Legal Advisor (PLO)

Principal Legal Officer

Salary: £32.05 p/h

Location: Belfast

Hours: 9am - 5pm, Mon - Fri / 37 hours per week

Duration: Temporary ongoing

Job Summary:

We are seeking a qualified solicitor or barrister, licensed to practice in Northern Ireland, with at least 3 years' post-qualification experience. The successful candidate will have a strong track record of advising on complex legal issues, interpreting legislation, exercising sound judgment, and presenting cases in court. They will bring substantial experience in managing litigation across the Northern Ireland court system, including at least 3 years' expertise in judicial review, coroner's inquests, inquiries, or criminal proceedings.

Essential Criteria:

1. Be a qualified solicitor or barrister licensed to practice in Northern Ireland and hold
2. Have at least 3 years PQE of advising, orally and in writing on significant complex legal issues to include evidence of the following:
3. a) interpreting legislation and legal documents
4. b) demonstrating legal analytical ability and sound judgment in the resolution

of complex legal problems; and

1. c) communicating with clients with clarity and confidence.

AND

3. 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:

1. Judicial review proceedings
2. Coroner's inquests

iii. Inquiries

1. Criminal proceedings

If you are interested and available for this position, please upload your CV to the link provided or contact Ray McPhillips. [email protected] or call on 02890242824

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. It will be a cost of between £16 - £32 depending on clearance level.