Planning & Environmental Solicitor 

The Role

We are hiring for our client, a market-leading law firm in Dublin, who are seeking to recruit a Planning & Environmental Associate (2+ PQE) to join their highly regarded and growing team.

This is a rare opportunity to join a top-tier practice advising on the full spectrum of contentious and non-contentious planning and environmental matters. The team acts on some of the most significant infrastructure, renewable energy and development projects in Ireland and is regularly involved in high-profile judicial reviews and Commercial Court litigation.

You will gain exposure to complex, high-value disputes and strategic advisory mandates within a collaborative and progressive environment.

The Team

The team advises a broad client base across the public and private sectors, including boards, developers, energy providers and in-house legal teams. Their work spans:

• Judicial review proceedings

• Commercial Court litigation

• Regulatory investigations and enforcement matters

• Environmental risk and compliance advisory

• Planning challenges linked to major infrastructure and renewable energy projects

The team is known for combining strong litigation expertise with strategic advisory capability, delivering commercially focused and practical legal solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Supporting partners on complex planning and environmental matters

• Managing a blend of contentious and advisory files

• Drafting detailed legal opinions and court documentation

• Advising clients on regulatory risk and compliance issues

• Engaging directly with clients and managing stakeholder relationships

• Assisting with business development and profile-raising initiatives

The Person

• 2+ years’ PQE in planning & environmental law

• Experience across contentious matters (judicial review experience desirable)

• Strong drafting and analytical skills

• Ability to manage matters with minimal supervision

• Commercially aware and client-focused

• Strong organisational skills and ability to work under pressure

The Benefits

• Exposure to high-profile, complex and precedent-setting matters

• Strong progression prospects within a leading team

• High levels of client interaction and responsibility

• Supportive and collaborative working culture

• Competitive remuneration package

For further information and a confidential discussion, please contact:

Amy Davis
amy.davis@huntersavage.com
019026695