Job Description

Administration Officer - Ministry of Justice

Location: Sheffield

Pay: £11.88

Job Type: Temporary

Sector: Public Sector

Hours: 37 hours a week

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About the Client:

The Ministry of Justice is a major government department, at the heart of the justice system. They work to protect and advance the principles of justice. Their vision is to deliver a world-class justice system that works for everyone in society.

What Will Be Your Day to Day Tasks?

Administrative Officers are assigned to teams to carry out a variety of general administrative duties to progress cases through the court/tribunal system. To do so your duties will include but not be limited to:

• Preparing papers and files for court, tribunals, hearings and meetings.
• Producing court/tribunal documents.
• General photocopying and filing.
• Creating and updating records on in-house computer system and data input.
• Post opening and dispatch.
• Booking, preparing and organising meeting rooms.
• Preparing meeting agenda, joining instructions and handouts.

You will also aid in clerking the courtroom, which will involve:

• Assisting the judge and managing the courtroom, ensuring it runs smoothly and that everyone is in the right place at the right time.
• Implementing any updates and informing the judge
• Preparing all the case papers for the judge to make sure they are fully prepared for court.

What's in this for you?

Applying for the Administration Officer role with the Ministry of Justice offers a compelling opportunity to be at the heart of the justice system's daily operations. As an integral part of the ministry, you will be instrumental in ensuring administrative efficiency, maintaining meticulous records, and supporting the coordination of essential functions.

This position provides a unique chance to contribute to the delivery of justice, fostering a sense of responsibility and civic duty. Working in a flexible environment, you will gain valuable experience in administrative processes specific to the legal sector.

If you are conscientious, possess strong organisational skills, and are eager to play a vital role in upholding the principles of justice, applying for this position is a meaningful step towards contributing to the core functions of the Ministry of Justice.

Diversity in the workplace:

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