Legal Assistant (Belfast /Hybrid)

VanRath; Belfast; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organisation is seeking a Legal Assistant on a 12-month fixed-term contract in Belfast City Centre. This role involves supporting in-house solicitors with document preparation, legal advice delivery, and administrative tasks. Ideal candidates will have at least 1 year of experience in project administration and a relevant qualification. The position offers a competitive salary and a hybrid working pattern.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Hybrid working pattern

Location in Belfast City Centre

12-month fixed-term contract

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year's experience in project administration or supporting legal instructions.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with proven ability to handle confidential information.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the delivery of legal advice related to major projects.
• Prepare, collate, and manage legal documentation.
• Coordinate diaries, meetings, and working group papers.
• Monitor legal spending against budgets.

Skills

IT proficiency, particularly with Microsoft 365

Organisational skills

Analytical skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Attention to detail

Education

HND/HNC qualification or equivalent

Job description

The Role

Legal Assistant

Location: Belfast City Centre
Salary: Competitive
Contract: 12-month Fixed Term
Working Style: Hybrid

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Legal Assistant to join a leading organisation on a 12-month fixed-term contract. Based in Belfast City Centre, this role will support a busy Legal & Governance team with a particular focus on capital projects and associated workstreams.

You will play a key role in assisting in-house solicitors, ensuring the smooth delivery of legal advice, accurate document preparation, and effective records management, while also providing administrative and organisational support to enhance the overall efficiency of the department.

Key Responsibilities

• Assisting in the delivery of legal advice, primarily linked to major projects.
• Preparing, collating, and managing legal documentation and correspondence.
• Co-ordinating diaries, meetings, and working group papers.
• Monitoring legal spend against budgets and reporting discrepancies.
• Managing databases, filing systems, and sensitive/confidential information.
• Liaising with internal teams, suppliers, and stakeholders to progress legal queries.
• Ensuring compliance with records management and information legislation.

Candidate Criteria

Essential:

• Minimum of 1 year's experience in project administration or supporting legal instructions.
• A HND/HNC qualification (or equivalent).
• Strong IT proficiency, particularly with Microsoft 365.
• Excellent organisational, analytical, and research skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication, with proven ability to handle confidential information.
• A team player with excellent attention to detail.

Desirable:

• Previous experience working in a legal environment.
• Experience in records management or scheduling deeds.
• Understanding of budget monitoring and information legislation (e.g. GDPR, FOI).

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary
• Hybrid working pattern
• Belfast City Centre location
• 12-month fixed-term contract

For more information, please contact Ethan Boylan today.