What Jobs are available for Solicitors in Ireland?

We are currently instructed on a number of opportunities with leading Offshore firms who are looking to expand their teams across the Caribbean and the Channel Island.

The opportunities we are working on range from newly qualified to 10PQE.

I am keen to hear from lawyers in the following practice areas: Corporate, Funds, Banking, Litigation and Private Client.

If you are looking to be involved in high value, multi-jurisdictional work then please get in touch.

At Hydrogen Group we have dedicated teams working on In-house and Private Practice opportunities in the UK alongside our International teams covering Middle East, Australia, Singapore, Hong Kong, Ireland and USA.

For more information or an informal chat please contact Rebekah Kent on or

About us

From day one, you'll notice there is something special about working at Davy. Our success is built on nearly 100 years of forging strong relationships with our clients and developing the careers of Ireland's future business leaders.

Established in 1926, the Davy Group sits at the heart of wealth and capital in Ireland, providing a broad range of services to high-net-worth individuals, self-directed investors, small-to-medium enterprises, credit unions, corporations, and domestic & international institutional investors.

Our culture is shaped around three values, which are at the heart of everything we do: client success, one Davy, and building a proud legacy. Sharing the same goals, we work together to deliver exceptional outcomes for our clients. As part of a team of over 900, you will be encouraged to learn and to grow, both professionally and personally.

About the role

An opportunity has arisen for a proactive, detail orientated, commercially minded solicitor to join our expanding and dynamic in-house legal team. This role offers exposure to a broad range of legal matters including litigation support, complaints management, data protection, corporate transactions, and general legal matters and will provide the successful candidate with an excellent opportunity to develop commercial legal experience within a fast-paced business environment. The successful candidate will work closely with senior members of the Davy legal team and collaborate with internal stakeholders across the business.In the role, the successful candidate will:

• Liaise with external counsel, manage case files, and support dispute resolution processes.
• Investigate and respond to client complaints including FSPO complaints in line with our regulatory obligations.
• Provide advice on data protection and privacy matters including supplier management and contracts (including advice on data transfers), breach responses, Data Privacy Impact Assessments, advice on data subject rights and AI governance and compliance.
• Assist with drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial contracts, NDAs, and general legal and corporate governance documents.
• Respond to ad hoc legal queries from internal departments within the business, offering clear and practical advice
• Conduct legal research and assist in identifying legal risks and mitigation strategies.

About you

We are looking for somebody who has the following background and skills:

• Qualified Solicitor in Ireland with 1–3 years post-qualification experience.

• Working knowledge of key legislative/regulatory requirements, including, but not limited to MiFID, the Consumer Protection Code, the Investment Intermediaries Act, the GDPR and the Data Protection Acts.

• Experience in corporate law, GDPR, litigation, and regulatory compliance preferred.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and work independently with sound judgment.
• Commercial awareness and a pragmatic approach to legal problem-solving.
• A commitment to quality with a strong attention to detail is extremely important to this role.
• A confident approach and an ability to communicate with a range of people including external advisors and senior management within the business.
• A team player, who can react positively to demanding challenges and tight deadlines, without loss of accuracy.

What we offer

We offer a range of benefits and experiences to support your professional and personal growth, whatever your career stage. Our benefits are not just a number. Yes, we offer competitive salary, annual performance-related discretionary bonus, annual flexible benefits, employer pension contribution, and multiple insurance coverage. But more than that, we focus on developing our people to be their best, professionally and personally.

Training support provided by award-winning Learning & Development Team, extensive sports & social programmes (including free on-site gym & fitness studio), flexible working options, employee assistance programme, enhanced leave options, and social & community care initiatives are just some of the ways our people can empower themselves to be their best.

Important Information

Davy is an equal opportunities employer, committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We value diversity in both background and experience, and even if you don't meet all of the requirements outlined in the job description, we still encourage you to apply. We review all applications received. As part of our commitment to creating an accessible environment, we want to ensure that everyone has an equal opportunity to participate in the interview process. If you require any reasonable accommodations, please let us know, and we will do our best to make the necessary arrangements.

