Job Description

REF: IRC313626
DEPARTMENT: Office of the Legislative Counsel, The Executive Office (TEO)
SALARY: 146,469 - 163,267 per annum Plus, an employer pension contribution of 34.2%
LOCATION: Parliament Buildings, Belfast.
The First Legislative Counsel is responsible for leading, managing and contributing to the drafting of primary legislation for Northern Ireland with a focus on the effective delivery of the Executive's Legislative Programme.
This is a challenging and rewarding role. Making effective legislation is a key step in translating the Executive's policies and strategies into real and tangible change for the people we serve, achieving positive outcomes and delivering for all through collaboration.
For more detailed information, including the duties and responsibilities of the post, and the criteria to be used during the recruitment and selection process, please click on the Candidate Information Booklet link below.
In order to apply for this position, please click on the "Apply for this job online" link below to register to this vacancy and to submit an online application.
Completed application forms must be submitted no later than 12:00 noon (UK time) on Monday 12th December 2025.
Applications from Protestants, males, young people (people under the age of 35), people with a disability and people from minority ethnic communities are particularly welcomed for this post.
As part of our commitment to equality of opportunity we offer a Guaranteed Interview Scheme (GIS) for disabled applicants. Further information can be found in the Candidate Information Booklet.
The Northern Ireland Civil Service is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
ALL APPLICATIONS FOR EMPLOYMENT ARE CONSIDERED STRICTLY ON THE BASIS OF MERIT.
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Telephone: 0800 1 300 330
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