Senior Property Counsel – Leasing & Development

The LDA; Dublin; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

The Land Development Agency (LDA) is seeking a skilled property lawyer to manage and oversee its growing commercial leasing portfolio. The role involves representing the LDA as landlord, handling the legal workstream for a high volume of leases, renewals and licenses, and supporting the asset management team to drive timely transactions.

You will provide day-to-day legal assistance across a range of property transactions, collaborate with multiple stakeholders, and advise on disputes and

Qualifications

• At least 5 years PQE in property matters with hands-on experience in commercial lettings, land acquisitions and disposals.
• Ability to provide practical legal advice grounded in the LDA context, in plain language.
• Enjoys proactive problem-solving and can navigate complex legal and commercial challenges.
• Demonstrates strong attention to detail with excellent organisational skills.
• Positive "can-do" attitude, confidentiality and teamwork.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day legal assistance to the Asset Management team for leasing, including negotiating/completing commercial leases and related documents.
• Review and advise on draft documentation underpinning lease transactions and conduct due diligence.
• Instruct and oversee external counsel, manage budgets and timelines for transactions.
• Support pipeline projects, site assembly, planning applications and related property arrangements.
• Contribute to knowledge-building, templates, governance and risk management within the Legal team.

Skills

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Team player

Communication skills

Discretion

Negotiation

Job description

The Land Development Agency (LDA) is seeking a skilled property lawyer to manage and oversee its growing commercial leasing portfolio. The role involves representing the LDA as landlord, handling the legal workstream for a high volume of leases, renewals and licenses, and supporting the asset management team to drive timely transactions.

You will provide day-to-day legal assistance across a range of property transactions, collaborate with multiple stakeholders, and advise on disputes and