Appointment to this role is subject to the candidate's eligibility to work in Ireland.

Where agency assistance is required, our Recruitment Team will engage directly with suppliers. Unsolicited CVs / profiles supplied to us by recruitment agencies will not be accepted for this role.

Davy Group is a member of the Bank of Ireland Group.

About the Company

Our client is a leading PLC
with global operations. The company operates across multiple sectors and markets, combining innovation, integrity, and operational excellence to deliver sustainable long-term growth.

As part of continued international expansion, the company is seeking to appoint a Legal Counsel to join its high-performing global Legal team. This is an exceptional opportunity to contribute to a major PLC with a broad international footprint and exposure to complex, cross-border legal work.

The Role

Reporting to the Head of Legal, the Legal Counsel will provide expert legal and strategic advice across a broad range of commercial, corporate, and regulatory matters. The successful candidate will work closely with senior business stakeholders, global functional teams, and external counsel to manage risk, ensure compliance, and support the company's commercial and strategic objectives.

This position offers significant responsibility and visibility within the organisation, as well as excellent scope for career progression within a global, fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide pragmatic legal advice on a wide range of commercial, corporate, and compliance issues across multiple jurisdictions.
• Draft, review, and negotiate international commercial contracts, including supply, distribution, partnership, and technology agreements.
• Support M&A activity, joint ventures, and strategic projects, including due diligence and transaction execution.
• Advise on corporate governance, listing, and disclosure obligations applicable to a PLC.
• Liaise with external counsel and coordinate local legal support where necessary.
• Monitor global legal and regulatory developments and assess potential business impacts.
• Support the implementation of global legal frameworks, templates, and compliance initiatives.
• Promote a strong culture of ethics, compliance, and corporate responsibility across the organisation.

Candidate Profile

• Qualified solicitor (Ireland or another common law jurisdiction) with a minimum of 5 years PQE.
• Background in corporate/commercial law, gained within a leading law firm and/or multinational in-house environment.
• Experience advising on cross-border transactions and international commercial arrangements.
• Exposure to public company governance and regulatory compliance preferred.
• Commercially astute with excellent drafting, analytical, and stakeholder management skills.
• Comfortable operating in a complex, fast-paced, and multicultural business environment.
• Proactive, collaborative, and solutions-oriented.
• Willingness to travel occasionally as required.

For a confidential discussion or to apply, please contact Patricia McCarthy by phone or email on or

Aviva Ireland have a new vacancy for a Legal Counsel for a
12-month fixed term contract
who will provide integrated in-house regulatory and governance legal advice to our Life & Pensions business in Ireland.

This position lies in a busy and strategically important team which delivers first class legal advice and manages diverse client relationships across the UK and Irish business divisions.

You will be joining a committed and collaborative team in Dublin, reporting to the Head of Legal at Aviva Life and Pensions Ireland DAC.

What will be your duties & responsibilities?

• Providing legal advice with support as required to various business units
• Assist the Head of Legal and wider legal team with identification and prudent management of legal, regulatory and reputational risk with a particular focus on project work
• Provision of general legal advice and assistance in relation to (new) business initiatives, programmes, services and products as required

What skills & experience are we looking for?

• Relevant post-qualifying experienced PQE previous in-house experience in a Financial Services/Regulatory environment or large private practice. Ideal candidate will have insurance experience but familiarity with regulatory landscape required.
• Pensions experience whilst advantageous is not compulsory, project experience is ideal.
• Strong personal presence with excellent interpersonal skills
• Proven ability to influence effectively, build business relationships and gain the trust of senior executives
• Clear critical thinking underpinned by strong commercial acumen
• Excellent drafting and negotiation skills, proven effectiveness at managing contract negotiations from inception to close

What will you get for this role?

