Careers

Join one of Ireland’s fastest growing corporate law firms.

At Philip Lee we place a premium not just on legal knowledge but on the ability to push, prod and provoke.

Although no two law firms have exactly the same culture and outlook, differentiating between them can be a challenge. We have talented lawyers, each among the best in their field.  Depth of experience and the innovative intelligence that creates not just insight, but foresight: these are the qualities we value in Philip Lee.

Join Our Team

Philip Lee welcomes highly motivated individuals who would like to develop their career in one of Ireland’s most progressive law firms. We are now recruiting legal professionals at associate and partner levels in:

  • Litigation
  • Corporate
  • Procurement
  • Construction
  • Finance
  • Tax
  • Planning and Environmental

Should you wish to learn more about our firm or current vacancies, please contact HR Director, Nicola McKenna in confidence on +353 1 237 3700.

Alternatively, CVs can be submitted confidentially to Nicola at nmckenna@philiplee.ie.

Training and Knowledge Management

We have invested heavily in technological solutions to ensure developments in the law, thought leadership, legal practice and advice are captured and disseminated throughout the firm. A Knowledge Management (KM) system has been developed which is tailored to best meet the needs of our individual practice areas to ensure they can access latest legal developments. The KM system provides a common platform that streamlines the process of accessing and using essential “Know How” from a mixture of internal and online information resources. The solution integrates with our internal databases including a Know How database and Library Management system. It also delivers a common approach to searching over 30 online information resources including a large number of Irish resources.

Consistent with our ethos of recruiting and training “best in class lawyers”, we also operate an inhouse training programme managed by a dedicated training and knowledge management executive, Nicholas Makin. Under Nick’s stewardship, each department within the firm is required to develop and implement training for all team members, with individual topics typically being the subject of seminars delivered by individual team members on a regular and co-ordinated basis.

Newly Qualified (NQ) Associates

Are you a Newly Qualified (NQ) associate ready to take the next step in your legal career?

Philip Lee LLP is a growing, dynamic firm with an expanding client base and a clear vision for the future.  We are now looking for driven, forward-thinking NQ’s to join our teams. If you are ambitious, commercially aware, and ready to make an impact, we want to hear from you.

What we offer;

  • A supportive and collaborative working environment
  • Real opportunities for progression and development
  • Exposure to high-quality work across a variety of sectors
  • A culture that recognises talent and rewards contribution

Current Vacancies

The Summer Programme is a fantastic opportunity for ambitious students or graduates to join, our leading full-service law firm. Our Summer Programme is open to graduates and final year students who have completed or are enrolled in a Bachelor of Law or Master of Law course.

Philip Lee believes in fostering talent, empowering our people, and supporting their professional development throughout your traineeship.

The ideal candidate will have strong academics and prior legal experience. Please see our Intern and Trainee brochure below for further information.

Intern and Trainee Booklet 2026

Find out more about our Intern & Trainee programmes through our website page below.

Intern & Trainee Programme Page


The Team

Our finance team is a close-knit group of five, working collaboratively to support the business’s financial health and strategic goals. Led by our CFO, who works with the management team on strategic matters and system improvements within the team. Our Financial Controller takes the lead on delivering key financial management information and overseeing the team’s day-to-day operations.

We are now looking for an experienced Assistant Accountant to join our team. This is a pivotal role with a broad remit to support the Financial Controller in operating our processes and controls as required by the Legal Industry, and providing vital support and cover to the wider team to ensure smooth day-to-day financial support to the business. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a strong financial acumen and a keen eye for detail to contribute to the smooth operation of our accounting & payroll procedures.

Responsibilities

  • Supporting the Financial Controller with implementing various month end processes, reconciliations and controls.
  • Taking responsibility for our Service company and UK company accounting ledgers including monthly recharges to the legal firm.
  • Managing monthly end to end Payroll processes in Ireland and UK for 150+ staff using Micropay
  • Review of balance sheet workings, general ledger postings, nominal coding, creditors and debtor’s ledger etc
  • Perform month-end control procedures on key balance sheet items, including Work in Progress, Client control and Outlay control
  • Providing guidance and support to the other team members in processing transactions
  • Assist with shared finance tasks as needed from stamping requests to credit card and petty cash requests.

