Commercial Real Estate & Planning Solicitor (Lead)
Kildare | Full-time | Permanent | Hybrid Working
Our client is seeking a Commercial Real Estate & Planning Solicitor (Lead) to oversee legal aspects of property, planning, and environmental matters across large-scale infrastructure and renewable energy projects. This is a senior role with responsibility for leading legal workstreams and supporting strategic project delivery.
What you'll be doing:
* Leading property and planning legal workstreams across major projects
* Overseeing title registration and land portfolio management
* Managing complex real estate transactions and securing land rights
* Providing expert advice on planning, environmental, and regulatory matters
* Leading due diligence across projects, transactions, and joint ventures
* Managing disputes, litigation, and judicial review processes
* Collaborating with internal teams and external advisors to deliver projects
* Supporting governance, compliance, and risk management
What we're looking for:
* Qualified Solicitor or Barrister in Ireland
* 6+ years' post-qualification experience
* Strong background in commercial property, planning, and environmental law
* Experience in large-scale infrastructure or renewable energy projects
* Proven leadership and stakeholder management skills
* Strong commercial awareness and ability to balance legal risk
What's on offer:
* Competitive salary
* Hybrid working
* Bonus scheme
* Generous annual leave + bank holidays
* Pension contribution
* Healthcare support
* Leadership role on high-profile projects
* Broad exposure across legal, commercial, and strategic workstreams
* Opportunity to influence major infrastructure developments