• Competitive market leading salary depending on skills, experience, and qualifications.
• Generous pension (employee contribution matching of up to 14% if you contribute 8%)
• Annual performance related bonus and pay review.
• Holiday allowance of 29 days plus bank holidays, and the option to buy/sell up to 5 additional days.
• Generous Health & dental insurance contributions after six months
• Aviva Matching Share Plan and Save As You Earn scheme and Approved Profit Share Scheme
• Cycle to Work benefit scheme.
• TaxSaver Travel Scheme
• Family friendly parent's (matching paternity and maternity leave) and carer's leave.
• Up to 40% discount for some Aviva products plus discounts for Friends and Family
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Volunteering days
• Professional qualification support and transparent career progression plans

Aviva is for Everyone

Our diversity and inclusion policies and initiatives are shaping an environment where everyone feels welcome regardless of age, disability, race, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, religion, culture, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, pregnancy, maternity or those with other caring responsibilities. Our approach helps to ensure that Aviva is a place which values difference and provides equal opportunities for all.

We flex locations, hours and working patterns to suit our customers, business, and you. Most of our people are smart working – spending around 50% of their time in our offices every week - combining the benefits of flexibility, with time together with colleagues. We prefer all applications to be submitted online, however if you require an alternative method of applying, please contact

Legal Counsel – Commercial
Location: Dublin (EY Hybrid)

Available for Work Visa Sponsorship: No

Business Area: UKI Core Business Services Legal

Contract Type: Full-Time – Permanent

Who are we?
EY is a global leader in Assurance, Tax, Transaction and Advisory services. We make a difference by helping our people, our clients and our wider communities achieve their potential. Our vision is to become the leading global professional services organisation by building a better working world.

At EY our inclusive work environment means that everyone's opinion is valued. This enables us to provide better advice and ideas to our clients, which in turn helps you develop as an individual to achieve your potential and make a difference.

The EY Ireland Legal team is well established and highly regarded within EY. The Irish team is headed by the firm's General Counsel and forms part of a wider Legal or GCO (General Counsel's Office) group in UK and Ireland and the Global legal function. The team is situated at the Head Office of the firm at Harcourt Centre, Harcourt Street, Dublin. EY Legal team enjoy a varied and challenging workload and is responsible for providing legal advice and guidance across EY's business in Ireland.

About The Position
We are looking for a Commercial Legal Counsel to join our high performing and ambitious in-house legal team. Our team benefits from a diverse and challenging workload supporting those at all levels within our business teams with pragmatic, adaptable, solution-orientated and commercial legal advice.

Your key responsibilities:
The work within the EY Ireland Legal team is highly varied and covers all legal issues arising from the running of a professional services business. Much of the legal work is at the cutting edge of business practice as the firm constantly finds innovative ways to help our clients' businesses.

This in-house role includes:

Commercial:

• Advising on, drafting and negotiating client contracts, such as engagement agreements Master Services Agreements and Global Framework Agreements with our clients as well as other complex contractual arrangements pursuant to which we provide an ever more diverse range of services
• Technology, Software and Licensing agreements
• Advising on intellectual property matters
• Subcontracts, where EY is subcontractor
• Collaboration agreements
• Managed services and outsourcing agreements
• Government and public sector agreements
• Advising on tenders and RFP responses
• Advising on, drafting and negotiating contracts with suppliers

Regulatory:

• Advising on data privacy, AI, DORA and regulatory matters.

General:

• Providing legal advice to the firm's service lines and its other internal support functions such as real estate and facilities, procurement, finance, HR, IT, knowledge and marketing, providing training and guidance to service line colleagues on legal and contractual issues, developing contract templates, policies and guidance and the opportunity to be the legal lead on firm-wide projects.

What we look for:
The successful candidate will have:

• An excellent academic record.
• Strong team player with excellent negotiation and communication skills.
• Enthusiastic and positive attitude.
• A self-starter, adept at responding promptly/juggling deadlines who actively looks to build relationships based on trust and confidence.
• Demonstrable commitment to the attributes of our highest performing teams – focus on results, accepts accountability, committed, embraces healthy conflict, builds trust.
• Keeps calm and copes well with conflicting and ever-changing deadlines.
• Ability to lead, provide a view, take responsibility and ownership of issues, including an ability to take difficult decisions and provide substantiated arguments.
• Commercial awareness of the business issues facing us as we evolve, coupled with an active desire to get alongside our business, scanning the horizon for new service offerings to provide legal insight and support.

