Commercial Property Solicitor - In House

We are very honoured to be partnering with a leading organisation in an ever-growing, future-focused sector - one that continues to experience sustained growth and increasing demand year after year.
As part of their continued expansion, this forward-thinking business is seeking to appoint an In-House Commercial Property Solicitor, offering a rare and exciting opportunity for a Republic of Ireland-qualified solicitor to step into a high-impact legal role within a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
This position offers the chance to work across a wide range of real estate matters, gain unique in-house experience, and contribute directly to the strategic growth of a company at the forefront of its industry.

In this role, you will play a central part in the efficient delivery of legal services related to Irish real estate law. Key responsibilities include:

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  Managing a busy and varied caseload of commercial property matters
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  Carrying out legal due diligence, title reviews, and property searches
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  Drafting, negotiating, and completing leases, licences, option agreements, and related legal documents
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  Ensuring the company's real estate dealings are fully compliant with all relevant laws, regulations, and best practices
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  Monitoring legal developments and keeping the wider team updated on changes in legislation and case law
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  Collaborating with and instructing external legal advisors as needed
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  Maintaining strong working relationships across internal teams and external partners through proactive communication and timely updates
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  Providing general legal support to the business across commercial contracts, NDAs, construction agreements, and company policies
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  Offering clear legal feedback to management and stakeholders when required

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  A qualified solicitor in the Republic of Ireland, with at least 3 years' post-qualification experience
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  Strong experience in commercial property law within the ROI
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  Demonstrated ability to draft and negotiate a wide range of property-related legal documents, particularly leases
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  A proven track record of independently managing a caseload, with good judgment on when to escalate or collaborate
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  A self-starter who works well under pressure and meets deadlines consistently
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  Strong attention to detail, with a methodical and organised approach to work
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  Excellent verbal and written communication skills, and the ability to explain legal matters clearly to non-legal colleagues

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  Experience in drafting and negotiating commercial contracts
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  Previous legal work with clients in sectors such as infrastructure, energy, or telecoms

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  Highly competitive base salary
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  Discretionary annual bonus (up to 10%)
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  Private healthcare scheme
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  Company pension contribution
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  Life insurance cover
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  33 days annual leave, including public holidays
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  Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
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  Ongoing learning and professional development opportunities

This is a fantastic opportunity for a commercially minded property solicitor to make a real impact in-house, working alongside experienced professionals in a business committed to innovation, growth, and long-term success.

For further information on this job, or any other Legal job in Belfast or Northern Ireland, apply via the link or contact Ciaran Gallagher for a confidential chat today.

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