Legal Advisor

Legal Advisors (Temporary)

My client is an independent and well-established organisation who are currently seeking an experienced Legal Advisor to join their team based in Belfast.

This is a Full-Time, Temporary Position initially for 3-6 months.

Working hours: Monday - Friday 35 hours (hybrid offered after 1st month)

With an hourly rate of £32.05.

Job Purpose:

You will be responsible for providing full Legal Advisory support against a busy workload.

Essential Criteria:

• Be a qualified solicitor or barrister licensed to practice in Northern Ireland and hold a current practicing certificate or be in a position to become so entitled by the date of appointment.
• Have at least 3 years post qualification experience ('PQE') of advising, orally and in writing on significant complex legal issues to include evidence of the following: Interpreting legislation and legal documents, demonstrating legal analytical ability and sound judgment in the resolution of complex legal problems; and communicating with clients with clarity and confidence.
• Demonstrate 3 years PQE, at all stages, of managing a diverse range of litigation cases within the Northern Ireland court system, including practical experience of presenting cases at court This must include 3 years PQE of legal management and representation at all stages in one of the following three areas: Judicial review proceedings, Coroner's inquests, Inquiries and Criminal proceedings.
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal - with the ability to communicate with stakeholders at all levels.
• Ability to manage and prioritise a busy workload.
• Ability to work as part of a team as well as on your own initiative.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

• Interpreting legislation and legal documents.
• Demonstrating legal analytical ability and sound judgment in the resolution of complex legal problems.
• Communicating with clients with clarity and confidence.
• Managing a range of litigation cases.