Admin Officer (Court Usher duties)

Administrative Officer (Court Usher Duties)
Location: City of Brighton of Hove Trial Centre - Hove BN3 3BN
If you take pride in getting every detail right-and want your work to genuinely support justice-this is a brilliant opportunity to join a professional, supportive team at a busy court environment. Our Client is hiring for a reputed client to help keep day-to-day operations running smoothly, while offering clear processes and the chance to develop.

What you'll be doing:
* Provide administrative support to ensure efficient day-to-day court operations
* Manage incoming and outgoing correspondence, including scanning, filing and accurate record-keeping
* Assist with preparing case documentation and carry out routine information checks
* Update records and retrieve information using office systems and databases
* Complete general admin tasks such as document formatting, data entry and file management
* Support hearings and related activities by coordinating with colleagues to keep things on time
* Maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information in line with policies and procedures
* Respond to queries from internal stakeholders and, where appropriate, members of the public
* Carry out Court Usher responsibilities, including reception of court users and answering face-to-face enquiries
* Keep parties informed of changes (e.g., courtrooms and hearing times) and call people into hearing rooms in priority order
* Escort court users into and out of the building and support with formal procedures (including swearing oaths)
* Liaise with relevant parties as needed (including Court Clerks, Legal Advisers and the Witness Service)

What you'll bring:
* Strong administrative ability with a keen eye for detail and accuracy
* Excellent written and verbal communication, with a calm, respectful approach
* Confidence working in a fast-paced environment-able to manage competing priorities and deadlines
* Confident IT skills, including accurate data entry and strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office (especially Word and Excel)
* Understanding of confidentiality and information-handling requirements
* A professional, dependable attitude when working with sensitive matters
* Outstanding people skills and the ability to communicate effectively with individuals from a wide range of backgrounds
* Highly organised time management and attention to detail
* The ability to stay impartial, professional and respectful-even when handling explicit, distressing or sensitive details
Ready to bring order, accuracy and reassurance to a vital public service?

Apply now to join Brighton Magistrate's Court as an Administrative Officer.

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