An ability to practice law in Ireland is a requirement. Practicing certificate costs will be met by the firm.

To qualify for the role you must have

• Approximately 5 or more years of post-qualification experience.
• Significant experience gained either in a reputable law firm and/or in-house.
• Ability to provide practical legal advice and support with a high degree of professionalism in a fast-paced environment and to establish a high degree of credibility, respect, and trust at all levels.

What We Look For
We're looking for someone who's curious, adaptable, and purpose-driven. You'll thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy solving problems, and be eager to make a difference. You'll bring a fresh perspective, a collaborative spirit, and a commitment to helping others grow.

What We Offer You
At EY, we're building the workplace of the future — one that's inclusive, flexible, and focused on growth. You'll have the opportunity to work with inspiring leaders, access continuous learning, and be part of a culture that values your ideas and supports your ambitions. From hybrid working to career development, we're here to help you succeed.

Inclusion & Diversity
We hold a collective commitment to foster an environment where all differences are valued and respected, practices are equitable and everyone experiences a sense of belonging: Inclusion, diversity, and equity are part of who we are at EY. We believe that the highest-performing teams maximize the power of different perspectives and backgrounds. These teams are both diverse and inclusive and are willing to invite and learn from other perspectives. Our ability to include various viewpoints into our mindsets, behaviours and operations is fundamental to driving innovation, building strong relationships, and delivering the best solutions for our clients.

We recognise the strength that comes from having a diverse workforce and building a culture where we support all our people to achieve their potential.

You'll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.

As an equal opportunities' employer, we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. Reasonable accommodations are offered at every stage of our recruitment process.

To help create an equitable and inclusive experience during the recruitment process, please inform us as soon as possible about any disability-related adjustments or accommodations you may need.

Are you ready to shape your future with confidence? Apply today.
IMPORTANT: Where Agency assistance is required, our Talent Team will engage directly with suppliers. CVs / Profiles should not be shared directly with Hiring Managers. Unsolicited CVs / Profiles supplied to EY by Recruitment Agencies will not be accepted for this role.

Legal Counsel

Glanbia

Join this dynamic team focused on delivering better nutrition for every step of life's journey

The Opportunity

An opportunity has arisen for a Legal Counsel position on the Glanbia Group Legal team based in Citywest, Dublin or Kilkenny City reporting to the General Counsel. You will work closely with the business to reduce legal risks and improve commercial position through negotiation of legal agreements, managing legal disputes and advising on compliance with legal requirements.

This is a permanent opportunity reporting into the General Counsel.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic legal advice and commercial guidance on a broad range of legal and contractual issues in a dynamic international environment
• Review, draft and negotiate strategic legal agreements (including for the manufacture, development, supply, and distribution of products, vendor contracts for procurement and outsourcing of services and IT solutions). Advise on enforcement of contractual terms around termination, exclusivity, restrictive covenants and potential warranty / indemnity claims
• Identify risks and provide practical legal advice on a broad range of areas including data protection/privacy, intellectual property, competition law, anti-money laundering and some employment / HR related matters
• Manage and oversee any legal disputes, litigation, working closely with external legal counsel as necessary
• Assist in managing the Group's intellectual property portfolio, including trademarks and patents. Advise on ownership, use and potential infringement activities
• Participate in corporate M&A work including legal due diligence, drafting and negotiating purchase contracts, advising on integration issues post completion
• Advise on legal aspects of on-going Project Work relating to business integration, rationalisation and optimisation
• Assist with on-going updates to Glanbia company policies and provide training to internal business units

The Skills you will bring to the team

• Law or Business Degree with a Professional Legal Qualification (Solicitor or international equivalent)
• 5 years PQE either in a large / mid tier firm or in-house in a multi-national business
• Have strong drafting, negotiating and communication skills
• Have solid experience in commercial law gained in a fast paced dynamic environment, previous experience in a multinational corporation would be an advantage
• Commercial Litigation experience is desirable
• Intellectual Property experience is also desirable
• Be able to work on own initiative and be motivated to deliver the legal department's value added agenda
• Be able to multi-task and use a systematic and analytical approach to identifying issues and problem solving with the ability to prioritise tasks effectively.

