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Latest Vacancies

Pensions Senior Associate (Birmingham)

Birmingham

£70,000 - 90,000

Pensions Associate/Senior Associate | 5+ PQE | National Firm | Birmingham/hybrid

Posted 10 hours ago

Real Estate, Senior Associate, Dublin

Dublin

€110,000 - 130,000

Experienced Real estate solicitor (4 PQE+) sought by top tier firm in Dublin with a fantastic reputation for its real estate offering.

Posted 11 hours ago

Corporate Knoweldge Lawyer, Dublin

Dublin

€110,000 - 120,000

An opportunity to join a well-known law firm as a Professional Support Lawyer, supporting the corporate team. As a busy Professional Support Lawyer you will have an opportunity to carve a challenging career away from fee earning. Part time or flexible working is available.

Posted 13 hours ago

Real Estate Finance - Senior Associate

Central London

£150,000 - 175,000

Real Estate Finance - Senior Associate | 5-8 PQE | International Law Firm - City of London

Posted 13 hours ago

Residential Development Solicitor

West Midlands

Negotiable

Real Estate Solicitor - Residential Development (3-7 PQE) | Leading National Firm | Birmingham

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