Job Description

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Location : Belfast

Job Ref: Ref-27248

Employment : Full-Time Permanent

Closing Date : 06 June 2025 12:00 pm

We are seeking an experienced Republic of Ireland qualified real-estate solicitor to gain unique experience and responsibility in a fast paced in-house legal team. The In-House Solicitor plays a vital role in helping the legal department function efficiently by providing Irish law real estate speciality and support.

Key Responsibilities

Managing a high volume case load of commercial property matters to include conducting legal due diligence, title investigations and searches, drafting, negotiation and completion of commercial property leases, licences, option agreements and other related documentation. Ensuring compliance with relevant laws, regulations and best practices. Keep abreast of any relevant legal changes and stay up-to-date with latest legislation and caselaw. Instructing and working closely with external counsel. Building and maintaining strong internal and external relationships through effective communication and timely updates. Provide feedback to management and the wider team on legal queries. Support the wider in-house team in reviewing, drafting and amending a range of commercial contracts, construction contracts, NDAs and internal policies and generally supporting the wider team by providing ad hoc legal advice to the Company as and when required.

Essential Experience

Solicitor qualified in Republic of Ireland with a minimum of 3 years PQE (Northern Ireland qualification advantageous but not essential). Commercial Real Estate Experience in ROI. Experience drafting and negotiating commercial leases. Proven experience handling own case load seeking assistance where necessary and to work to set deadlines and service levels. Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a multi-disciplinary team. Organised, methodical and strong attention to detail. Strong communication skills, both written and oral.

Desirable Experience

Experience drafting and / or negotiation of commercial contracts would be advantageous. Experience working with infrastructure, energy or telecoms clients.

Benefits

Competitive Basic Salary. Discretional annual bonus of up to 10%. Health Care Scheme. Company Pension Scheme. Life Insurance. 33 days per year (inclusive of public/bank holiday days). Flexible and hybrid working options. * Learning & Development opportunities.