If you think you have what it takes, but don't necessarily meet every single point on the job description, please apply

Where and how you will work

The opportunity will be based inDublin with hybrid working arrangements available through our Smart working model which allows you a greater choice in how you work and live, giving you a better work-life balance.

What we would like to offer you

The opportunity to develop your career on a global stage, continuous learning through an on-demand learning platform, and acompetitive compensation package including staff discounts, generous family leave policy, health & dental plan, competitive salary.

About Glanbia

The Glanbia Group comprises three divisions: Glanbia Performance Nutrition, Glanbia Nutritional's, and Joint Ventures. Collectively and with our partners we offer an incredible breadth of expertise in nutrition. We employ a team of 6,000 people, work with global food and beverage companies, and sell our award-winning and market-leading products in 130 countries worldwide.

At Glanbia, we celebrate diversity, because we know that our individual strengths make us stronger together. We welcome and encourage interest from a variety of candidates, we will give your application consideration, without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, or disability status.

At Glanbia, our culture celebrates individuality, knowing that together we are more.

About Revolut

People deserve more from their money. More visibility, more control, and more freedom. Since 2015, Revolut has been on a mission to deliver just that. Our powerhouse of products — including spending, saving, investing, exchanging, travelling, and more — help our 65+ million customers get more from their money every day.

As we continue our lightning-fast growth, 2 things are essential to our success: our people and our culture. In recognition of our outstanding employee experience, we've been certified as a Great Place to Work. So far, we have 10,000+ people working around the world, from our offices and remotely, to help us achieve our mission. And we're looking for more brilliant people. People who love building great products, redefining success, and turning the complexity of a chaotic world into the simplicity of a beautiful solution.

About the role

The Legal team turns complexity into clarity by partnering with teams across Revolut to provide sharp, practical advice that helps the business move fast while staying protected. From structuring credit programmes to navigating new markets, the Legal team ensures growth is secure, compliant, and built for the long term.

We're looking for a Legal Counsel (12-month FTC) to handle incoming customer complaints for external dispute resolution platforms. You'll work on early stages of litigation, pre-action letters, and responses to claims. In addition, you'll provide day-to-day legal advice as a business partner to key stakeholders.

Up to shape what's next in finance? Let's get in touch.

What you'll be doing

• Running internal fact-finding investigations
• Handling external dispute resolution complaints in accordance with local laws and regulations
• Representing Revolut before external dispute resolution forums
• Working on early-stage or less complex litigation, such as pre-action letters, responses to claims, and case reviews
• Assisting the Disputes team and Legal Counsels working at Revolut EEA branches with ad hoc work and advice
• Identifying, analysing, and resolving issues, and helping to implement team and company-wide improvements
• Analysing case outcomes to identify points of improvement to remediate them
• Setting up and optimising internal procedures
• Contributing to a culture where fair treatment of customers is a priority
• Seeking to go above and beyond the role by taking real ownership of problems, policies, or procedures from end to end
• Cooperating closely with other departments during case investigations

What you'll need

• A bachelor's degree in law or equivalent in Ireland
• Legal experience as a private-practice lawyer dealing with financial services
• Fluency in English with exceptional communication and writing skills
• An analytical mindset to investigate and get to the root of a problem
• To be resourceful to know where and how to obtain relevant information
• Strategic thinking skills to know when and how to best utilise means of redress (e.g., refunds and negotiations)
• Solid problem-solving skills to use analysis and resources efficiently to resolve complex cases
• Great attention to detail
• The ability to excel both independently and in a team environment
• An ability to work in fast-paced environments and make sound judgements under tight deadlines

Nice to have

• A solicitor's qualification in Ireland
• Fluency in any other European language
• In-house experience
• Experience in all stages of litigation, alternative dispute resolution, and regulatory matters

Building a global financial super app isn't enough. Our Revoluters are a priority, and that's why in 2021 we launched our inaugural D&I Framework, designed to help us thrive and grow everyday. We're not just doing this because it's the right thing to do. We're doing it because we know that seeking out diverse talent and creating an inclusive workplace is the way to create exceptional, innovative products and services for our customers. That's why we encourage applications from people with diverse backgrounds and experiences to join this multicultural, hard-working team.

