Overview
Salary: Deputy Principal Grade: £43,584 to £46,712 (pay award pending)
Reference: LO/25/01
Location: Belfast
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.
Responsibilities
* Manage a caseload, handle enquiries, provide legal advice, and advocate on clients’ behalf.
* Attend meetings and court when required.
* Contribute to policy and procedural reviews, continuous improvement, research and policy advice, and investigations.
Qualifications
* Qualified as a solicitor entitled to practice in Northern Ireland (or in a position to become so entitled by the date of appointment).
* 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.
How to apply
Application forms and further information may be obtained by emailing recruitment@copni.org, visiting the website at www.copni.org, by telephoning (028) 90890884, or in writing to Human Resources, Commissioner for Older People for Northern Ireland, Equality House, 7-9 Shaftesbury Square, Belfast, BT2 7DP.
Closing date
Completed applications must be received by no later than 12 noon on Thursday 11th September 2025. Late applications will not be considered.
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