Legal
Leading Legal Recruitment in Ireland
At Mason Alexander, we specialise in delivering exceptional legal talent solutions tailored to Ireland’s dynamic and evolving legal landscape. Our expertise spans private practice, in-house legal roles, and corporate governance, enabling us to connect businesses and organisations with the best legal professionals in the market.
Whether you’re looking to strengthen your team with experienced solicitors, hire a trusted company secretary to ensure corporate compliance, or onboard in-house legal counsel to navigate complex legal challenges, we have the industry insights and talent network to meet your needs.
Our dedicated legal recruitment team works closely with you to understand your unique requirements and deliver customised solutions that align with your organisational goals. By partnering with Mason Alexander, you’ll gain access to top-tier candidates and an unparalleled commitment to excellence in legal talent acquisition.
Our Expertise in Legal Recruitment
At Mason Alexander, we specialise in connecting top legal talent with leading firms and businesses across Ireland. Our dedicated approach ensures that we find the perfect fit for your legal recruitment needs.
Private Practice Recruitment
We partner with leading law firms across Ireland, from boutique practices to top-tier firms, to place solicitors at all career levels, including:
- Salary Partners
- Senior Associates
- Associates
- Solicitors
Our network ensures we can identify and match the right talent to support your firm’s growth and success.
In-House Legal Recruitment
Across all industries, businesses rely on trusted legal counsel to navigate complex legal and regulatory landscapes. We recruit for in-house legal roles, including:
- Legal Counsel
- Senior Legal Counsel
- Head of Legal
- General Counsel
Our tailored approach ensures that every placement aligns with your organisational culture, values, and strategic objectives.
Company Secretaries Recruitment
We understand the critical role company secretaries play in corporate governance. Our expertise spans private practice and in-house positions, helping businesses recruit:
- Company Secretaries
- Assistant Company Secretaries
- Corporate Governance Specialists
Partner with us to secure the governance professionals your organisation needs to thrive.
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Why Choose Mason Alexander for Legal Recruitment?
Industry Expertise
With deep knowledge of Ireland’s legal market, our recruitment consultants understand the intricacies of the legal profession and the skills required for success.
Extensive Talent Network
We’ve built a robust network of highly skilled legal professionals, ensuring we can source the right candidates quickly and effectively.
Tailored Recruitment Solutions
Every organisation and candidate is unique. Our bespoke legal recruitment strategies prioritise the perfect fit for your team and career goals.
Commitment to Excellence
Our focus on quality and long-term partnerships sets us apart, ensuring a seamless and professional recruitment experience.
Looking to strengthen your team with top-tier legal talent? Partner with Mason Alexander for access to the best candidates in Ireland's legal market.
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Elevate Your Legal Career
Looking to take the next step in your legal career? At Mason Alexander, we’re dedicated to helping you find roles that align with your expertise, ambitions, and values. Explore exciting opportunities on our Legal Jobs page.
Frequently Asked Questions — Legal recruitment in Ireland
How can Mason Alexander help me recruit legal talent in Dublin and across Ireland?
We source and place legal professionals across private practice and in-house teams — from solicitors and partners to company secretaries and General Counsel. We deliver permanent, interim and retained executive search tailored to your sector and risk profile.
What legal roles do you recruit for?
We recruit private practice solicitors (partners, senior associates, associates), in-house counsel (Legal Counsel, Head of Legal, General Counsel), company secretaries, compliance/legal ops and specialist roles across corporate, commercial, data privacy, employment, regulatory and litigation.
What engagement models and fee structures do you offer for legal hires?
We offer contingency placement, retained executive search for senior roles, and exclusive project recruitment. Fees vary by seniority and model; we provide transparent proposals including timelines, deliverables and replacement guarantees.
How long does it typically take to fill legal roles in Dublin?
Mid-level legal roles generally take 4–8 weeks. Senior or niche regulatory or partner searches commonly take 8–16+ weeks. We give realistic timelines in the proposal and provide weekly progress updates.
Can you conduct confidential or sensitive legal searches?
Yes — we conduct discreet, research-led retained executive searches with controlled outreach and confidentiality safeguards to protect your employer brand and sensitive strategic hires.
Do you recruit interim / contract legal professionals and locum counsel?
Yes — we place interim legal counsel, project lawyers and temporary compliance or regulatory specialists to cover peaks, leave or time-limited projects.
How do you vet legal candidates (qualifications, practice history, conflict checks)?
We verify qualifications, practice history, professional memberships, and references; perform conflict checks, and assess technical/legal competence plus cultural fit to reduce hiring risk.
Can you advise on salary benchmarking and market rates for legal roles in Ireland?
Yes — we provide market insight and salary guidance for Dublin and Ireland-wide roles to help you craft competitive packages and realistic offer ranges.
Which legal sectors are seeing the most hiring activity in Ireland?
Demand is strong in corporate & commercial, data privacy (GDPR), compliance ®gulatory roles, and sectors supporting fintech, life sciences and international commercial activity. We advise on sector-specific availability and hiring strategies.
Do you place international candidates and support relocation/visa requirements?
Yes — we recruit internationally and advise on relocation packages, visa considerations and onboarding support to attract and retain global legal talent in Ireland.
Can you help recruit company secretaries and governance specialists?
Yes — we recruit company secretaries, assistant secretaries and governance professionals with the regulator-facing experience and corporate governance expertise required by boards and senior leadership.
How do you handle partner or private practice lateral hires?
For partner and senior private practice hires we use targeted headhunting, market mapping and managed confidentiality to approach passive candidates and ensure a high-quality, discreet process.
What should I include in a brief to start a legal hiring project?
Provide role objectives, must-have qualifications, practice area, level of responsibility, budget/salary range, preferred location (Dublin/remote/hybrid) and desired timeline. We’ll return a search plan, milestones and a shortlist timeline.
What happens after placement — do you provide post-hire follow up?
We provide candidate check-ins and offer onboarding support advice to improve retention and ramp speed. For senior placements we also discuss handover and transition plans.
