Coroners Case Manager — Temp (3–6 months)

Belmont Recruitment; City Of London; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Westminster Council is seeking a Coroners Officer on a temporary basis (3–6 months) with a view to extension or permanent appointment for the right candidate. You will support coronial investigations from referral to inquest and ensure legal standards are met while maintaining public safety.

Responsibilities include managing a caseload, handling reports from police and medical professionals, preparing inquest files, coordinating witness attendance and maintaining secure records in line with data

Qualifications

• Experience in a coronial/legal environment.
• Ability to work with bereaved families with sensitivity.
• Strong case management skills and ability to prioritise deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Undertake judicial instructions and orders of the Coroner and assist senior coroner staff.
• Manage a personal caseload from referral to conclusion.
• Receive and assess reports of death from police, medical professionals and the public.
• Prepare and collate inquest files, including statements, reports and police documentation.
• Identify witnesses and schedule attendance at inquests where required.
• Maintain accurate case records in line with data protection requirements.

Skills

Coronial environment

Case management

Bereaved families handling

Legal/statutory knowledge

Job description

Westminster Council is seeking a Coroners Officer on a temporary basis (3–6 months) with a view to extension or permanent appointment for the right candidate. You will support coronial investigations from referral to inquest and ensure legal standards are met while maintaining public safety.

Responsibilities include managing a caseload, handling reports from police and medical professionals, preparing inquest files, coordinating witness attendance and maintaining secure records in line with data