Assistant Solicitor - Public Sector

Vanrath; Belfast City District; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

VANRATH are seeking an Assistant Solicitor for a Belfast-based public sector role. You will provide legal advice on contentious and non-contentious matters, support High Court litigation, and manage cases under supervision while liaising with clients and stakeholders.

The position offers broad exposure across NI legal matters and requires a NI-qualified solicitor with PQE in litigation and strong stakeholder skills.

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor entitled to practise in Northern Ireland.
• Minimum 24 months' post-qualification experience in litigation.
• Experience in High Court or County Court.
• Strong analytical and decision-making skills.
• Ability to manage busy caseload and meet deadlines.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management.
• Full driving licence (or access to suitable transport).

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice across a range of contentious and non-contentious matters.
• Support the conduct of High Court litigation, judicial review and tribunal proceedings.
• Manage and progress legal casework under the supervision of Senior Solicitors.
• Conduct legal research and prepare opinion papers and briefing materials.
• Liaise with clients, Counsel, courts and external stakeholders.
• Assist with public liability claims and policy-related legal matters.
• Maintain accurate case management records and reporting systems.
• Support senior management and contribute to legal service delivery objectives.

Skills

Qualified Solicitor

Litigation experience

High Court/County Court

Analytical skills

Communication

Organisational skills

Driving licence

Education

Qualified Solicitor NI

Job description

VANRATH are delighted to be supporting a Public Sector employer who are actively seeking an Assistant Solicitor to join their team in Belfast.

What's in it for you?

• £19.32 per hour
• Belfast-based role with travel across Northern Ireland
• Exposure to High Court litigation, judicial review and tribunal work
• Opportunity to work across a broad range of public sector legal matters

About your next employer

You'll be joining a large regional public sector organisation delivering essential housing and community services across Northern Ireland. The Legal Services team plays a key role in supporting the organisation's statutory functions, governance and operational delivery.

About you

• Qualified Solicitor entitled to practise in Northern Ireland
• Minimum 24 months' post-qualification experience in litigation matters within the High Court or County Court
• Strong analytical and decision-making skills
• Experience managing a busy caseload and working to deadlines
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to work collaboratively within a legal team
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• Full driving licence (or access to suitable transport)

What you'll do

• Provide legal advice and assistance across a range of contentious and non-contentious matters
• Support the conduct of High Court litigation, judicial review and tribunal proceedings
• Manage and progress legal casework under the supervision of Senior Solicitors
• Conduct legal research and prepare opinion papers and briefing materials
• Liaise with clients, Counsel, courts and external stakeholders
• Assist with public liability claims and policy-related legal matters
• Maintain accurate case management records and reporting systems
• Support senior management and contribute to legal service delivery objectives