The Role
We are seeking a legal executive to work on renewable energy property transactions. The role is within the real estate team and is managed by one of the partners on the team who works in this area. The partner in charge of this practice area will always be available to steer, guide, support and work with the successful candidate however the candidate will be expected to own progressing and completing the transactions.
The Firm
Philip Lee LLP is one of Ireland’s leading commercial law firms with offices in Dublin, Cork, London and New York. The firm has built a team of top tier lawyers who can advise on every aspect of business, both in Ireland and internationally. The firm acts for companies across all industry sectors and the lawyers at the firm are recognised for their ability to work through complex challenges and provide innovative solutions. Philip Lee LLP is the sole Irish member of Multilaw, a consortium network of over 10,000 lawyers in 100 countries worldwide.
Key Responsibilities
- Reviewing title documentation and preparing high‑quality drafts of option agreements and leases.
- Managing pre‑option enquiries, conducting and reviewing all relevant searches, and overseeing the accurate execution and completion of option agreements.
- Handling stamp duty processes and preparing and lodging inhibition forms with Tailte Éireann.
- Providing regular, clear updates to clients and ensuring all correspondence and documentation are maintained to a high standard.
Successful Candidate
- The successful candidate will have experience in property (will have worked in a property department previously, reviewed title and understand how transactions work).
- Possess good experience as a legal executive (i.e. not NQ).
- Excellent communication skills.
- Experience working with clients/ working in a customer facing role.
- Excellent judgment, with a clear understanding of the limits of their role and expertise and knows when to escalate or discuss matters with the partner.
- Motivated and driven to produce results – focused approach, results driven and the ability to take full ownership of progressing and completing tasks.
Why Apply?
This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing firm. The firm offers a collaborative and inclusive culture with a genuine focus on professional development and progression.
Benefits
At Philip Lee LLP we are committed to maintaining an inclusive, supportive environment in which all of our people feel valued and can enjoy doing what they love, working together to provide a first-class service to our clients.
Specific initiatives to support our employees include (but are not limited) to:
- associate and partner development programmes;
- the opportunity to join various firm committees, including our social, wellness, green, pro bono and diversity committees;
- an on-site gym;
- subsidised yoga and fitness classes; and
- numerous social events throughout the year.
If you are interested in finding out more about us we would like to receive your application. Please send CV with a short cover note in confidence to HR Executive, [email protected].
