We are looking to appoint three dedicated Administrators to the Coroners Service. If you are organised, efficient, and committed to supporting your community during sensitive times, we encourage you to apply.

As a Coroner Service Administrator, you will play a crucial role in the smooth operation of the Coroner’s office, providing essential administrative support for inquests and related proceedings. This position is ideal for individuals who combine strong organisational skills with empathy, assisting the Coroner, Coroner’s officers, and bereaved families.

We seek candidates who consistently deliver high standards of customer service, offer compassionate support to families, and collaborate effectively with external agencies. professionalism, reliability, and a respectful approach are vital for success in this role

What will you be doing?

Key Responsibilities:

Managing and maintaining accurate and confidential records and case files.

Processing referrals and incoming correspondence, including email, telephone and postal enquiries.

Supporting the preparation and administration of inquests and court hearings.

Undertaking court usher duties, welcoming attendees and assisting with hearing arrangements.

Liaising with bereaved families, legal representatives, healthcare organisations, funeral directors and other partner agencies.

Managing diaries, arranging meetings and booking hearing venues.

Monitoring and recording reports and documentation received from external organisations.

Providing general administrative support to ensure the smooth running of the Coroners Service.

About you

We're looking for someone who:

Has excellent organisational and administrative skills with strong attention to detail.

Can manage competing priorities and work effectively under pressure.

Is confident using Microsoft Office applications and other digital systems.

Demonstrates professionalism, discretion and a commitment to confidentiality.

Communicates clearly and compassionately with a wide range of people.

Is comfortable dealing with sensitive and sometimes distressing situations.

Works well independently whilst also contributing positively to a team environment.

Is committed to providing excellent customer service.

Our benefits

We value our colleagues in Cambridgeshire County Council and have developed a number of benefits in addition to the basics like annual leave, sick pay, pension and mileage…

A comprehensive wellbeing package to cover all aspects of wellbeing, both in and out of work, which can also be accessed by your family

Buy up to 4 weeks additional annual leave (pro-rata) through our salary sacrifice scheme

Take your bank holidays flexibly to better suit your personal circumstances

Make Additional Voluntary Contributions (Shared AVCs) to your pension with tax and National Insurance savings

Access to development opportunities, apprenticeships and qualified coaches to support your personal and professional growth

Paid volunteering hours each year so you can make a positive impact on our community during your normal working day

Access to Peer Support Groups through our IDEAL staff equality, diversity and inclusion network

Opportunities to nominate and receive Employee Recognition Awards

An Our Cambs Rewards account, giving you access to in-store and online discounts as well as our Car Lease and Cycle to Work schemes

Take a look at our Employment Benefits Brochure attached to this advert to find out more.

About us

Cambridgeshire is a great place to work and live with a diverse population, an urban centre in Cambridge, historic Isle of Ely, Huntingdon and St Ives as well as more rural landscapes.

Our four values are central to our culture, driving everything we do.