Coroners Service Administrator

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Job Reference Ref/165648/9519

Apply for this job Number of Positions: 1 Contract Type: Full Time Contract Details: Permanent Salary Range : £26,106 - £29,071 Working Hours: 37 Location: Vantage House, 9 Washingley Road Huntingdon Closing Date: 06/11/2026 Job Category: Administration Organisation: Cambridgeshire County Council

Our benefits

We value our colleagues in Cambridgeshire County Council and have developed a number of benefits in addition to the basics like annual leave, sick pay, pension and mileage…

• A comprehensive wellbeing package to cover all aspects of wellbeing, both in and out of work, which can also be accessed by your family
• Buy up to 4 weeks additional annual leave (pro-rata) through our salary sacrifice scheme
• Take your bank holidays flexibly to better suit your personal circumstances
• Make Additional Voluntary Contributions (Shared AVCs) to your pension with tax and National Insurance savings
• Access to development opportunities, apprenticeships and qualified coaches to support your personal and professional growth
• Paid volunteering hours each year so you can make a positive impact on our community during your normal working day
• Access to Peer Support Groups through our IDEAL staff equality, diversity and inclusion network
• Opportunities to nominate and receive Employee Recognition Awards
• An Our Cambs Rewards account, giving you access to in-store and online discounts as well as our Car Lease and Cycle to Work schemes

Take a look at our Employment Benefits Brochure attached to this advert to find out more.

About the role

We are seeking to appoint a dedicated and professional Administrator to join the Coroners Service. If you are highly organised, efficient, and motivated by making a difference within your community during some of the most challenging times in people's lives, we would welcome your application.

As a Coroner Service Administrator, you will play a vital role in supporting the day-to-day operation of the Coroner's Service. You will provide essential administrative support for investigations, inquests, and related proceedings, ensuring cases progress efficiently and sensitively. This role is well suited to someone who combines excellent organisational and communication skills with empathy and professionalism.

We are looking for candidates who are committed to delivering a high standard of customer service, can provide compassionate support to bereaved families, and are able to work effectively with a wide range of partner agencies and stakeholders. Professionalism, attention to detail, reliability, and a respectful approach are essential qualities for success in this rewarding role.

This is a full-time, office-based position working 37 hours per week. 

For more information or to chat about this opportunity please contact Emma Robertson - [email removed]

What will you be doing?

Key Responsibilities:

• Managing and maintaining accurate and confidential records.
• Processing referrals and incoming correspondence, including email, telephone and postal enquiries.
• Supporting the preparation and administration of inquests and court hearings.
• Undertaking court usher duties, welcoming attendees and assisting with hearing arrangements.
• Liaising with bereaved families, legal representatives, healthcare organisations, funeral directors and other partner agencies.
• Managing diaries, arranging meetings and booking hearing venues.
• Monitoring and recording reports and documentation received from external organisations.
• Providing general administrative support to e