Assistant Solicitor

Location:

Belfast (with travel throughout NI)

The Housing Executive is now recruiting for an Assistant Solicitor to join their team.

Band: 6/7

Directorate:
Corporate Services

Department:
Legal Services

Reports to:

Senior Solicitor

Location:

Housing Centre, Belfast with travel throughout NI

In this role, you will undertake and assist in the provision of professional and timely legal advice and assistance, in relation to a range of matters across the main functions of the team.

You will be expected to work independently, under the supervision of the Senior Solicitors, to ensure the provision of a high-quality legal services to all levels of the organisation.

You will also undertake a programme of development within Legal Services, with a typical duration of two – three years, engaging in a comprehensive Personal Development Programme, and gaining skills and experience across a number of areas of the Housing Executive’s legal work. On satisfactory completion, you will be appointed to a Band 7 Solicitor.

1. Possess a degree or equivalent level 6 qualification

2. Be a Solicitor of the Court of Judicature of Northern Ireland qualified to practice in Northern Ireland

3. Can demonstrate at least 24 months relevant post-qualification experience in the provision, or assisting in the provision, of legal advice and assistance in relation to either:

• The conduct of, or assisting in the conduct of, civil litigation matters in the High Court or County Court
• OR general title issues undertaking residential and/or commercial conveyancing transaction
• Excellent analytical thinking and decision making skills
• Strong organisational skills in order to manage a busy workload
• Ability to work well under pressure of multiple deadlines
• Excellent interpersonal communication and influencing skills
• Willingness and ability to work collegiately

5. Possess a current driving licence or have access to a form of transport that enables them to meet the requirements of the post in full

1. Can demonstrate at least 24 months relevant post-qualification experience in the provision, or assisting in the provision of, legal advice and assistance in relation to both areas of law specified in Criteria 3

The closing date for applications is Thursday 12th March 2026 at 4.30pm.