Director Roles – Multiple Opportunities Across the Department of Justice
The Department of Justice (DoJ) is recruiting six Director-level leaders to work across a range of business areas within the Department. These senior roles offer the opportunity to shape strategy, provide visible leadership, and deliver high-quality outcomes that support the justice system and wider public services in Northern Ireland.
These appointments are part of a wider talent competition, meaning additional roles with similar responsibilities may become available during the lifetime of the process.
Key Responsibilities
As a Director, you will:
- Provide strategic leadership within your assigned business area, ensuring alignment with departmental and Executive priorities.
- Lead, motivate and develop large, multidisciplinary teams, promoting high performance, inclusivity and accountability.
- Advise senior stakeholders, including Permanent Secretaries, Ministers and external partners, on complex, sensitive or high-risk issues.
- Oversee the delivery of major programmes, policies or services, ensuring effective governance, risk management and value for money.
- Represent the Department at senior forums, building strong relationships across government and with external organisations.
- Drive continuous improvement, innovation and ethical decision-making within your area of responsibility.
Salary and Benefits
- Salary: £88,268 – £97,070 per annum
- Pension: Employer contribution of 34.25%
- Location: Greater Belfast area
- Benefits: Access to the Northern Ireland Civil Service pension scheme and associated benefits
Equality and Inclusion
The Northern Ireland Civil Service is committed to equality of opportunity and welcomes applications from:
- Women
- People under 35
- Disabled applicants
- Individuals from minority ethnic communities
A Guaranteed Interview Scheme is available for disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria.
Application Process
Applications must be submitted online by 12:00 noon (UK time) on Friday 23 January 2026. Selection is based strictly on merit.
Artificial intelligence may be used to support applications; however, all examples and statements must be truthful, accurate, and based on your own experience. Applications may be withdrawn if plagiarism or misrepresentation is identified.
