Associate Lawyer – Litigation, 4 PQE

Arthur Cox LLP

. Act for pioneering domestic and international market participants .

Posted 10/28/2026full-timeDublin • IrelandMid-LevelWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong legal and commercial expertise with a focus on drafting legal documents, managing client relationships, and contributing to business development initiatives. Proven ability to work collaboratively in cross-border teams while utilizing legal technology and GenAI tools effectively.

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4+ Years' Relevant Post Qualification ExperienceExcellent Analytical SkillsStrong Commercial AwarenessLegal Document DraftingCollaborative Team Player

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Hard Skills

Legal ExpertiseDrafting SkillsAnalytical SkillsBusiness DevelopmentCommercial JudgmentProblem-SolvingClient AdvisoryDiligenceCross-Border CollaborationPrecedent Contribution

Soft Skills

AdaptabilityGrowth MindsetCalm Under PressureCollaborativeCurious

Tools & Technologies

Legal TechnologyGenAI Tools

Industry Keywords

Corporate ActivitiesInterdisciplinary TeamsNetworkingThought LeadershipClient Relationships

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Act for pioneering domestic and international market participants
Provide legal and commercial expertise
Work as part of cross-border and interdisciplinary teams advising on corporate activities
Engage in business development and thought leadership initiatives
Seek opportunities for new work
Draft clear and concise legal documents
Create solutions using legal knowledge and commercial judgment
Advise and assist clients with diligence and professionalism
Attend networking and marketing events
Develop reliable relationships with firm clients and provide high-quality service
Contribute to business development and thought leadership
Support trainee solicitors through coaching and supervision
Use legal technology and GenAI tools responsibly in accordance with firm policy and practice group playbooks
Deliver on-time, well-controlled closings with minimal re-work and clear post-completion hygiene
Contribute precedents, playbooks and clause libraries
Collaborate across practice groups on multidisciplinary matters

Requirements

What you’ll need

4+ years' relevant post qualification experience
Strong academic credentials
Excellent analytical, technical and drafting skills
High level of commercial and business awareness
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines
Adaptability
Strong growth mind-set that is open to feedback
Pragmatic, hands-on problem-solver; calm under pressure; outcome-focused
Collaborative team player with a track record of working effectively with diverse stakeholders
Curious and growth-oriented, committed to continuous learning and improving how we deliver for clients
Must be qualified to practice law is not explicitly stated; the posting only specifies post-qualification experience

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive salary
Discretionary Bonus
25 days annual leave
Immediate pension scheme
Comprehensive health and wellness benefits including full gym and wellness programme
TaxSaver and Bike to Work scheme
Wide-ranging opportunities for involvement in internal committees
Excellent progression opportunities
Market-leading remuneration package
Professional development through mentoring, coaching and supervision
Client secondments and engagement with regulators and industry bodies