Senior Registrar - EAL11879

Hourly rate of pay: £19.45 - £21.75

Days and Hours of Work: Monday - Friday, 09:00-17:00. Days of working are negotiable, flexi time is applicable, and starting and finishing times are flexible. To start 8th December 2025.

Applications will be accepted from those wishing to be considered for this role on a part-time basis. If you are applying for this role on a part-time basis, please tell us in the Additional Information section of the application form.

Are you an experienced Registration professional with a passion for public service and leadership? We are seeking a dedicated Senior Registrar to lead and support the delivery of high-quality Registration services across East Lothian.

About the Role

As a Senior Registrar, you will be responsible for overseeing the statutory registration of births, deaths, marriages, civil partnerships, and other related services in accordance with Scottish legislation. You will manage a team of Registrars, ensure compliance with legal and procedural standards, and provide a compassionate and professional service to the public during some of life’s most significant moments.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the delivery of Registration services across the local authority
• Ensure compliance with Registration legislation
• Conduct and officiate at civil marriage and civil partnership ceremonies
• Provide expert advice and guidance to registrars and the public
• Liaise with the National Records of Scotland (NRS) and other stakeholders
• Manage service performance, quality assurance, and continuous improvement
• Support digital transformation and service innovation

About You

• Substantial experience in Registration in Scotland
• In-depth knowledge of relevant legislation and procedures
• Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills
• Ability to handle sensitive situations with empathy and professionalism
• Experience in staff supervision and service development
• IT literacy and familiarity with Registration systems (e.g. FER)

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and local government pension scheme
• Generous annual leave and flexible working options
• Opportunities for professional development and training
• A supportive and inclusive working environment
• The chance to make a meaningful impact in your community

Apply now to lead a vital public service that supports individuals and families at key life events.

Home / Hybrid Working Consideration

Applications for home or hybrid working will be considered for this post in accordance with East Lothian Council’s Home Working and Worksmart Policies. Home or Hybrid working options can be discussed with candidates invited for interview.

Please Note: All home/hybrid workers must live in the UK. Where an application for home-working is supported, it will be subject to a satisfactory trial period. Employees will be expected to attend Council offices for the duration of induction, and be on site in East Lothian workplaces, as required. Employees with a hybrid working arrangement in place will be office based and able to work from home, with permission, on an ad hoc basis.

Job Details

To supervise the daily operations of Registration Services to ensure high standards of services are delivered to the service users, ensuring the Council complies with the Registration of Births, Deaths and Marriages (Scotland) Act 1965, the Marriage (Scotland) Act 1977 and other relevant legislation.

Please download the Job Outline/Person Specification for the full range of tasks and duties associated with this job. You will need to refer to these in order to complete the application form. You must ensure you meet every essential criteria stated on the Person Specification to be considered for interview.

The ‘East Lothian Way’ – values and behaviours we expect our employees to demonstrate in their everyday work. Should you be invited to interview, you may be asked questions based on these behaviours.

Job Requirements

• Relevant Qualifications: Educated to HNC/SVQ3 or equivalent and/or able to demonstrate equivalent knowledge, skills and competencies gained through relevant experience.
• Certificate of Proficiency in the Law and Practice of Registration in Scotland.
• Driving Licence: As the duties of this role require you to effectively travel to successfully undertake the full remit of the role, you must hold a current driving licence and have access to a vehicle.
• Level 1 Disclosure Clearance: This role requires Level 1 Disclosure Clearance to allow access to the Public Sector Network.

Please note: If you have spent more than 3 months working or living outwith the UK in the last 5 years then you will also be required to present a copy of an overseas criminal record check.

Additional Information

For additional East Lothian Council employment information please click on the following link: www.eastlothian.gov.uk/nonteachinginfo

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If you require further information about this vacancy, please call 01620 827868, or email us on recruitment@eastlothian.gov.uk

Please note: We do not accept CVs. All our vacancies must be applied for by fully completing the on-line application form.