At a Glance
- Tasks: Ensure smooth Crown Court hearings and produce accurate court documents.
- Company: Join the Civil Service, dedicated to justice and public service.
- Benefits: 25 days annual leave, flexible working, and extensive training opportunities.
- Other info: Dynamic role with opportunities for growth and a supportive team environment.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the justice system while developing your career.
- Qualifications: Strong communication and organisational skills, with experience in court settings.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Overview
Our Crown Court Clerks are essential to ensure Crown Court hearings run smoothly.
They speak in court, communicate confidently with judges and all participants, and produce accurate and timely court documents.
Responsibilities
- Speak publicly in court and liaise with judges, defence, prosecution, media and the public.
- Produce accurate court orders, recording hearing outcomes and conduct arraignments.
- Manage operations of daily Crown Court sittings and intervene in court when required.
- Provide leadership, set clear direction, and support team to deliver excellent customer service.
- Maintain and improve the quality of service experience for justice users.
- Travel to Southend Crown Court as required.
Qualifications
- Proactive communicator with experience in court settings.
- Strong organisational, prioritisation and documentation skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
- IT proficiency and ability to learn new systems and technology.
- Ability to motivate and support a team, with experience delivering quality service.
- Resilient, multi‑tasking, and capable of handling complex and sensitive matters.
- Working Arrangements
Full‑time, 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday, office based at Basildon Crown Court with regular travel to Southend Crown Court.
Hybrid working is available but requires a minimum of 60% time in the office at a Ministry of Justice building (HQ, JCC or JSO).
Licence to work in the UK is a legal requirement.
Skilled Worker visas are not eligible for new sponsors.
Benefits
- Annual leave: 25 days on appointment, increasing to 30 days after five years.
- Flexibility for public holidays and a privilege day.
- Choice of civil service pension schemes.
- Extensive training and development opportunities.
- Employee‑run networks for diversity and inclusion.
- Family friendly policies, including reduced hours and job sharing.
- Paid paternity, adoption and maternity leave.
- Free annual sight tests for employees using computer screens.
- Equal Opportunities
The Civil Service is committed to attracting, retaining and investing in talent wherever it is found.
We recognise and value the skills of former members of the armed forces, and other diverse groups.
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