Coroner Support Officer & Listings Clerk

We are looking for a dedicated and resilient individual to join our Legal & Governance directorate as a Coroner Support Officer and Listings Clerk. This is a role suited to someone who can remain professional, calm and empathetic while supporting the public during some of the most challenging moments of their lives.

This opportunity offers genuine scope to grow and develop within a specialist team at the heart of the Coronial Service. You will work with experienced professionals, gain exposure to complex casework, and build expertise in legislation, court procedures and multi‑agency collaboration. As part of Wiltshire Council, you will benefit from a supportive environment, modern systems and the chance to contribute directly to a service with meaningful community impact.

Your daily work will involve managing inquest listings, preparing case files, coordinating hearings, handling sensitive information, engaging with bereaved families and partner agencies, and ensuring legal and procedural compliance across all aspects of the Coroner’s Court.

We are seeking someone with an awareness of the work of the Coronial Service, educated to HNC or NVQ Level 4 or able to demonstrate equivalent skills, and ideally holding a Level 3 qualification in Customer Service, Business or Public Administration. You should bring knowledge and practical experience of the Coroners and Justice Act 2009, a strong understanding of statutory requirements in relation to processing the deceased, and experience within a court setting including the preparation and collation of bundles.

Join us to make a meaningful difference in a role rooted in fairness, dignity and care. We look forward to your application.

Why us?

Wiltshire Council is a friendly, welcoming place to work, with a 'One Council' ethos. Our hybrid working model means office staff are on site for at least half their hours, community-based staff carry out at least half their admin time in a workplace, and customer-facing roles work entirely from their service location.

We are committed to creating a workplace where positive relationships thrive and everyone feels engaged, supported and able to do their best. We do not tolerate discrimination, bullying or harassment. Everyone is expected to promote a culture of inclusion, dignity, trust and respect, guided by our vision and Our Identity.

We understand that AI tools can support you in preparing job applications. However, we value authenticity and would encourage you to ensure your submission genuinely reflects your own experiences, skills, and motivations.

We are firmly committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and to the principles of inclusion and diversity in both employment and the delivery of services.