Main purpose of job
The postholder will be responsible for providing legal support to the Ombudsman, Deputy Ombudsman, the NIPSO SMT and NIPSO operational teams to ensure that NIPSO delivers its statutory functions and responsibilities across a range of areas including public and administrative law, freedom of information, data protection and employment law. This will include providing strategic advice, liaison with external solicitors or counsel when required, acting as the NIPSO Data Protection Officer, providing support to the Ombudsman in her role as the Northern Ireland Local Government Commissioner for Standards and fulfilling the role of team manager for the NIPSO legal team.
Working Arrangements
We operate hybrid working arrangements i.e. a mix of working from home and from the office which offers employees additional workstyle choices.
Candidates should note that whilst we do have a flexible approach, the operational requirements are likely to require office based working a minimum of 2 days per week.
How to Apply
Applications for the post can be made on GetGotJobs Portal through the following https://nipso.getgotjobs.co.uk/registerJob/cc26414b-907a-07a5-d011-9344f31b5917
Completed application and monitoring forms are to be completed no later than 12 noon on 15 December 2025.