Person Specification & Experience

  • Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a similar finance or accounts assistant role
  • Experience withing the legal or professional services sector is advantageous
  • Proficiency in using financial legal practice management systems is advantageous
  • Strong knowledge of financial control processes and reconciliations
  • Experience processing payroll
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Accounting Technician or relevant qualification is advantageous but not essential
  • Ability to work accurately and efficiently, ensuring compliance with financial policies and procedures
  • Excellent communication and teamwork abilities

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a dynamic team in a highly regarded legal firm. 

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:  

  • The finance team operates a hybrid working arrangement with a minimum of 3 days per week required on site to support business operations
  • Company pension plan, healthcare contribution, 20 days annual leave plus 3-4 company days at Christmas and Good Friday
  • The opportunity to join various firm committees, including our social, wellness, green, pro bono and diversity committees 
  • On-site gym and subsidised yoga and fitness classes 
  • Social events 
  • Mindfulness talks
  • Philip Lee team sports including soccer and tag rugby

After a sustained period of significant growth, the real estate team at Philip Lee LLP is looking to hire a 1-3PQE solicitor.

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.

The Role

Key Responsibilities

  • Assisting with advising property teams on the acquisition and funding of land for major residential and commercial developments.
  • Assisting with advising developers on the legal delivery of turnkey and forward-funded developments.
  • Assisting with advising developers and landowners in judicial review proceedings challenging planning decisions.
  • Assisting with advising on challenges to the inclusion of lands on Residential Zoned Land Tax (RZLT) maps.
  • Assisting with the structuring of multi-unit residential and mixed-use developments, including management company and service charge regimes.
  • Assisting with complex High Court and Commercial Court litigation arising from development, land use, and property disputes.
  • Assisting with the negotiation of complex settlements in multi-party property and planning disputes to achieve commercially workable outcomes.
  • Assisting with advising borrowers and developers on restructuring, forbearance, and distressed property scenarios.

About You

The successful candidate will:

  • be a 1-3 PQE solicitor with experience in real estate;
  • be naturally collaborative and understand the importance of being part of a team;
  • prioritise attention to detail;
  • display commercial awareness and understand what is important to clients; and
  • have strong communication skills.

Why Apply? 

This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing real estate practice. 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;
  • subsidised yoga and fitness classes; and
  • numerous social events throughout the year.

Please submit your CV in confidence to hoshaughnessy@philiplee.ie.

About the Role

Philip Lee LLP is currently seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Compliance Assistant to join our growing Compliance team. This is a great opportunity for someone with at least one year of experience in a compliance or administrative role who is looking to develop their skills in a professional and supportive environment.

In this role, you will help review and assess client documentation to ensure compliance with our internal AML policies and procedures. You will identify missing information, conduct online research using public sources, and clearly document outstanding items for follow-up by our legal team. You will also provide general support to the Compliance Manager as required. Full AML training and ongoing support will be provided to the successful candidate.

Key Responsibilities

  • Open new clients and matters in the firm’s CRM
  • Draft engagement letters and client risk assessments
  • Learn the firm’s AML policies and procedures to such a standard that the information can be relayed to fee-earners and secretaries.
  • Review client files and check documents for AML compliance
  • Record missing or incomplete information in a structured format
  • Use public sources (e.g., company registers, websites) to find relevant data
  • Maintain accurate records and update internal tracking spreadsheets
  • Work closely within the Compliance team and assist with other administrative tasks
  • Minimum of 1 years’ experience in a compliance or administrative support role
  • Strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy
  • Organised, proactive, and able to manage multiple tasks
  • Comfortable working to deadlines in a team-based environment
  • Good written and verbal communication skills, must be comfortable communicating with all levels of seniority
  • Confident using spreadsheets and internal systems


At Philip Lee LLP, we pride ourselves on our inclusive and welcoming culture. We offer a collaborative work environment and meaningful opportunities to get involved in firm-wide initiatives. Our people are at the heart of everything we do.

