Legal Assistant Pay Rate: £47,304 per annum Location: Belfast - Crown Solicitor's Office Hours: 9:00am - 5:00pm, Monday to Friday Contract: Temporary ongoing Working Pattern: Full-time, 37 hours per week Benefits Competitive salary of £47,304 Hybrid working available following training Flexitime arrangements 37-hour working week Monday to Friday working pattern Opportunity to work within the Crown Solicitor's Office Exposure to high-profile litigation work Staffline Recruitment Ireland is currently recruiting for a Legal Assistant on behalf of the Department of Finance, Crown Solicitor's Office. This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified solicitor or barrister to gain valuable experience working on complex litigation matters within the public sector. The Legal Assistant will support the delivery of high-quality legal services to UK Government ministers, departments, agencies, and public bodies, with a strong focus on High Court and County Court litigation. The role offers hands-on involvement in case preparation, legal drafting, and court processes, making it ideal for candidates looking to develop their litigation experience in a fast-paced and professional environment. Key Responsibilities Manage litigation casework, including complex cases such as Hearing Loss proceedings Provide detailed written and oral legal advice to clients Draft pleadings and legal documentation; prepare instructions to counsel Review and analyse legal documents and provide commentary Instruct and liaise with counsel during consultations and hearings Review large volumes of case documentation, gather evidence, and engage with witnesses and representatives Prepare witnesses for civil claims and oral hearings Assist with hearing preparation, including e-bundles, submissions, and follow-up actions Manage and progress an individual caseload independently Accurately record chargeable time in line with CSO policies Essential Criteria To be considered for this role, applicants must meet the following criteria: Qualified Barrister or Solicitor entitled to practise in Northern Ireland Hold a valid practising certificate Desirable Criteria Experience working within a legal team providing advice and representation in litigation matters Additional Information To be shortlisted for this role all applicants MUST meet the essential criteria. Please note that these roles may be filled quickly but your CV will be kept on file for future similar roles. As there are so many applications, unsuccessful candidates may not be contacted. Successful candidates may need to apply for an Access NI Certificate with Staffline regardless if you already have a valid certificate. How to Apply If you are interested and available for this position please upload your CV to the link or contact Hannah Fitzsimons for further information - Skills: Legal Assistant Solicitor Barrister Litigation High Court Litigation County Court Proceedings Civil Litigation