Specialists in International Legal Recruitment

This is a newly created role to join a globally recognised leader in Intellectual Property law. An exciting opportunity to advise clients in innovation-led sectors on complex IP matters, you will work with an international team on high-profile work across patents, trademarks, designs, copyright and data rights. Responsibilities: Advise on multi-jurisdictional IP strategy, risk and emerging technologies, including AI. Support the development of the IP practice and the expansion of the Dublin office. Deliver commercial, solutions-focused advice. Engage in business development and cross-border collaboration, including short-term secondments. The firm offers excellent career development and a supportive environment. You will be part of a global network of colleagues and clients where collaboration is the norm. 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.

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.

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.

We are excited to support our client, a top international law firm, which is seeking a highly organised and proactive Practice Executive / PA. This role is fast-paced and varied, requiring someone with strong administrative skills, attention to detail, and the ability to build strong relationships. Responsibilities: You will provide key support in managing diaries, coordinating travel, and handling client and case administration. Your role will also involve assisting with business development, marketing initiatives, and practice management duties to ensure seamless day-to-day operations. About You: You have experience in legal administration, ideally within employment or other legal practice areas. A natural problem-solver, you thrive in a busy environment, can juggle multiple priorities, and work effectively with colleagues at all levels. Strong communication skills, discretion, and a proactive mindset are essential. You’re also tech-savvy, adaptable, and eager to grow within the role. If you’re looking for a role where no two days are the same and want to be part of a supportive and collaborative team, this could be perfect opportunity for you. To find out more about this opportunity, please Malwina Kempa in strict confidence on +353 87427 8751 or send you CV to mkempa@keanemcdonald.com . Discretion is assured.

Market leading firm with a personable and down to earth culture in a modern and friendly working environment is seeking to welcome an Employment Associate to their outstanding and top ranked team. This firm is renowned not only for providing market leading advice and support to its clients all over the world, but they also take great care of its people offering a high level of mentorship and support. They are also very advanced on progressive policies like agile working rewarding them with high staff retention rates. You will be part of one of the largest employment practice groups in the country which gives innovative and commercial solutions to complex HR issues at the very highest level. You will get an opportunity to work across this collaborative team and work with in-house counsel, HR, senior management and corporate boards on a range of matters with both national and international clients. You will be a qualified Solicitor (in Ireland or England & Wales) with ideally 3+ years’ PQE as an Employment solicitor in a leading Irish or international corporate law firm. You will have experience both working in teams and in managing components of transactions independently. You will have excellent communication and presentation skills and have a warm and personable manner and a natural flair for business development. This role will suit a proactive lawyer, with a strong business sense and the ability to effectively manage internal and external client relationships. The firm invest in you both by offering market leading remuneration and benefits and also outstanding training and development programmes for all levels. Interested applicants should contact Mia Barry in strict confidence on +353 87 6021890 or email mbarry@keanemcdonald.com . Absolute discretion is assured. If you would like to keep up to date with the very latest Legal Jobs in Dublin click HERE

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