Senior Associate to Salaried Partner – Aviation Law

Senior Associate to Salaried Partner – Aviation Law Salary: €180K - €200K Location: Dublin

About the Role:

Are you an accomplished Senior Associate in Aviation Law ready to take the next step to Partner? A prestigious law firm with a leading Aviation practice is seeking an ambitious Senior Associate to transition into a Salaried Partner position. This is a rare opportunity for a talented lawyer to advance their career, working alongside industry leaders and advising top-tier global clients.

The Opportunity:

As a Salaried Partner, you will take on a leadership role within the Aviation team, overseeing complex aviation finance and leasing transactions, and providing strategic counsel to high-profile clients such as airlines, aircraft lessors, financiers, and manufacturers. You’ll be entrusted with the responsibility of driving client relationships, leading significant transactions, and helping shape the future growth of the aviation practice.

This role comes with a competitive salary and a clear pathway to further progression.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead high-value aviation finance, leasing, and sale transactions.
• Provide senior-level strategic advice on aviation regulatory, compliance, and commercial matters.
• Manage and expand relationships with a global client base, delivering excellent client service.
• Play a pivotal role in the firm’s business development initiatives, attracting new business and growing the Aviation practice.
• Mentor and develop junior team members, contributing to the leadership and future growth of the team.
• Work collaboratively with partners and other practice areas on multi-jurisdictional matters.

What We're Looking For:

• Senior Associate with significant experience in aviation law and a proven track record in managing complex aviation transactions.
• Strong commercial acumen, with the ability to drive business development and client growth.
• Leadership potential and ambition to step up into a Partner role
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to foster and grow client relationships.
• A strong network within the aviation sector, with proven business development success.
• Ambition to help shape the future of a leading aviation practice.

Why Join Us:

• Competitive salary of €180K - €200K, with performance-based incentives.
• Clear long-term career progression.
• Opportunity to work with a market-leading team on high-profile, complex transactions.
• Be part of a collaborative and supportive firm culture that values innovation and excellence.
• Work with a diverse and global client base in the ever-evolving aviation sector.

This is an outstanding opportunity for a Senior Associate who is ready to step up and become a key player in one of Ireland’s leading Aviation law practices.

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