About the Firm
Our client, a leading international law firm, is seeking an experienced and ambitious Planning & Environment Partner to join their Dublin office. This is a rare opportunity to establish and lead a specialist practice, working alongside a highly regarded Construction and Real Estate team along with international colleagues. The role offers significant client interaction, involvement in high-profile projects, and the chance to shape the growth of a dynamic practice.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide strategic legal advice on regulatory consents and consenting processes under various Irish regulatory regimes.
- Advise clients on planning permissions, environmental impact assessments, judicial reviews, and broader planning and environmental law matters.
- Work closely with developers, investors, public sector bodies, and major players in the energy sector to deliver commercial and innovative solutions.
- Collaborate with international colleagues across multiple offices to ensure seamless delivery of legal services.
- Lead business development initiatives, fostering relationships with new and existing clients.
- Mentor and supervise junior team members, supporting their professional development.
Candidate Requirements:
- A minimum of 5 years’ experience in planning and consenting law, with a strong track record of delivering strategic legal advice.
- Excellent knowledge of Irish planning and environmental law.
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to mentor and develop junior lawyers.
- A client-focused, solutions-driven mindset with a commitment to delivering top-tier legal services.
- Outstanding communication, analytical, and organizational skills.
- A proactive and commercially aware approach, staying ahead of industry trends and regulatory developments.
What’s on Offer?
- The opportunity to establish and lead a specialist planning and consenting practice within a global law firm.
- A collaborative, diverse, and innovative work environment.
- Significant client exposure, working on high-profile projects in real estate, transport, energy, and corporate sectors.
- Competitive remuneration and a comprehensive benefits package.
How to Apply
If you are a driven Planning & Environment Partner looking to take the next step in your career, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV to [email protected] or call +353 83 3962899 for a confidential discussion.