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 Mia Barry August 21, 2026
An international law firm with a significant and growing presence in Dublin is seeking an ambitious Litigation Partner who is seeking an opportunity to move their practice to a better and more lucrative platform. This is a great opportunity to join the firm at an exciting stage of its growth. Complex and high value disputes are part of its core business and a key growth area both locally and internationally. For a partner with an entrepreneurial mindset and a strong reputation in the disputes market, this role offers the chance to build something distinctive with the full support of an internationally recognised firm. The successful candidate will be: • An established Commercial Litigation Partner with proven experience and success from a top practice. • Experienced in handling complex and large scale disputes across a variety of sectors and matters. • You will be confident in your ability and following. • Commercially minded with a proven ability to build and maintain strong client relationships. • Collaborative in approach and keen to work alongside others and wider international network. Mia Barry, Recruitment Director with Keane McDonald will be delighted to discuss this opportunity in more detail with you if you are open to a discreet chat – all in strictest confidence. She will also be able to give you a general overview of the market in your area of practice and give advice around remuneration and steps ahead if you decided to engage further. You can contact Mia via email mbarry@keanemcdonald.com or call 0876021890 or message on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/miabarryexecutiverecruiter/
By Mia Barry August 21, 2026
This is a rare opportunity to join a dynamic, collaborative team offering sophisticated legal solutions across the full property life cycle—from acquisitions and disposals, development deals, leasing, real estate finance, and corporate real estate transactions
By Mia Barry August 21, 2026
An international law firm in Dublin is interested in speaking with a successful senior Real Estate Partner who is keen to move their practice to a better platform.
By Mia Barry August 21, 2026
An international firm is seeking a Commercial Litigation lawyer to join their outstanding Dispute Resolution practice. This firm is on an exciting growth trajectory both in Dublin and world wide. They take great care of its people offering a high level of mentorship and support in a modern environment.
By 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. The role will provide significant client contact and the opportunity to take ownership of matters while working alongside experienced lawyers.
By Mia Barry August 20, 2026
A growing international firm in Dublin is seeking to welcome a senior employment lawyer to its expanding team.This is a great opportunity for an ambitious lawyer who would like to get involved with interesting and challenging employment work on an international platform.
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We offer unparalleled career opportunities with a proven track record, as well as for commercially experienced individuals

Law Firm HR Consulting

We offer specialist outsourced law firm HR Consulting services and in-house legal team advice and restructuring

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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

Discover Our Top Legal Opportunities This August
By Barbara Blask August 4, 2026
Discover Our Top Legal Opportunities This August
By Yvonne Kelly June 23, 2026
The Australian Legal Market in 2026: What You Need to Know
By Yvonne Kelly May 27, 2026
Keane McDonald’s 2026 Irish Legal Salary Guide is now available. Built on 21 years of market experience, it covers the latest salary benchmarks and hiring trends across Private Practice, In-house Legal and Company Secretarial roles.
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