Commercial Real Estate & Planning Solicitor (Lead)

Company: Gaia Talent
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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

Posted: April 11th, 2026