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Latest Vacancies

Banking and Finance Solicitor, Dublin (1-4 PQE)

Dublin

€92,000 - 112,000

This is a chance to work on a broad mix of domestic and cross-border finance transactions, advising a diverse client base that includes banks, financial institutions, private equity sponsors, investment funds and corporate borrowers.

Posted 4 hours ago

Real Estate Solicitor NQ - 2

Manchester

Negotiable

Real Estate Associate | NQ-2 PQE | Manchester- candidates qualifying this September are encouraged to apply!

Posted 10 hours ago

Construction Lawyer

Greater London

£110,000 - 150,000

Construction Lawyer (Non Contentious) | 2+ PQE | London

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Property/ Conveyancing Paralegal

Cheshire

Negotiable

Property/ Conveyancing Paralegal | Chester | high profile & confidential portfolio of work | high value| excellent salary

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Asset Management & Investment Funds (4 PQE+)

Dublin

Negotiable

This top-tier practice is renowned for advising international asset managers, fund promoters, and global financial institutions on the full lifecycle of investment funds.

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