Band 3 Legal Assistants

Brook Street; Belfast; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading public health organization is seeking a dedicated professional to join their Legal Services team in Belfast City Centre. This role involves preparing legal documents, liaising with solicitors, and ensuring efficient management of legal processes that impact healthcare. Join the NHS Legal Services Directorate to apply your skills in a supportive environment committed to fairness and accountability within healthcare. This position offers a competitive hourly rate with regular working hours.

Qualifications

• Detail-oriented professional with experience in legal matters.
• Ability to communicate effectively with clients and colleagues.
• Experience in preparing legal documentation and liaising with solicitors.

Responsibilities

• Prepare legal documentation and pleadings under supervision.
• Liaise with solicitors and trust personnel to gather case materials.
• Support maintenance of the Legal Information System.
• Assist in preparing briefs for Counsel.

Skills

Attention to detail

Effective communication

Legal documentation preparation

Team collaboration

Job description

Join the NHS Legal Services Team in 2026 - Supporting Health Through Law!

Are you ready to take the next step in your legal career and make a real difference in healthcare? The NHS Legal Services Directorate is looking for dedicated, detail‑oriented professionals to join our team in 2026. This is your opportunity to play a key part in delivering expert legal support across the NHS.

Location: Belfast City Centre
Rate of pay: £12.31 per hour
Monday to Friday 9am until 5pm

About the Role

As a valued member of our Legal Services team, you'll work closely with Line Managers and Solicitors, providing vital support across a wide range of legal matters. From preparing documentation and liaising with clients to assisting with court proceedings and maintaining legal records, your role will help ensure that healthcare providers receive timely and effective legal assistance.

What You'll Do

• Prepare legal documentation, pleadings, and instructions under supervision.
• Liaise with Solicitors, Line Managers, and Trust personnel to gather and manage case materials.
• Support the preparation and analysis of statistics and maintain the Legal Information System.
• Assist in preparing briefs for Counsel and coordinate court attendance for witnesses and staff.
• Ensure referrals and instructions are managed efficiently and professionally.
• Contribute to team development and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Communicate effectively with clients and colleagues across the NHS.
• Cover post and court‑run duties where required.

Why Join Us?

Working within the NHS Legal Services Directorate offers you the chance to support the public health system through meaningful legal work. You'll be part of an organisation committed to professional development, teamwork, and excellence in service delivery.

Be part of a team that ensures fairness, accountability, and integrity within the NHS. Your expertise can make a lasting impact.

Apply now to join our NHS Legal Services team in 2026 - where your skills help protect and empower healthcare.

For more information please send email.