Job Details
The Commissioner for Older People seeks applications for a Legal Officer. The post-holder will play a key role in delivering a client-focused service. They will manage a caseload, dealing with enquiries, providing legal advice, advocating on client's behalf, and attending meetings / court when required. The post holder will also be expected to contribute to broader organisational objectives through contributing to policy / procedural reviews, continuous improvement, research and policy advice, and investigations.
The successful applicant must be qualified as a solicitor entitled to practice in Northern Ireland (or in a position to become so entitled by the date of appointment)
and
have at least 3 years' post qualification experience within the last 5 years in at least two of the following areas: constitutional law, administrative / public law (including judicial review), contract law, employment law, civil litigation, human rights law, family law.
Application forms and further information may be obtained by emailing, visiting our website at, by telephoning, or in writing to Human Resources, Commissioner for Older People for Northern Ireland, Equality House, 7-9 Shaftesbury Square, Belfast, BT2 7DP.
Completed applications must be received by no later than 12noon on Thursday 11th September 2025. Late applications will not be considered.