Important notice for candidates:

Job scams are on the rise. Please keep these guidelines in mind when applying for any open roles.

• Only apply through official Revolut channels. We don't use any third-party services or platforms for our recruitment.
• Always double-check the emails you receive. Make sure all communications are being done through official Revolut emails, with an domain.

We won't ask for payment or personal financial information during the hiring process. If anyone does ask you for this, it's a scam. Report it immediately.

By submitting this application, I confirm that all the information given by me in this application for employment and any additional documents attached hereto are true to the best of my knowledge and that I have not wilfully suppressed any material fact. I confirm I have disclosed if applicable any previous employment with Revolut. I accept that if any of the information given by me in this application is in any way false or incorrect, my application may be rejected, any offer of employment may be withdrawn or my employment with Revolut may be terminated summarily or I may be dismissed. By submitting this application, I agree that my personal data will be processed in accordance with Revolut's Candidate Privacy Notice

Notice: This is a remote position based in Ireland.

About the Company

Our client is one of Ireland's largest FMCG exporter of products with annualised sales of €3.4bn. It is a global business with over 2,900 employees across 10 business units and 13 production facilities.

With ambitious growth plans, it is seeking to appoint a
Legal Counsel
to play a pivotal role in supporting both its UK and European operations.

The Opportunity

This is an exciting role for a
5+ PQE lawyer
with strong commercial experience, ideally gained in FMCG, food or beverage. Reporting into the
Head of Legal in Dublin
, you will be a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders, shaping the legal framework of a fast-moving international business.

You will:

• Act as the first point of contact for all UK legal matters, advising on commercial agreements, marketing initiatives and regulatory compliance.
• Draft, review and negotiate a broad range of contracts including sales, distribution, sponsorship, procurement, logistics and digital services.
• Advise on marketing and promotional activities, working closely with regulatory and IP colleagues.
• Lead on compliance initiatives across sustainability, data privacy, competition, anti-bribery and cyber security.
• Manage disputes, litigation and settlements, liaising with external counsel where required.
• Proactively identify risks and guide colleagues with practical, business-oriented solutions.

About You

The successful candidate will bring:

• 5+ years' PQE
  with a strong commercial contracts background.
• Previous in-house experience, ideally within FMCG or food & beverage.
• Intellectual property experience (preferred but not essential).
• A collaborative, commercially-minded approach with strong influencing and communication skills.
• Ability to work autonomously, prioritise a diverse workload, and partner effectively with functions including marketing, innovation, procurement and sustainability.

Why Apply?

• Exposure to both Irish/UK and international legal matters across two high-profile divisions.
• Hybrid working model – 3 days in the Dublin office with flexibility on hours.
• Be part of a supportive, ambitious and growing international legal team.

Legal Counsel

Dublin | Hybrid (3 days in office)

I'm recruiting on behalf of an
international banking client
who is seeking a
Legal Counsel
to join their Dublin office. This is a fantastic opportunity for a commercially minded lawyer to step into a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment and work on high-quality international matters.

The Role

You'll provide legal support across banking, regulatory, and cross-border transactions — advising senior stakeholders, drafting and negotiating contracts, and managing external counsel.

What we're looking for

• Qualified lawyer with
  3+ years' PQE
• Large firm or international practice training
• Expertise in banking & financial services law
• Strong cross-border experience
• Able to work independently and take initiative.

Why apply?

• Join a growing international bank
• Exposure to complex, international legal work
• Hybrid working (3 days in Dublin office)
• Competitive salary + benefits

If you're a pragmatic, solutions-driven lawyer ready for your next challenge, I'd love to have a confidential conversation.