Benefits include

  • On-site gym and subsidised fitness classes
  • Access to wellness and mindfulness programmes
  • Regular social events and staff sports teams
  • Opportunities to join internal committees (social, wellness, green, pro bono, CSR and diversity)

Please submit your CV in confidence to careers@philiplee.ie.

Philip Lee LLP is currently looking for an associate to join the property team on a permanent basis. This is a fantastic opportunity to work with a leading property department.

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.

The Role

We are seeking a motivated and commercially focused solicitor to join our leading Real Estate team. The successful candidate will work on a broad range of commercial and residential property matters. This is an excellent opportunity to gain exposure to complex, high-value property transactions and to work with a diverse client base, including property companies, institutions, and investors.

About You

The successful candidate will:

  • be a qualified solicitor in Ireland with 1-3 years’ PQE working in real estate;
  • be naturally collaborative and understand the importance of being part of a team;
  • prioritise attention to detail;
  • display commercial awareness and understand what is important to clients; and
  • have strong communication skills.

Why Apply? 

This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing real estate practice. 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. 

Please submit your CV in confidence to hoshaughnessy@philiplee.ie. 

Philip Lee LLP is a prestigious full-service law firm headquartered in Dublin. We are now recruiting a Legal Secretary to join our Projects and Construction team. This is an outstanding opportunity to work at a rapidly growing firm known for its high-calibre work, collaborative culture, and commitment to professional development.

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

  • Provide comprehensive legal administrative support to the team.
  • Manage the end-to-end file lifecycle using the firm’s legal case management system.
  • File management – importing guidelines, accessing documents, sending demand letters, and making sure files remain updated.
  • Prepare materials and information for internal and external meetings.
  • Client billing – coordinating the team’s monthly billing process, ensuring invoices are issued on time and accurately.
  • Diary management – making sure schedules are organised correctly and there are no conflicts with diaries.
  • Liaise with internal and external stakeholders to understand and respond to their requirements.
  • Maintain discretion and confidentiality when handling sensitive information.
  • Ensure accuracy and speed in document production, coordinating with document specialists when required.
  • Manage travel arrangements and detailed itineraries.
  • Process time records and expense reports; and
  • Greet and liaise with clients and business visitors in a professional manner.

Candidate Profile

  • 3–5+ years’ experience as a Legal Secretary, ideally within a projects and construction environment.
  • Experience managing a portfolio of senior stakeholders within the legal field.
  • Experience using iManage or another case management system.
  • Experience using a billing platform (KeyHouse or other).
  • Meticulous attention to detail.
  • Ability to work in the strictest level of confidentiality.
  • Superb communication skills in both verbal and written format.
  • Time management skills that allow you to coordinate multiple competing tasks.
  • A positive, can-do approach to work, even in challenging situations.

Why Apply? 

This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing team. 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.  

Some of our employee initiatives include:

  • Philip Lee Sports Teams (e.g. soccer, tag rugby);
  • Participation in firm committees (Social, Wellness, Green, Pride, CSR, Pro Bono, and D&I);
  • On-site gym, subsidised fitness, and yoga classes;
  • Regular social events and team-building activities;
  • Mindfulness and wellbeing talks; and
  • A positive, can-do approach to work, even in challenging situations.

Please submit your CV in confidence to kknight@philiplee.ie. 

We are now seeking a proactive Legal Administrator/Receptionist to support the team in our Cork office across legal admin, compliance, and client-facing duties. This role will play a key part in supporting high-volume areas while ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of the office.

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

  • Provide administrative support to the team and manage the full file lifecycle.
  • Assist with drafting letters (training provided), AML follow-ups, and file archiving.
  • Coordinate billing, prepare meeting materials, and manage diaries.
  • Maintain accurate records and ensure files are kept up to date.
  • Liaise with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Provide reception cover as required, including greeting clients and preparing meeting rooms.
  • Ensure a high standard of client service (e.g. refreshments, meeting room setup).
  • Assist with deeds, wills safes, banking, posting, and general office duties.
  • Provide support across teams, including new homes work during busy periods.

