Job Description

Are you seeking a dynamic administrative role that offers the chance to make a difference? Brook Street has an exciting opportunity for you to join HM Courts and Tribunals Service (HMCTS) as an Administrative Officer in Bournemouth!

Role: Administrative Officer
Location: Courts Of Justice, Deansleigh Road, Bournemouth, BH7 7DS
Contract: Temporary ongoing assignment (6 months with potential extension)
Hours: Full-Time, Monday to Friday (09:00-17:00)
Pay Rate: £11.59 to start with, after 12 working weeks £11.88 p/h

About Our Client:
HM Courts and Tribunals Service plays a pivotal role in the justice system, ensuring that court processes run smoothly and efficiently. By joining us, you'll contribute to a vital mission-supporting the legal framework that upholds justice.

Your Role:
As an Administrative Officer, you will be an essential part of our team, facilitating the progression of cases through the court and providing vital support to various functions within HMCTS. Your responsibilities will include:

• File Preparation: Create electronic files for court, tribunals, hearings, and meetings.
• Document Production: Generate necessary court documents to support legal proceedings.
• Administrative Tasks: Handle general photocopying, filing, and post opening/dispatch.
• Data Management: Create and update records in our in-house computer system, ensuring accurate data input.
• Communication: Address a variety of telephone enquiries with professionalism and clarity.

Why This Role Is Exciting:

• Impactful Work: Contribute directly to the administration of justice and support court users, including members of the Judiciary and legal professionals.
• Varied Responsibilities: Engage in a range of tasks daily, from managing documentation to handling enquiries, ensuring no two days are alike.
• Professional Development: Gain invaluable experience within the legal sector and enhance your administrative skills while collaborating with a dedicated team.
• Supportive Environment: Work within a team that values collaboration and teamwork, where your contributions are recognised and appreciated.

What We're Looking For:

• Technical Skills: Proficient in Word, Excel, Microsoft Teams, and PowerPoint to efficiently manage tasks.
• Team Player: You thrive in a collaborative environment, working well with colleagues to achieve shared objectives.
• Detail-Oriented: You have a keen eye for detail and the ability to maintain accurate records, handling sensitive information confidentially.
• Excellent Communicator: Your strong interpersonal skills enable you to navigate various situations professionally and empathetically.
• Adaptable Problem-Solver: Capable of managing multiple tasks and addressing challenges as they arise.

All offers are subject to a basic DBS check, along with 3 years of referencing.

ABOUT US

Brook Street is proud to support the Armed Forces Covenant and as such, we guarantee to interview all candidates who are veterans or spouses/partners of military personnel, and who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy.

As a Disability Confident Leader, and holder of the Gold Award status from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, Brook Street, as a supplier to the Public Sector Resourcing Framework (PSR), will offer you a guaranteed interview with a PSR Sourcer.

Should you identify as a candidate with a disability and/or as a veteran or spouse/partner of military personnel and meet all the essential criteria for the role, we encourage you to reach out to us via the Brook Street website. Here you will find a link to register your interest and state the role that you are interested in. We are committed to engaging with you.

In cases where we have a high volume of ex-military candidates/military spouses/partners, who meet all of the essential criteria, Brook Street will interview the best candidates from within that group.