Job Description
Planning & Environmental Solicitor
Description:
We are hiring for our client, a leading full-service law firm in Dublin, seeking a talented Planning & Environmental Solicitor to join their growing team. This is an exciting opportunity to work on high-profile and complex development projects across Ireland and the UK, including offshore and onshore energy, infrastructure, real estate, data centres, life sciences, and social housing.
Top 3 Things to Know About This Job:
1️⃣ Exposure to a broad range of high-value planning and environmental matters.
2️⃣ Work on complex, multi-jurisdictional projects with a market-leading team.
3️⃣ Clear career progression with opportunities to develop client-facing and business development skills.
The Role:
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Provide strategic planning advice and pre-application support.
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Advise on environmental impact assessments, permitting, and statutory compliance.
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Support acquisitions, corporate and real estate transactions with planning expertise.
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Handle contentious matters including planning appeals, judicial reviews, and High Court proceedings.
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Collaborate across practice groups and assist with mentoring junior lawyers.
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Participate in business development initiatives, training, and knowledge-sharing.
The Person:
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Qualified solicitor with strong experience in planning and environmental law.
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3+ years PQE up to senior level, looking to develop expertise in complex projects.
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Excellent analytical, drafting, and client management skills.
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Commercially minded with a proactive approach to problem-solving.
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Enthusiastic about business development and contributing to team growth.
The Rewards:
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Competitive salary and benefits package.
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Hybrid working opportunities for work-life balance.
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Supportive, collaborative team culture with training and development initiatives.
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Exposure to prestigious, high-value clients and projects.
Next Steps:
For further information and to apply for this Planning & Environmental Solicitor role, please contact Amy Davis.
