Job ref: 2026-40
Job type: Permanent
Location: 2 Adelaide Street, Belfast, BT2 8PB
Salary: £37,280 - £42,839
Closing date: Thursday 12 Mar 2026 16:30
Band: 6
Job Purpose
The Assistant Solicitor will undertake and assist in the provision of professional and timely legal advice and assistance in relation to Employment Law but may be required to assist on other matters across the main functions of the team. The Assistant Solicitor will undertake a programme of development within Legal Services, with a typical duration of two to 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. The Assistant Solicitor will be appointed as a Band 7 Solicitor on satisfactory completion of the Programme.
Requirements
* Possess a degree or equivalent (Level 6*) qualification.
* Refer to Qualifications Framework.
Application Process
Application should be made using the on-line application form. Instructions on how to complete the on-line form appears once the form has been accessed. Make sure you follow these instructions. LATE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED EVEN IF DELAYED DUE TO TECHNICAL REASONS. PLEASE NOTE THAT IF YOU ARE LOCKED OUT OF YOUR GETGOT ACCOUNT IT WILL TAKE A MINIMUM OF 10 MINUTES TO RESET YOUR PASSWORD. IF AN APPLICATION IS LATE BECAUSE OF THIS IT WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. It is the responsibility of each candidate to ensure that all such information is provided. Candidates who fail to provide sufficient information on which a panel might determine their eligibility for the post will not be shortlisted.
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Equal Opportunity Statement
The Housing Executive is an equal opportunities employer. We particularly welcome applications from members of the Protestant community who are currently under represented in parts of our workforce.
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