Administrative Assistant

We are working with Warrington Council to find an Administrator on a temporary basis.

Length of role: Initial 3 months

We are seeking an Administration and Premise Officer to provide essential administrative and clerical support to H.M. Coroner and the team, ensuring efficient operation in accordance with statutes and related guidance. This role includes managing the listing and coordination of Inquest hearings, court diary monitoring, daily website updates, and premise management responsibilities.

Day-to-day of the role:

• Provide suitable dates and list Inquest hearings on the Coroner’s Court website.
• Issue witness summonses and track responses, following up as necessary.
• Send notifications concerning specific Inquests to solicitors, counsel, hospital trusts, care homes, and family members.
• Update the WPC case management system with communications from professionals and witnesses, ensuring timely updates to the Coroner and team members.
• Upload documentation and correspondence onto the WPC system.
• Handle phone enquiries regarding the Inquest process and correspond with Interested Persons surrounding Inquest queries.
• Compile and prepare physical files for Coroners before Inquest hearings.
• Create audio recordings of Inquest hearings and prepare discs.
• Manage premises and assist in clerking smaller-scale Inquests, supporting Court Ushers and Coroner’s Officers.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Proven experience in administrative duties.
• Proficiency in word processing applications and the ability to operate work processor hardware and software.
• Excellent ability to interpret written and verbal instructions for recording and filing - information.
• Strong organizational skills to carry out work in a logical sequence and manage various administrative systems.
• Excellent communication skills, both on the telephone and in person.