Associate Lawyer - Litigation (4 PQE)

About the Firm

Arthur Cox LLP is a premier law firm in Ireland with offices in Dublin, Belfast, London, New York, and San Francisco. With nearly 900 employees including 600 legal professionals, the firm serves a diverse global clientele ranging from multinational corporations and financial institutions to government agencies and emerging industry players. Arthur Cox has over a century of history marked by innovation and a forward-looking approach.

Role Background

The Litigation, Dispute Resolution, and Investigations team at Arthur Cox holds a market-leading position and handles a broad spectrum of commercial and corporate disputes, including those linked to financial markets, mergers and acquisitions, share dealings, and corporate and banking transactions. The team also focuses on dispute prevention and specializes in a variety of alternative dispute resolution methods such as arbitration, mediation, conciliation, and expert determinations. The international arbitration unit manages complex multi-party, cross-border cases for diverse sectors.

Location and Working Model

This role is based in Dublin, Ireland, with a hybrid working arrangement and is a permanent full-time position.

Role Overview

This position allows considerable growth and professional development opportunities. The successful candidate will progressively expand their expertise across different sectors and product areas, assuming greater responsibilities over time.

Key Responsibilities

• Support business development and thought leadership activities while guiding trainee solicitors through coaching and supervision.
• Utilize legal technology and generative AI tools responsibly under firm policies, including document automation and drafting aids.
• Represent pioneering domestic and international clients in legal matters.
• Provide legal and commercial expertise to clients.
• Collaborate in cross-border and interdisciplinary teams advising on corporate matters.
• Engage actively in business development, marketing, and networking events.
• Develop and maintain strong, professional relationships with clients ensuring a high standard of service and trustworthiness.
• Draft concise, clear legal documents offering solutions through legal knowledge and commercial judgment.

Candidate Requirements

• At least four years of relevant post-qualification experience.
• Strong academic background.
• Excellent analytical, drafting, and technical skills.
• High commercial and business acumen.
• Calm and pragmatic problem-solving abilities under pressure.
• Independent yet team-oriented work approach.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Capability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
• A growth mindset open to feedback and continuous learning.
• Adaptability and resilience in dynamic environments.
• Collaborative nature with experience working effectively across diverse stakeholder groups.

What Sets Us Apart

• Access to a significant volume and diversity of high-profile legal cases in the Irish market.
• Interaction with world-class clients and senior decision-makers, building trusted adviser relationships.
• Real responsibility from the outset and clear career progression opportunities.
• A supportive, collegial workplace culture with accessible mentors and investment in professional growth.
• A culture of innovation encouraging market leadership through thought leadership, secondments, and regulatory engagement.

Measures of Success

• Timely and well-managed closings with minimal rework and clear follow-up processes.
• High client satisfaction demonstrated by repeat business and positive feedback.
• Consistent quality of documentation and contribution to knowledge resources such as precedents and playbooks.
• Proactive collaboration within and across practice groups ensuring smooth cooperation on multi-disciplinary matters.

Benefits and Rewards

• Competitive salary package.
• Discretionary bonus plan.
• 25 days of annual leave.
• Immediate enrollment in pension scheme.
• Comprehensive health and wellness programs including gym access.
• TaxSaver and Bike to Work schemes.
• Opportunities to participate in various internal committees.

Additional Information

Application deadline is 22 November 2026. The role is located at 10 Earlsfort Terrace, Dublin 2, D02 T380.