Assistant Solicitor - NI Housing Executive - Belfast
Join the Northern Ireland Housing Executive as an Assistant Solicitor and play a key role in delivering high-quality legal support across one of Northern Ireland’s largest public sector organisations.
Working alongside Senior Solicitors within the Legal Services team, you’ll manage a varied caseload and provide professional legal advice across a broad range of matters, supporting the Housing Executive in delivering essential services across Northern Ireland.
About the role:
- Hourly Rate: £19.32 per hour
- Location: Belfast
- Hours: 37 hrs per week, Monday to Friday 9:00am – 5:00pm
- Duration: Temporary, ongoing
- Holidays: 35 days pro rata
- Please note closing date for applications is by 12 noon on 20th May 2026.
What you'll be doing in this role:
The Assistant Solicitor will support the Housing Executive’s Legal Services team by providing legal advice and assistance across a range of areas including social housing, civil litigation, judicial review, employment law, FOI/Data Protection and tribunal work.
The role involves managing a caseload, conducting legal research, preparing reports and briefing papers, liaising with clients and third parties, and supporting senior solicitors in delivering professional legal services aligned with NIHE objectives.
Applicants must:
• Hold a degree or equivalent Level 6 qualification
• Be a qualified Solicitor in Northern Ireland
• Have at least 24 months’ post-qualification experience in litigation matters within the High Court or County Court
• Demonstrate strong analytical, organisational and communication skills
• Be able to manage multiple deadlines and work collaboratively
• Hold a full driving licence or have access to suitable transport
If this sounds like the next step in your career, we’d love to hear from you! Even if you don’t meet every listed requirement, we encourage you to apply – we may have other suitable roles for you. Apply online, email [email protected] or call Wendy on 028 7032 6600 to find out more.
Riada Resourcing is an equal opportunities employer.