Administration Team Leader

South London Coroner’s Court - Administrative Team Leader

Grade: 11 (£45,510 to £47,532 pro rata)

Location: South London Coroner’s Court, Davis House, Robert Street, Croydon, CR0 1QQ.  This role is predominantly Court-based with some opportunities for home working.

Hours per week: 18 per week, job share.
Contract type: Permanent 
Closing date: Monday 21st July 2025

About South London Coroner’s Court

Coroners investigate certain deaths in their jurisdiction that are deemed to be unnatural, violent, or where the cause is unknown.  The South London Coroner’s Court serves the four London boroughs of Bexley, Bromley, Croydon and Sutton, and Croydon Council is the lead authority and responsible for providing resources and staffing to support the Coroners and the running of the court.

About the role

Are you looking for a challenging and rewarding career in the public sector? Do you have experience in managing staff and overseeing complex processes? If so, you might be the perfect candidate for the role of job share Administrative Team Leader for South London Coroner’s Court.

The role is responsible for leading the team of administrative staff who support the Coroners in conducting inquests into deaths that are violent, unnatural, sudden, or of unknown cause.  The role requires good understanding of the coronial system and the relevant legislation, as well as strong leadership, problem-solving and decision-making skills.  It is also a hands-on role to make sure that the team’s work is carried out efficiently, sensitively, and in accordance with the law.

You will work closely with different people, like families who have lost someone, funeral directors, lawyers, police, and health professionals and provide support and guidance to bereaved relatives and friends. If you're ready to make a difference with care and precision, join us as our job share Administrative Team Leader.

About you

Succeeding in this position calls for great communication, organisational, and problem-solving skills.  Being able to quickly learn the workings of a Coroner’s Court and the relevant legislation and rules is key.  You will handle pressure with ease and tackle challenging situations with tact and empathy.  Previous experience in a Court setting is not essential, but you will have succeeded in similar roles leading teams within a statutory framework, setting the stage for your success in this dynamic and rewarding position.

For an informal discussion about the role, please contact giles.adey@croydon.gov.uk to arrange a call.

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