Admin Officer (AO)

Admin Officer (AO)
Location: Chatham (ME4 4AR)
£12.86PH
Are you someone who enjoys helping people through clear, calm support-especially when it matters? Our Client is hiring for a reputed client and is looking for an Admin Officer (AO) to provide day-to-day administrative and customer service support within a busy court environment in Chatham. This is an office-based role working 37 hours per week, office based.
What you'll be doing:
* Undertake administrative tasks to prepare for, facilitate, and conclude hearings
* Support court users and stakeholders by signposting and providing accurate information face to face, via incoming/outgoing calls, and correspondence in different formats
* Use service scripts and knowledge to ensure users receive clear, consistent guidance-including those with complex needs
* Follow complaints policies and procedures, supporting users through the process and responding quickly to help prevent escalation
* Process work using standard operating procedures to meet operational and service standards
* Handle case files with accurate data entry and secure information management, complying with retention and data loss protocols
* Manage jury service administration (selection, deferral, reassignment, attendance tracking) and related processing such as expenses and fees
* Support listing and scheduling, assist with judicial business tasks, and help with enforcement support including financial assessments and basic reports
What you'll bring:
* A strong customer-focused approach with empathy and professionalism
* Confidence using structured processes to hit performance targets while maintaining high standards
* Good attention to detail and the ability to handle sensitive information responsibly
* Calm communication skills across multiple channels-face to face, by phone, and in writing
* A practical mindset to identify risks and act promptly, including supporting health & safety activity (e.g., facility checks and incident/issue logging)

If you're ready to bring structure, clarity, and reassurance to a role that directly supports access to justice, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now via Brook Street (no CV details requested in advance, unless contacted as part of the process).

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