Coroner Support Officer

3 months contract Role with a local authority

Summary

• The Support Officer to HM Coroner provides high\-quality administrative and operational support to ensure the effective and lawful delivery of coronial services. This role is critical in supporting investigations into deaths, ensuring compliance with statutory requirements, maintaining accurate records, and liaising sensitively with bereaved families, professionals, and partner agencies.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive administrative support to HM Coroner and the wider coronial team.


• Manage case files, ensuring all documentation is accurate, up\-to\-date, and compliant with legal and procedural requirements.


• Coordinate and prepare documentation for inquests, hearings, and investigations.


• Act as a key point of contact for bereaved families, legal representatives, medical professionals, and external agencies.


• Communicate sensitively and professionally, providing guidance on coronial processes and responding to enquiries.


• Liaise with police, hospitals, registrars, and other relevant bodies to obtain required information promptly.

Requirements

• Experience: Experience in an administrative or support role within a legal, public sector, or regulated environment. Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple cases and priorities effectively. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to handle sensitive situations with empathy and professionalism.


• Qualifications: Educated to GCSE level (or equivalent) including English and Maths. Demonstrable experience in an administrative role with strong organisational skills.

Additional Information

• Working hours: 30 hours per week.


• No home working.


• Hours vary depending on inquests.


• We work on a bi\-weekly schedule.

The Support Officer to HM Coroner provides high\-quality administrative and operational support to ensure the effective and lawful delivery of coronial services

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