Job Description

Exciting Administrative Support Opportunity at Bristol Civil and Family Justice Centre!

Brook Street is delighted to offer an excellent full-time, temporary role within the Bristol Civil and Family Justice Centre. This is an incredible opportunity to work closely with the judiciary in a fast-paced legal environment-perfect for recent Law or Criminology graduates looking to gain hands-on experience in the justice system!

Why You'll Love This Role:

✅ Work-Life Balance - Enjoy a full-time schedule of 37 hours per week (Monday-Friday).
✅ Career Growth - This temporary contract runs until 30/06/2025, with the potential for extension or even a permanent position when one becomes available.
✅ Competitive Pay - Earn £12.53 per hour while developing valuable skills in a legal setting.
✅ Prime Location - Work at the Bristol Civil and Family Justice Centre, BS1 6GR a central and well-connected location.
✅ Immediate Start - Begin as soon as vetting is completed and make an impact from day one!

What You'll Be Doing:

As an Admin Officer, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation of the court. Your responsibilities will include:

📌 Courtroom Support & Management - Sit in on civil, family, or tribunal courts, assisting the judiciary by managing the courtroom and accurately recording hearings.
📌 Video Hearings Administration - Set up and support virtual court hearings via Microsoft Teams and the HMCTS Cloud Video Platform (CVP).
📌 Case Administration & Data Entry - Process and input civil, family, or employment tribunal cases, ensuring all information is recorded accurately.
📌 Communication & Correspondence - Liaise with judges, legal professionals, and court users, handling calls and inquiries with professionalism and discretion.
📌 General Administrative Support - Manage documents, emails, and legal paperwork, ensuring efficiency in court operations.

What We're Looking For:

✔ Strong IT Skills - Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook is essential.
✔ Excellent Communication & Listening Skills - You will be engaging with judges, legal teams, and the public daily.
✔ Resilience & Attention to Detail - Taking accurate notes on court evidence requires focus and composure under pressure.
✔ A Team Player - Ability to work collaboratively while handling confidential and sensitive information.
✔ Administrative Experience - Previous experience in an administrative role is beneficial, but training will be provided.

This role offers an invaluable opportunity to gain first-hand experience in the legal system, making it ideal for those with a background in Law or Criminology who are eager to kick-start their careers!

📢 Apply now and take the first step toward an exciting future in the UK's justice system!

The successful candidate will be subject to a basic DBS check and a 3-year referencing check.

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.