Administrative Officer

Administrative Officer
£12.86 per hour, rising to £13.25 after 12 weeks
Temporary, Full-Time (37 hours per week, Monday to Friday), Leeds

Our Client :
Our client is a key part of the public sector, dedicated to delivering justice across England and Wales. They are committed to continuous improvement and high standards of service, ensuring that courts and tribunals operate smoothly and efficiently.

What you'll be doing :
As an Administrative Officer, you will be essential in supporting the day-to-day operations of courts and tribunals. Your role will involve a variety of administrative tasks to ensure cases progress seamlessly and clients receive excellent service. Your responsibilities will include:
* Preparing and managing case files, documents, and court papers
* Assisting with court and tribunal hearings, including clerking and administrative support
* Handling face-to-face, telephone, and written enquiries
* Drafting correspondence, notes, reports, and standard communications
* Booking rooms, organising meetings, and preparing related materials
* Processing casework, legal documents, and financial records accurately
* Scheduling hearings, issuing legal notices, and processing warrants
* Contributing to team meetings and improvement initiatives

You may also assist in clerking the courtroom, which involves:
* Supporting the judge and managing courtroom proceedings to ensure smooth operation
* Communicating updates and acting as a liaison between jury and judge
* Speaking aloud in court and managing evidence presentation
* Preparing case papers to ensure the judge is fully briefed

What you'll bring :
* Relevant administrative experience with confidence in digital systems and data handling
* Strong communication, organisation, and customer service skills
* Ability to manage workload effectively and use initiative within established processes

What's in it for you :
* Opportunity to contribute to a respected public service
* Work that makes a real difference in people's lives
* Varied, engaging responsibilities in a supportive environment

If you're organised, proactive, and eager to support a vital public service, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now to join a dedicated team making a positive impact every day!

Please note: Due to high application volumes, if you haven't heard within 7-14 working days, your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.

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.