Paralegal
JOB_53727234768356Job type
TemporaryLocation
BelfastWorking Pattern
Full-timeSpecialism
ParalegalIndustry
Government & Public ServicesPay
£16.35 Per Hour
Paralegal, Belfast £16.35 per hour, Immediate start
Your new company
You will be joining a respected public sector organisation known for its commitment to fairness, integrity and high standards in governance. The organisation plays a vital role in supporting accountability, transparency and ethical conduct across public services. You will become part of a professional, collaborative team working to uphold these values while contributing to meaningful, impactful work.
Your new role
As a Paralegal, you will provide high‑quality administrative and legal support across a range of governance and adjudication functions. You will manage case files, coordinate documentation, and support the adjudication process, including hearings and reviews. You will play a key role in information governance—drafting and coordinating responses to FOI, SAR and EIR requests, ensuring statutory deadlines are met, and maintaining accurate records. The role also involves preparing legal correspondence, conducting research, maintaining legal databases, and supporting wider governance and compliance activity within the organisation.
What you'll need to succeed
To succeed in this role, you will have:
- At least two years’ experience in a legal or governance‑focused administrative role
- Experience providing legal advice or support to senior staff
- Strong understanding of confidentiality, data protection and information handling requirements
- Proficiency with IT systems, including remote communication tools such as MS Teams or Webex
- Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines
Desirable experience includes knowledge of GDPR, FOI or administrative justice procedures, and/or experience supporting adjudication or complaints casework.
What you'll get in return
- £16.35 per hour
- Belfast City Centre
- Immediate start
- Temporary post for 2 months
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
ParalegalJOB_537272347683562026-02-052026-05-07
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