Court Associate

Job Description

Proud to Serve. Proud to keep justice going. Our Court Associates are essential to ensure Magistrates Court hearings run smoothly. They have the self-assurance to communicate confidently with the Judge and all participants and the skill to produce accurate and timely Court documents.

About Us

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is responsible for the administration of criminal, civil and family Courts and Tribunals in England and Wales. Our roles support our service users and colleagues within [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal], where people and businesses access potentially life-changing justice. We’re looking for individuals who are committed to public service and making a difference in people’s lives to deliver justice. If you are interested in developing a career with a real purpose, please apply.

About You

You’re a confident communicator; able to speak publicly, with the self-assurance to confidently liaise with the Judge, the defence, prosecution, media, members of the public and more, regarding complex and sensitive matters in a calm and professional manner. A real team player, working within a Legal Team and with a Judge, you’ll ensure the smooth running of all the Magistrates Courts sitting daily, able to intervene in Court when required and maximise judicial sitting time. With experience in producing exact and time critical documentation, your ability to focus will be key in taking pleas, producing Court orders and recording hearing outcomes accurately and efficiently. Resilient and keen to learn, you’re familiar with working within process and have the IT skills to adapt to new systems and technologies as we’re constantly investing in digital solutions to improve the way we deliver the justice people deserve in today’s world.

Your Skills and Experience

• Ability to be a supportive team player delivering excellent customer service and achieve effective performance.
• Able to speak publicly and within a court room environment.
• Excellent communication, organisational and prioritisation skills.
• Ability to complete documents accurately and to deadlines.
• IT proficient with the ability to learn and adapt to different technologies and software packages.

Working Arrangements

The [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] offers Hybrid Working arrangements where business need allows. This is an informal, non-contractual form of flexible working that blends working from your base location, different [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] sites and / or from home. All employees will be expected to spend a minimum of 60% of their working time in an office, subject to local estate capacity. Standard full time working hours are 37 hours per week. [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] welcomes part-time, flexible and job-sharing working patterns.

Benefits

• Annual leave: 25 days on appointment, increasing to 30 days after five years' service, plus public holidays and privilege day.
• Pension: Choice of Civil Service pension schemes.
• Training and development opportunities.
• Employee-run networks for minority groups.
• Family friendly policies including paternity, adoption, maternity leave.
• Flexible benefits such as retail vouchers and discounts.
• Free annual sight tests for screen users.

Additional Information

This role is not eligible for new Skilled Worker visas. The department cannot consider sponsoring you for this role unless you have held a Skilled Worker visa prior to 22 July 2025. Successful applicants must ensure they have and maintain the legal right to live and work in the UK.

Security check required: DBS Standard.

Contact: [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] (quote job reference 17374).