Assistant to Coroner’s Court Manager needed in Westminster, £21.31ph PAYE – Reference: RQ1408730
- Assist with court operations, legal, IT, financial, and administrative duties related to death investigations.
- Support the timely and effective handling of death referrals, investigations, and inquests.
- Manage complex and sensitive cases alongside the Coroner’s Court Manager.
- Liaise with hospitals and mortuaries to ensure timely post-mortem procedures and capacity management.
- Assist in preparing and submitting returns to the Chief Coroner or Lord Chancellor.
- Prepare case papers, summarise important facts, liaise with solicitors and witnesses, and attend hearings.
- Maintain and oversee IT systems, serving as a super user for the case management system.
- Help manage service contracts and administrative tasks including correspondence and data entry.
- Assist in the management of the court diary, jury inquests, and provide support during hearings.
- Offer guidance and updates to bereaved families and facilitate post-inquest processes.
This is a Full time role on a temporary contract basis.
If you are interested in the role please apply on our website with your CV, alternatively you can email your CV to katie@essentialemploy.co.uk quoting the reference number.
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