Customer Service Officer – HMCTS (North Shields)
Pay – £12.86 per hour
Monday – Friday – 37 hours per week
Temporary assignment until March 2027
Must have valid right to work and be able to pass a DBS.
Our client, a reputable government organisation, is hiring for a Customer Service Officer to join their team in North Shields. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to the justice system by providing vital support and ensuring smooth court operations.
What you’ll be doing
- Undertake all administrative tasks to prepare for, facilitate, and conclude hearings.
- Assist users and stakeholders through face‑to‑face engagement, telephone calls (incoming and outgoing), and responding to correspondence in various formats.
- Provide clear, consistent information to users, including those with complex needs, to help them participate effectively in justice processes.
- Use HMCTS service scripts and knowledge articles to direct users to relevant services and support.
- Support users through complaints procedures, offering immediate assistance to prevent escalation, and updating relevant systems.
- Identify risks related to HMCTS buildings and inform the Senior Person on Site as needed.
- Process work in line with standard operating procedures to meet performance and service standards.
- Manage case files with accurate data entry, secure information handling, and compliance with data retention protocols.
- Handle jury service tasks, including selection, deferrals, reassignments, attendance tracking, and processing expenses.
- Assist with listing and scheduling to optimise judicial time and respond to urgent matters.
- Provide judicial support such as diary management and administrative assistance.
- Support enforcement activities, including financial assessments and producing basic reports.
- Contribute to health and safety operations, including facility checks, issue logging, and safety governance.
What you’ll bring
- Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage professionally across multiple contact methods.
- Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and maintain confidentiality.
- Experience in administrative support or customer service roles is desirable.
- Knowledge of court or legal processes is advantageous.
- Ability to work effectively under pressure and adapt to changing priorities.
- A proactive approach to problem solving and risk identification.
Location
North Shields
This role offers a rewarding chance to support the justice system and make a positive impact. If you’re organised, empathetic, and eager to contribute to a vital public service, we want to hear from you!
Apply now to join a dedicated team committed to delivering fair and efficient justice services.
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