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HM Courts & Tribunals Service (HMCTS)

Jan 26

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  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior, Mid & Senior Level
  • Government & Politics
    People, HR & Administration
  • Norwich

Requirements

  • · Ability to motivate and support your team to deliver excellent customer service and achieve effective performance.
  • · Able to speak publicly and within a court room environment.
  • · Excellent communication, organisational and prioritisation skills.
  • · Ability to complete documents accurately and to deadlines.
  • · IT proficient with the ability to learn and adapt to different technologies and software packages.

Responsibilities

  • Our Crown Court Clerks are essential to ensure Crown Court hearings run smoothly.
  • They have the self-assurance to communicate confidently with the Judge and all participants and the skill to produce accurate and timely Court documents.
  • Our Crown Court Clerk training programme provides a structured yet flexible approach to building the skills required to perform this vital role.
  • This position includes line management responsibility.
  • With experience in producing exact and time critical documentation, your ability to focus will be key in taking verdicts, conducting arraignments, producing Court orders and recording hearing outcomes accurately and efficiently.
  • You recognise the importance of the team’s overall wellbeing and meet objectives by setting clear direction and measuring through team and individual meetings.
  • Resilient and keen to learn, you’re familiar with working within process and have the IT skills to adapt to new systems and technologies as we’re constantly investing in digital solutions to improve the way we deliver the justice people deserve in today’s world.
  • You’re a confident communicator; able to speak publicly, with the self-assurance to confidently liaise with the Judge, the defence, prosecution, media, members of the public and more, regarding complex and sensitive matters in a calm and professional manner.
  • A real team player, working with the clerking team, you’ll ensure the smooth running of all the Crown Courts sitting daily, able to intervene in Court when required and maximise judicial sitting time.
  • Ability to motivate and support your team to deliver excellent customer service and achieve effective performance.
  • Able to speak publicly and within a court room environment.
  • Excellent communication, organisational and prioritisation skills.
  • Ability to complete documents accurately and to deadlines.
  • IT proficient with the ability to learn and adapt to different technologies and software packages.

FAQs

What is the salary range for the Court Clerk position?

The salary range for the Court Clerk position is £28,312 - £30,011.

Where is the Court Clerk position based?

The Court Clerk position is based at Norwich Combined, NR3 1UR.

What type of contract is being offered for this role?

The position is a permanent contract.

What are the working patterns available for this Court Clerk role?

The working patterns available include flexible working, full-time, job share, and part-time options.

What qualifications or skills are required for the Court Clerk position?

Candidates should have excellent communication, organisational, and prioritisation skills, the ability to motivate a team, the capability to complete documents accurately to deadlines, and be IT proficient.

Is there a training program for new recruits in this role?

Yes, there is a Crown Court Clerk training programme that provides a structured yet flexible approach to building the skills required for this vital role.

What benefits does the Court Clerk position offer?

Benefits include access to learning and development, a supportive working environment for flexible work options, a Civil Service pension with an employer contribution of 28.97%, annual leave, public holidays, and season ticket advance.

What does the role of a Court Clerk involve?

The role involves ensuring Crown Court hearings run smoothly, producing accurate and timely court documents, and liaising confidently with judges and participants.

Will the successful candidate need to undergo any background checks?

Yes, successful candidates must undergo a criminal record check and complete baseline personnel security standard checks.

What is the minimum working hours expected for this role?

The successful candidate will be required to work a minimum of 30 hours per week.

Are there opportunities for career development in this position?

Yes, the role provides opportunities to develop your career in the Civil Service, with support for learning and development.

How is the selection process conducted for this role?

The selection process uses Success Profiles to assess candidates based on their behaviours, strengths, and experiences.

What is required in terms of nationality for applicants?

The job is open to UK nationals, nationals of the Republic of Ireland, Commonwealth nationals with the right to work in the UK, and specific EU nationals under certain conditions.

How can applicants get in touch for further inquiries?

Applicants can contact the SSCL Recruitment Enquiries Team via email at moj-recruitment-vetting-enquiries@resourcing.soprasteria.co.uk or by telephone at 0845 241 5359.

Is interview feedback provided?

Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.

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HM Courts & Tribunals Service (HMCTS)

We're responsible for the administration of criminal, civil and family courts and tribunals in England and Wales.

Law
Industry
1001-5000
Employees
2011
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

This is the official LinkedIn page for the HM Courts & Tribunals Service. We are responsible for the administration of criminal, civil and family courts and tribunals in England and Wales. We are also responsible for non-devolved tribunals in Scotland and Northern Ireland. We work with an independent judiciary to provide a fair, efficient and effective justice system. We employ around 17,000 staff and operate from locations in England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland. Through the courts and tribunals we give people and businesses access to justice, including: - victims and witnesses of crime - defendants accused of crimes - consumers in debt or with other disputes - people involved in the adoption or protection of children - businesses involved in commercial disputes - individuals asserting their employment rights or challenging the decisions of government bodies - people affected by relationship breakdown We follow the Ministry of Justice’s strategic vision for reform, to create a more effective, less costly and more responsive justice system for the public. We’re responsible for: - providing the supporting administration for a fair, efficient and accessible courts and tribunal system - supporting an independent judiciary in the administration of justice - driving improvements across all aspects of the administration of the courts and tribunals - collaborating effectively with other justice organisations and agencies, including the legal professions, to improve access to justice - working with government departments and agencies to improve the quality and timeliness of their decision- making, which will reduce the number of cases coming before courts and tribunals All our commercial contract opportunities over £10,000 can be found on the GOV.UK Contract Finder service: https://www.gov.uk/contracts-finder For more information on how we use social media, visit: https://bit.ly/2TDvAUV

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