Real Estate Solicitor

Real Estate Solicitor (1–3 PQE) | Cork

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Real Estate Solicitor (1–3 years’ PQE) to join the Cork office of my client, a leading Irish commercial law firm.

This role offers the opportunity to work closely with an experienced partner specialising in property, planning and development, advising on a broad range of residential, mixed-use and commercial property matters. You will contribute to the delivery of complex development projects from site acquisition and planning through to completion, funding and post-completion matters.

The Role

You will manage a varied and high-quality caseload while gaining exposure to sophisticated development and transactional work.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Managing residential and commercial conveyancing transactions from instruction to completion, including sales, purchases, transfers, re-mortgages and voluntary transfers
• Acting for developers, investors, lending institutions and private clients on acquisitions and disposals of commercial and mixed-use property
• Advising corporate and private clients on landlord and tenant matters, planning issues and development-related transactions
• Drafting, reviewing and negotiating contracts for sale, commercial leases, agreements for lease, deeds of assignment, transfers, licences, easements and wayleaves
• Liaising with financial institutions in secured lending transactions, including preparation and registration of security documentation
• Advising on property elements within broader corporate transactions
• Handling first registrations, mapping queries, rights of way issues and title rectifications
• Maintaining strong file management, billing and case compliance procedures
• Supporting business development initiatives and maintaining strong client relationships
• Collaborating with colleagues across corporate, litigation and private client teams to deliver seamless client service

The Candidate

The successful candidate will:

• Be a qualified solicitor in Ireland with 1–3 years’ PQE in real estate/property law
• Have strong experience in development, commercial conveyancing and planning-related matters
• Demonstrate excellent drafting ability and attention to detail
• Display strong commercial awareness and a client-focused approach
• Be collaborative, proactive and keen to take ownership of matters
• Possess strong communication and interpersonal skills

The Opportunity

This is a standout opportunity for a junior solicitor looking to deepen their development-led real estate experience within a progressive and growing Cork-based team. My client offers a collaborative and inclusive culture, genuine access to high-quality work, and clear progression pathways supported by structured development programmes.

📩 For a confidential discussion, contact Caitriona Breaw at Amicus Search & Recruitment directly