Legal Executive Assistant (Fixed-term 12 months)
Reporting to the Head of HR Operations, the postholder has a role in the planning, preparation, and evaluation of a range of legal matters relating to HR Operations, in support of the strategic objectives of Northern Ireland Water.
The postholder will assist the Head of HR Operations in handling employment cases by conducting legal research, drafting legal documents, and providing general administrative support.
The postholder will be responsible for the preparation and co-ordination of high quality legal documents and litigation bundles, and will provide advice and expertise on relevant legal consideration of HR Operations activities, as directed.
Applicants MUST be able to demonstrate in their application and where necessary at interview:
ESSENTIAL CRITERIA
1. A 3rd level qualification (HND or Degree, or equivalent) in a relevant subject (eg Law; Paralegal Practice).
2. One year’s experience of providing end-to-end legal administrative support for complex employment law litigation in the legal, public or private sector.
3. One year’s experience of researching and analysing complex legal information in relation to employment matters, and producing high quality summaries for senior managers, legal counsel and other stakeholders.
4. Current driving licence and a private vehicle available for official business or access to a form of transport which will enable the postholder to meet the requirements of the role.
What is on Offer
Salary
This role offers a competitive remuneration package with a salary scale of £29,863 - £36,499 per annum (further pay award pending).
Location
Westland House, 40 Old Westland Road, Belfast, BT14 6TE.
What we Offer
Generous annual leave and public/privilege holidays
Flexible working and family friendly policies
Hybrid Working (applicable to some of our roles after three months following onboarding and training)
Occupational sick pay
Employee assistance programmes
Cycle to work scheme
One of the largest corporate volunteering schemes in NI
Award winning health and wellbeing programme which focuses on supporting four key area of employee health; Physical, Mental, Social and Financial
How to Apply
To submit your application, please click the APPLY icon.
For additional information about the role please download a Candidate Brief, available below.
Closing date for submission of Applications: Monday 11th May 2026 10.00am
Interview Dates: Monday 18th May 2026