At a Glance
- Tasks: Ensure smooth court operations, produce critical documents, and support judges and participants.
- Company: Join the Ministry of Justice, dedicated to serving and upholding justice.
- Benefits: Enjoy 25 days annual leave, flexible working options, and extensive training opportunities.
- Other info: Dynamic role with opportunities for career growth and a supportive work environment.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the justice system while developing valuable skills.
- Qualifications: Strong communication skills, IT proficiency, and ability to handle sensitive information.
The predicted salary is between 24000 - 28000 £ per year.
Overview
Proud to Serve. Proud to keep justice going. Our Crown Court Clerks are essential to ensure Crown Court hearings run smoothly. They speak confidently in court, liaise effectively with the Judge and all participants, and produce accurate and timely court documents. The Crown Court Clerk training programme offers a structured yet flexible approach to building the skills required for this vital role.
Key Responsibilities
- Ensure the smooth running of all Crown Courts sitting daily, intervening in court when required.
- Maximise judicial sitting time and maintain court efficiency.
- Produce precise, time critical documentation including verdicts, arraignments, court orders and hearing outcomes.
- Maintain a calm and professional demeanor when dealing with complex and sensitive matters.
- Adapt quickly to new systems and technologies as digital solutions evolve.
Skills & Experience
- Ability to speak publicly and within a courtroom environment.
- Excellent communication, organisational and prioritisation skills.
- Ability to complete documents accurately and meet deadlines.
- IT proficiency with the capability to learn and adapt to different technologies and software packages.
- Experience working within processes and handling sensitive information.
Location
These posts are based at one of the following locations:
- Birmingham Crown Court, Queen Elizabeth II Law Courts, 1 Newton Street, Birmingham, B4 7NA
- Shrewsbury Justice Centre, Preston Street, Shrewsbury, SY2 5NX
- Stafford Combined Court, Victoria Square, Stafford, ST16 2QQ
- Stoke on Trent Combined Court, Bethesda Street, Hanley, ST1 3BP
- Warwick Combined Court, Newbold Terrace, Leamington Spa, CV32 4EL
- Wolverhampton Combined Court, Pipers Row, WV1 3LQ
- Worcester Combined Court, The Shirehall, Foregate Street, WR1 1EQ
Travel to other Crown Court locations within the West Midlands Region may be required on a rota basis once fully trained.
Working Arrangements & Benefits
- Annual leave: 25 days on appointment, increasing to 30 days after five years of service.
- Flexible working options including part time, flexible and job sharing arrangements.
- Standard full time working hours are 37 hours per week.
- Pension: The Civil Service offers a choice of pension schemes.
- Training: Extensive range of staff development and training opportunities.
- Family Friendly policies such as reduced hours or job sharing.
- Paid parental leave: paternity, adoption and maternity leave.
- Free annual screening tests for employees who use computer screens.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
MoJ is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing everyone with the opportunity to demonstrate their skills and abilities.
Disability Inclusive
As a Disability Confident employer, MoJ is committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and workplace to enable disabled candidates to succeed.
Veterans
MoJ supports veterans through a guaranteed interview scheme to provide eligible former Armed Forces members with opportunities to secure rewarding jobs.
Crown Court Clerk employer: Job Search Place Limited
The Ministry of Justice is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and inclusive work environment for Crown Court Clerks in the West Midlands. With a strong commitment to employee development, flexible working arrangements, and generous annual leave, we empower our staff to thrive both personally and professionally. Join us in serving justice while enjoying a fulfilling career with opportunities for growth and a focus on equality and diversity.
