The Supreme Courts in Edinburgh have two rare opportunities to join the team as First Instance Depute Clerk. We are seeking dedicated individuals who can adapt to challenging situations and enjoy collaborative working. The successful candidates will openly share knowledge and expertise, value the views and opinions of others and take account of the needs of colleagues and stakeholders at all levels. As a First Instance Depute Clerk, you will fulfil the role of Depute Clerk of Session and Justiciary dealing with First Instance business in the High Court of Justiciary and the Court of Session. This includes providing technical and procedural advice; support to Judges, colleagues and members of the legal profession and developing close links with these key stakeholders and supervision of a Macer (Support Grade Assistant). Due to the nature of the role, frequent travel to other High Court locations throughout Scotland is to be expected. A full driving license is preferred, but not essential. To help direct us towards achieving our purpose successfully, we embrace three key values of respect, service and excellence. These guide our behaviour, decisions and actions - in pursuit of fulfilling our purpose to the highest standard. The key responsibilities include: Discharging the role of Clerk of Court in First Instance Civil and Criminal business, including the preparation of all papers, management of Jurors and the sitting, recording of disposals, preparing and issuing of orders, reviewing and issuing judicial opinions. Discharging functions delegated by rule of court or statute, e.g. the disposal of unstarred motions in the Outer House. Providing Judges with practical support and advice on procedure as required to assist in fulfilling their judicial duties. Providing advice on procedure and practice to the legal profession and other court users. Responsibility for considering the potential impact of new legislation upon SCTS practices and procedures; advising interested parties to ensure appropriate and effective application. Providing information to witnesses and members of the public on practical issues associated with their attendance at court. Establishing effective communications and working relationships with legal practitioners and others litigating, prosecuting and defending before the court, using those channels as appropriate to assist in the efficient management of the business. Day to day supervision of one Macer (SGB2). This involves a degree of performance management, providing input to Support Grade managers to assist reporting on staff performance in accordance with Scottish Court and Tribunals Service guidelines. Contributing to local and corporate projects as required. Undertaking administrative work in the Offices of Court (Civil and Criminal) as and when required. Our benefits include: Flexible working arrangements 25 days annual leave (rising to 30 days after 2 years’ service) plus 12 public and privilege holidays Special leave and paid leave for study or voluntary public service Excellent Civil Service Pension Scheme Family friendly policies Free and confidential Employee Assistance A variety of staff discounts and offers with major retailers Payment of professional membership fees Access to opportunities across all Civil Service departments that are not available to non-Civil Servants A supportive and professional induction programme with regular check-ins with your line manager Job stability and security with excellent and varied career prospects Security of full pay when unwell (up to a maximum of 6 months) Learning and development (including digital) opportunities Applications will be accepted until 11:59pm on the closing date stated on the advert, 26 April 2026. If invited for interview candidates will be expected to prepare and deliver a presentation, details of which will be given in the invite. Interviews will be held week commencing 11 May 2026. Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme Disability Confident About Disability Confident A Disability Confident employer will generally offer an interview to any applicant that declares they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer. It is important to note that in certain recruitment situations such as high-volume, seasonal and high-peak times, the employer may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled people and non-disabled people. For more details please go to Disability Confident .