Law Centre Northern Ireland - Director of Legal Services

Law Centre NI are seeking an experienced and strategic legal leader who shares our commitment to social justice and access to justice for all.

This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of Law Centre NI’s legal practice, leading high-quality legal services, strategic litigation and legal service development across our specialist areas of social security, immigration and employment law.

Working closely with the CEO and as a member of the Senior Leadership Team, the successful candidate will play a pivotal role in strengthening and growing our legal services, identifying opportunities for innovation and sustainability, and helping to ensure that individuals and communities across Northern Ireland can access the advice, representation and advocacy they need.

We are looking for an experienced legal professional with a strong understanding of the legal and policy landscape in Northern Ireland. The successful candidate will be comfortable leading teams, building relationships with partners and stakeholders, and supporting the continued development of our services.

As part of a values-driven organisation, you will have the opportunity to influence systemic change, champion access to justice, support the development of the next generation of social justice lawyers and help shape the strategic direction of Law Centre NI.

Candidate Information

Salary: PO6 £49,764 – £52,805 per annum (under review)

Location: Belfast. Given the leadership requirements of this post, the role is predominantly office-based, with flexibility for agile working in line with business needs.

Contract: Full-time, permanent (35 hours per week)

Application Process: To apply, please complete and submit the application form and Monitoring Form to humanresources@lawcentreni.org.

Applications must be received by 12.00 Noon on Friday 13 November 2026. Late applications cannot be accepted.

Further Information: (Please note dates are subject to change):

Shortlisting: Wed 18th November 2026

Interviews: Wed 25th November 2026