Court Administrative Officer – On-Site, Permanent Role

Scottish Courts and Tribunal Service; Inverness; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Disability Confident employer

Job summary

Scottish Courts and Tribunal Service in Inverness is seeking an Administrative Officer to join a full-time, permanent team based at Inverness Sheriff Court. The role is fully on-site and focuses on supporting case progression and efficient daily operations within a stable public sector environment.

You will gain hands-on experience in a structured setting, with access to ongoing training, clear development pathways, and the security of public service employment, including a competitive pension.

Qualifications

• Strong admin and organisational skills.
• Good attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.
• Clear, professional communication skills.
• A calm, respectful approach when dealing with the public.
• Ability to work well in a team and manage your own workload.

Responsibilities

• Process court documents and correspondence accurately and on time.
• Update and maintain case records on SCTS systems.
• Prepare paperwork and files for court hearings.
• Carry out general administrative tasks and manage payments.
• Support post‑court activities such as issuing correspondence and preparing minutes.

Skills

Admin skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Client/public interaction

Teamwork

Job description

Scottish Courts and Tribunal Service in Inverness is seeking an Administrative Officer to join a full-time, permanent team based at Inverness Sheriff Court. The role is fully on-site and focuses on supporting case progression and efficient daily operations within a stable public sector environment.

You will gain hands-on experience in a structured setting, with access to ongoing training, clear development pathways, and the security of public service employment, including a competitive pension.