Coroner's Support Officer - Empathetic Case Liaison

Surrey County Council; Woking; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in Woking is seeking a Coroner's Support Officer to assist in delivering judicial duties with empathy to bereaved families. The role involves recording deaths, managing communications, and providing administrative support to coroner officers. Ideal candidates will have experience within a coronial service or similar field, possess strong analytical skills, and showcase excellent customer service. This full-time role offers a salary of £30,647 annually and additional benefits including leave and a pension scheme.

Benefits

26 days' holiday (rising to 31)

Generous pension scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Experience of working within a coronial service or investigatory profession.
• Ability to provide high levels of customer care and professionalism.
• Strong analytical skills to perform investigative duties.

Responsibilities

• Record deaths and progress investigations referred to the Coroner.
• Handle queries and complaints independently.
• Summon and administer jurors for Coroner's Inquests.

Skills

Experience in coronial service

Analytical ability

Customer care

Report writing

Excellent IT skills

Job description

A local government authority in Woking is seeking a Coroner's Support Officer to assist in delivering judicial duties with empathy to bereaved families. The role involves recording deaths, managing communications, and providing administrative support to coroner officers. Ideal candidates will have experience within a coronial service or similar field, possess strong analytical skills, and showcase excellent customer service. This full-time role offers a salary of £30,647 annually and additional benefits including leave and a pension scheme.