Role: Solicitor - Belfast Job Overview VANRATH is proud to assist a prominent public sector organisation in recruiting a Solicitor for an initial 3-month contract, with potential for extension. You will provide expert legal advice and representation in employment law matters, working independently with the support of a Senior Solicitor. Competitive Pay - £21.98 per hour Work-Life Balance - 37-hour workweek Professional Growth - Engage in complex employment law matters Key Responsibilities: Provide specialist legal advice on employment matters, including litigation and drafting legal documents. Conduct legal research, draft opinion papers, and advise clients on case strategy. Handle a personal caseload while supporting broader litigation work. Prepare key reports, maintain legal records, and ensure compliance with policies and regulations. Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Contribute to legal team projects, providing support where needed. Stay up to date with legal developments to ensure best practices. Essential Criteria Applicants must meet the following requirements by the application closing date: Qualifications: Law degree or equivalent (Level 6). Professional Status: Qualified Solicitor of the Court of Judicature of Northern Ireland. Experience: At least 3 years' post-qualification experience (within the last 5 years) in: Providing legal advice on employment law matters Non-contentious advisory work Conducting employment-related legal proceedings Industrial Tribunal Knowledge: Strong understanding of tribunal practice and procedure in Northern Ireland. Key Skills (Assessed at Interview): Analytical thinking and decision-making Organisational skills to manage a busy caseload Ability to work under multiple deadlines Excellent communication and influencing skills Ability to work collaboratively Transport: Full driving licence or access to transport to meet job requirements. For further information on this job, or any other Public Sector role in Northern Ireland, apply via the link or contact Ryan Sykes for a confidential chat today. VANRATH acts as an agency and employment business for permanent recruitment and the supply of temporary workers. Skills: Employment law expertise tribunal practice legal research case management