A major international law firm is seeking an Employment Associate/Senior Associate in Dublin. This role involves advising clients on intricate employment law matters and managing complex cases. Ideal candidates will have 3–6 years PQE, strong skills in contentions and non-contentious issues, and a drive for career progression towards partnership. The firm offers a collaborative culture and excellent work-life balance. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Employment Associate / Senior Associate (3‑6 PQE) 5 days ago – Be among the first 25 applicants. This range is provided by Spencer Lennox. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience – talk with your recruiter to learn more. Base pay range Direct message the job poster from Spencer Lennox. Legal Recruiter, Founder & Director at Spencer Lennox This is an exceptional opportunity for an ambitious employment law solicitor (3–6 PQE) to join the growing Dublin office of a major international firm with one of the world’s largest employment practices . The team advises leading global and domestic clients on the full spectrum of employment law, from complex cross‑border restructurings and investigations to day‑to‑day HR advisory. With access to a global client base and a clear pathway to partnership (18–36 months for the right candidate), this role offers both challenge and progression in equal measure. Responsibilities Advise international and domestic clients on all aspects of employment law, including advisory, contentious, and transactional matters. Manage complex WRC and Labour Court cases, including discrimination, whistleblowing, and equal pay claims. Support multi‑jurisdictional projects such as reorganisations, outsourcing, and cross‑border M&A. Collaborate with global colleagues on shared clients and multi‑country mandates. Mentor junior lawyers and contribute to team growth and development. Why Join This Team? Be part of a global employment law network of 450+ lawyers across 54 offices. Work on high‑value, international mandates for market‑leading clients across technology, life sciences, financial services and more. Join a collaborative, forward‑thinking culture that values inclusion, flexibility, and innovation. Enjoy a genuine work‑life balance and access to structured learning, mentoring, and global secondment opportunities. Benefit from a clear partnership track – achievable within 18‑36 months for the right candidate. Candidate Profile 3–6 years’ PQE as an employment law solicitor, ideally gained in a large or mid‑size firm in Ireland, London, or another common‑law jurisdiction. Strong experience in contentious and non‑contentious employment law matters. Proven ability to manage complex workloads and competing client demands. Excellent communication, drafting, and negotiation skills. Commercially minded, collaborative, and motivated to grow within a top‑tier international platform. This is a career‑defining opportunity for a talented employment lawyer seeking a high‑profile international platform, an excellent pipeline of work, and a genuine path to partnership. If this sounds like something you would like to learn more about, please contact Bryan Durkan, or apply via the link below today. All conversations with, and applications through, Spencer Lennox are strictly confidential. Seniority level Associate Employment type Full‑time Job function Legal Industries Legal Services and Law Practice Location Dublin, County Dublin, Ireland #J-18808-Ljbffr
Job Summary Our client, one of Ireland’s premier law firms , seeks to appoint an ambitious solicitor to its tier one Corporate M&A Department . In joining this team you will advise on high-profile domestic and international M&A transactions, working with leading corporates, private equity, and financial institutions on complex and innovative deals shaping the Irish and global business landscape. This is a career‑making opportunity for an ambitious M&A solicitor who has gained 1–5 years’ PQE with a large or mid‑sized law firm in Ireland or the London market. Responsibilities Advise on the full range of corporate M&A matters, including mergers, acquisitions, disposals, joint ventures, restructurings, IPOs, and equity capital markets. Work with Irish and international corporates on cross‑border transactions and inward investment projects. Draft and negotiate key corporate documents with precision and commercial insight. Collaborate with colleagues across practice areas to deliver integrated client solutions. Build strong relationships with clients, supporting both transactional and long‑term strategic needs. Why Join This Team? Be part of a market‑leading corporate group with an unrivalled track record in major M&A deals. Work on complex, high‑value transactions with global and domestic impact. Benefit from a comprehensive legal training and career development programme. Join a collaborative, innovative and supportive team culture in one of Dublin’s most dynamic firms. Enjoy a culture that blends ambition with balance : a 1,450 target‑hour environment, overseas working options, a best‑in‑class hybrid working model, and standout leadership. Access real career development – almost 50 partner promotions over the last five years, and a clear 18‑month process. Market leading salary and benefits. Candidate Profile 1–5 years’ PQE as a corporate M&A solicitor, gained at a large or mid‑sized law firm in Ireland, London, or another Common Law jurisdiction. Strong technical knowledge of M&A and general corporate law. Excellent drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills. Commercially astute with the ability to deliver practical, business‑focused advice. Ambitious, client‑focused, and eager to contribute to a top‑tier corporate practice. This is a career‑defining opportunity for a talented corporate M&A lawyer to join a firm at the forefront of the Irish and international deal market. If this sounds like something you would like to learn more about, please contact Bryan Durkan. All conversations with, and applications through, Spencer Lennox are strictly confidential. #J-18808-Ljbffr
