Criminal Justice Casework Officer

Red Snapper Recruitment Limited; Remote; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Administrator to work remotely as a Criminal Justice Casework Officer. The role involves preparing case files for the Criminal Justice System, monitoring responses from the CPS, and ensuring high-quality prosecution file submissions. Essential qualifications include proven experience in administrative tasks and a good grasp of redaction principles. Apply now to be part of a vital support role in the justice system. Competitive hourly rate offered.

Qualifications

• Experience in a busy administrative environment with complex tasks.
• Knowledge of GDPR and protection of identity.

Responsibilities

• Prepare case files for the Criminal Justice System.
• Triage and submit case files to the CPS.
• Quality-assure prosecution files for submission.

Skills

Proven experience in administrative tasks

Understanding of redaction principles

Job description

RSR are currently recruiting for an experienced Administrator to work as a Criminal Justice Casework Officer on a long-term, full-time contract. The role pays £13.53 per hour (PAYE). This is a remote working position.

Job Purpose

To support the effective progression of cases through the Criminal Justice System by preparing case files in accordance with Service Level Agreements.

Key Responsibilities

1. Act as a gatekeeper for non‑custody cases. Obtain, triage, quality‑assure and submit case files to the CPS for pre‑charge advice, in line with National File Standards and the Director Generals' Guidelines on disclosure.
2. Monitor and receive responses and charging decisions from the CPS and disseminate to the OIC.
3. Prepare, quality‑assure and submit accurate prosecution files which help to ensure successful prosecution rates.
4. Obtain, quality‑assure, redact, reformat and prepare any supporting/additional evidence. Liaise with the OIC and the CPS to undertake further evidential enquiries when required, ensuring they are managed within the agreed timeframes.
5. Develop and apply knowledge of National File Standards, legal points to prove and disclosure protocols to ensure that key evidence accompanies prosecution files before submission to the CPS.
6. Undertake daily disposal searches and ensure prosecution materials are provided to the CPS by morning deadline. Conduct further hourly checks to ensure all required information is provided to the CPS and the Courts to ensure an effective remand court hearing.

Essential

• Proven experience working in a busy administrative environment, undertaking complex administrative tasks to a high standard.
• Good understanding of redaction principles regarding protection of identity and GDPR.

Desirable

• Previous experience working within a policing and/or criminal justice environment.

If you would like to be considered for this position and have the relevant experience, then please apply now.