Employment Partner (Solicitor)
Posted 13 days 10 hours ago by Hunter Savage
A growing international law firm with a strong and expanding employment practice is seeking an exceptional Employment Partner to help drive the next phase of its strategic growth from its Dublin base. This is a rare and compelling opportunity for a seasoned Employment Partner who has the ambition, client following, and technical excellence to make a significant and lasting impact. The firm offers a genuinely supportive partnership culture, a strong international platform, and an attractive equity proposition for the right candidate. If you are an established Employment Partner - or a senior solicitor on the cusp of partnership - and you are looking for an environment where you can truly thrive, we would welcome a conversation.
Top 3 things to know about this role- Remuneration package starting from €190,000 with equity on offer
- Dublin-based role within a collaborative, high-performing international partnership
- A genuine opportunity to shape and lead a growing employment practice
- Lead and develop the firm's employment practice, driving growth in both revenue and reputation
- Advise a high-quality client base on the full range of contentious and non-contentious employment matters
- Handle complex employment litigation, WRC and Labour Court proceedings, and senior executive matters
- Advise on large-scale restructuring, TUPE, and workforce matters in transactional contexts
- Play a key leadership role within the partnership, contributing to firm strategy and culture
- Mentor and develop junior lawyers, building a high-performing employment team
- Identify and capitalise on cross-selling and business development opportunities across the firm
- Qualified solicitor at partner level (or a senior associate with a clear pathway and strong following)
- Significant experience in Irish employment law, both contentious and advisory
- A portable client base and demonstrable business development track record
- Strong leadership qualities with experience managing and developing a team
- High levels of commercial acumen and strategic thinking
- Collaborative in nature with the gravitas to operate effectively at the highest levels
- Salary: €190,000+ with equity participation on offer
- Full partnership benefits package including pension, private medical and life cover
- Profit-share and performance-related remuneration
- Significant business development budget and marketing support
- International firm platform with genuine cross-border work opportunities
- A progressive, inclusive partnership culture that values individual contribution
Remuneration packages at partner level are tailored to the individual; figures listed are indicative. We reserve the right to heighten shortlisting criteria dependent upon the calibre of response.