Discrimination and Advice Officer (Immediate 30k)

VanRath; Belfast; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading public body in Northern Ireland is seeking a Discrimination & Advice Officer to provide crucial assistance in equality matters. Applicants should have a law degree and experience in advisory or complaint-handling roles. Responsibilities include managing discrimination complaints, conducting case assessments, and supporting team efforts in promoting equality. This position is office-based with a temporary contract until March 2026 and offers a salary of £15.97 per hour.

Qualifications

• A Law degree (or equivalent) is highly desirable.
• Experience in an advisory, casework, or complaint-handling role is preferred.
• Strong understanding of equality or employment law is needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide advice and assistance to individuals regarding discrimination.
• Assess and manage complaints under various equality laws.
• Conduct detailed case assessments and liaise with relevant parties.

Skills

Advisory work

Complaint handling

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Law degree (or equivalent)

Job description

Discrimination & Advice Officer

Location: Belfast
Salary: £15.97 per hour
Contract: Temporary until 31st March 2026
Working Arrangement: Office-based (37 hours per week)

About the Role

VANRATH are delighted to be partnering with a leading public body to recruit a Discrimination & Advice Officer to join their Advice and Compliance Division. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual with a background in law, advisory work, or complaint handling to play a key role in promoting equality and addressing discrimination issues across Northern Ireland.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide advice and assistance to individuals who believe they have experienced discrimination, in line with equality legislation.
• Assess and manage complaints received under various equality laws and codes of practice.
• Conduct detailed case assessments, gather relevant information and documentation, and liaise with complainants, employers, and service providers.
• Draft written correspondence and prepare reports or summaries to support decision-making processes.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date case records using internal systems.
• Support the wider team in promoting awareness of equality legislation and good practice.

The Ideal Candidate

• A Law degree (or equivalent) is highly desirable.
• Experience in an advisory, casework, or complaint-handling role, ideally within a public body, legal, or community sector environment.
• Strong understanding of equality or employment law (training will be provided where required).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to deal sensitively and professionally with the public.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail when managing case files and documentation.

To Apply

For further information on this vacancy or to apply, please contact Ethan at VANRATH.