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An outstanding opportunity has arisen for a Corporate Associate to join a high profile Dublin team operating at the forefront of M&A, venture capital and corporate finance. This role is ideally suited to a commercially minded lawyer with 2–6 years’ PQE.

A large firm with a friendly and informal working atmosphere is seeking an experienced Public and Regulatory solicitor to join them at Senior Associate level. This is a rare and exciting opportunity for someone to join their top tier team to further your career!

At Keane McDonald we have specialised in legal recruitment for the past 21 years, making us one of the most established legal search firms in the Dublin market. We have developed a deep knowledge of the private practice landscape and we have earned a reputation for being discreet. If you are a Partner and considering your options you may be interested in speaking with us. Our Commercial Director, Mia Barry, looks after Partner level hires at Keane McDonald. With over 20 years’ recruitment experience, she is a trusted leader in the market and has the connections and insights to offer a helping hand with your potential move, handled with utmost discretion. Mia can give you an overview of the market, an idea about remuneration structures and she has the experience to safely guide you through the process of interviews and business plans required to make the move. You will have nurtured your career carefully to this stage and a move now, weather you have recently made a Partner or is on Equity, is important and you will want all the necessary information to ensure you make the right decision. To arrange a discreet chat over the phone, or a coffee in person, please contact Mia Barry in strict confidence on +353 87 6021890 or mbarry@keanemcdonald.com . Absolute discretion is assured.

We are working with a leading global law firm to recruit a Corporate Senior Associate to join its innovative and expanding Corporate team in Ireland. With a strong international footprint spanning more than 30 offices worldwide, this firm offers the opportunity to work on high-profile, cross-border transactions while building a long-term career within a market-leading practice. The Team The Corporate group advises investors, companies and management teams on venture capital, private equity, M&A, JVs, corporate restructurings and equity capital markets. The practice is particularly active in the technology, life sciences and healthcare sectors and is well known for its cross-border deal flow, working closely with colleagues across key global hubs including Silicon Valley, London, Berlin, Paris and Amsterdam. The Role This role will involve advising clients across all stages of the corporate lifecycle, from early-stage funding through to exits. You will work with a diverse client base including early-stage and growth investors, leading international venture capital firms, corporate investors, sovereign wealth funds and high-growth companies. The position offers significant client exposure, responsibility for running transactions and the opportunity to collaborate internationally on complex, high-value matters. The Ideal Candidate You will have strong general corporate experience gained in a top-tier Irish, UK or international firm, with exposure to M&A, VC and PE transactions. Experience advising on exits, growth funding rounds, start-ups, incentivisation structures and related tax considerations is highly desirable. You will be commercially minded, technically strong and confident managing transactions with appropriate partner and team support. Why Join? Along with a competitive remuneration package and extensive benefits, the firm offers excellent career progression, a well-defined path to partnership, high-quality mentoring, and a collaborative, inclusive culture.  Interested applicants should contact Mared Roberts in strict confidence on +353 1 6392924 or send your CV to mroberts@keanemcdonald.com . Absolute discretion is assured.

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an Associate or Senior Associate to join the Data Protection & Privacy team of a leading European law firm, recognised for its market-leading expertise and highly commercial approach.

Banking & Finance Associate - Global Law Firm | Dublin Global law firm Domestic & International transactions Collaborative team & career growth Funds Knowledge Lawyer Non-fee earning role with flexible days Top tier environment Excellent package Real Estate Senior Associate 4+ PQE Clear communicative firm with hybrid working Tier one practice Technology Lawyer | Ireland European network Data Privacy, Cyber, Digital Reg & AI Sophisticated cross-border projects Competition and Regulation Lawyers | Ireland High-profile, complex competition matters Merger Control & Regulatory Irish and EU work Environment & Planning Senior Associate 4+ PQE A high-quality and varied workload Direct exposure to partners and key clients For more information, contact our Commercial Directors: 📩 Mia - mbarry@keanemcdonald.com  📩 Mared - mroberts@keanemcdonald.com Absolute discretion is assured.

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