Candidate Profile

  • Previous experience in a Legal Secretary/Administrator role.
  • Experience supporting multiple stakeholders in a legal environment.
  • Familiarity with case management systems and billing platforms is an advantage.
  • Strong organisation skills with the ability to handle varied responsibilities.
  • High attention to detail and ability to maintain confidentiality.
  • Positive, flexible, and client-focused approach.

Why Apply? 

Join a growing team offering a collaborative environment and strong opportunities for 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.  

Some of our employee initiatives include:

  • Philip Lee Sports Teams (e.g. soccer, tag rugby);
  • Participation in firm committees (Social, Wellness, Green, Pride, CSR, Pro Bono, and D&I);
  • Regular social events and team-building activities;
  • Mindfulness and wellbeing talks; and
  • A positive, can-do approach to work, even in challenging situations.

Please submit your CV in confidence to kknight@philiplee.ie.

We are seeking an experienced and proactive IT Site Support Engineer to join our IT team, based in our Cork office. This role will act as the primary on-site IT presence, providing high-quality technical support to end users while working closely with the central IT team in Dublin.

The successful candidate will be responsible for the delivery of day-to-day IT support, ensuring the reliability of local IT services, and maintaining a secure and efficient user environment. This role combines hands-on support with of the Cork site’s IT operations and user experience.

Reporting Line

  • Reports to: IT Manager (Dublin)
  • Works closely with: Broader IT team (Dublin)

Key Responsibilities

End User Support

  • Provide primary support for all Cork office and wider firm
  • Troubleshoot and resolve hardware, software, and application issues
  • Support Microsoft 365 services including Outlook, Teams, and SharePoint
  • Deliver high-quality support to senior stakeholders in a professional services environment
  • Manage and prioritise support tickets, ensuring timely resolution and clear communication

Onsite IT Operations

  • Act as the primary IT contact for the Cork office
  • Configure, deploy and maintain laptops, desktops, mobile devices, and peripherals
  • Support meeting room technology, AV systems, and conferencing tools
  • Coordinate onboarding and offboarding of staff, including device setup and access provisioning

Infrastructure and Systems Support

  • Perform basic network troubleshooting (connectivity, WiFi, VPN)
  • Liaise with the Dublin IT team on escalations and project work
  • Assist with the rollout of IT systems, upgrades, and new technologies
  • Maintain local IT asset records and documentation

Security and Compliance

  • Ensure adherence to IT security policies and procedures
  • Support device compliance, patching, and endpoint management processes
  • Identify and escalate security concerns or incidents
  • Assist with implementation of security controls and awareness initiatives

Documentation and Continuous Improvement

  • Maintain accurate documentation of systems, processes, and support issues
  • Contribute to knowledge base articles and internal IT documentation
  • Identify opportunities to improve support processes and user experience

Skills and Experience

Essential

  • 2-3 years’ experience in IT support within a professional environment
  • Strong experience with:
    • Microsoft 365
    • Windows 11 support
    • Device setup and user onboarding
  • Experience using endpoint management tools
  • Solid troubleshooting skills across hardware, software, and user issues
  • Basic networking knowledge

Desirable

  • Experience in a legal or regulated environment
  • Exposure to IT security tools or monitoring platforms
  • Experience with mobile device management and security policies

Personal Attributes

  • Self-motivated and capable of working independently as the on-site IT presence
  • Strong communication skills with an ability to engage non-technical users
  • Structured and detail-oriented, with a focus on documentation and process
  • Calm and effective under pressure, particularly in high-priority support scenarios
  • Collaborative, with a strong team-oriented mindset

Working Model

  • Primary location: Cork office (fully onsite)
  • Standard business hours, with flexibility as required to support business needs

Please submit your CV in confidence to kknight@philiplee.ie.

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