Administrative Assistant

• Manage court administration: prepare, update, distribute, track and file documents, bundles, records and databases (paper and electronic)
• Support judiciary and court staff by collecting and delivering files, bundles and hearing lists
• Handle correspondence: audio/copy typing, standard letters, forms, acknowledgements, court orders and routine drafting
• Process post: open, sort, distribute, collect and dispatch mail
• Maintain court resources including the Court Library, e-transcripts and records
• Perform data entry, result recording, accuracy checks and basic financial tasks (e.g. jury payments, petty cash)
• Monitor and manage office stock, stationery and supplies
• Operate office and court equipment (computers, scanners, photocopiers, telephones, recording equipment)
• Answer telephone enquiries and relay messages
• Arrange meetings, hearings and travel using electronic diaries
• Support court operations: prepare rooms, receive court users, provide usher cover when required

• Strong organisational and administrative skills
• Accurate data entry and attention to detail
• Competence with office IT systems and equipment
• Clear written and verbal communication
• Ability to follow procedures and handle confidential information
• Time management and ability to prioritise tasks
• Basic financial handling skills
• Professional, courteous approach to court users and colleagues

Training provided