 million free lunches to students nationwide — an incredible achievement that makes a real difference in young lives. We’re proud to have contributed to this initiative and to stand alongside others in our industry who share our commitment to supporting local communities. A heartfelt thank you to Pete Watson and Kym Kearney for bringing together such an inspiring group of people for this important cause.
By Yvonne Kelly September 8, 2025
Rianna specialises in the search and selection of junior solicitors and legal support staff for in-house and private practice opportunities in Ireland.  Before joining Keane McDonald, Rianna accumulated solid recruitment experience while based in Perth, Australia. Rianna has a deep understanding of the legal sector, enhancing her ability to match exceptional talent with the right opportunities. Rianna is highly driven, professional, accomplished and reliable with a strong motivation to deliver a superior standard of service discreetly. If you are looking to hire or for your next career move in the legal space reach out to Rianna at rmannering@keanemcdonald.com .
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