Operational Support Officer - HMCTS
Willesden County Court, £15.59 per hour, Temporary contract via Brook Street until 30/10/2026. Full-time - 37 hours per week. Fully Onsite.
Brook Street is currently recruiting for an exciting opportunity to join HM Courts & Tribunals Service (HMCTS), an agency of the Ministry of Justice, as an Operational Support Officer based at Willesden County Court.
This is a busy, customer-facing role suited to candidates with strong communication and administration skills who enjoy working in a fast-paced environment and dealing with a wide range of stakeholders on a daily basis.
About the Role
Willesden County Court handles a range of civil matters including:
* Businesses recovering unpaid debts
* Personal injury compensation claims
* Land and trespass disputes
* Personal debt cases
You will play a key role in supporting the smooth day-to-day running of the court, providing excellent customer service to court users, legal professionals, judiciary members, and members of the public.
Key Responsibilities
* Ushering court hearings both in person and via Microsoft Teams
* Calling cases and supporting judges during hearings
* Meeting and greeting court users and providing front desk support
* Managing busy reception and waiting areasDealing with a high volume of enquiries from multiple stakeholders
* Supporting members of the public, legal representatives, judiciary, and internal court staff
* Preparing courtrooms and documents for hearings
* Liaising with judges, legal representatives, and court staff
* Processing court orders and updating electronic systems
* Scanning documents and transferring files
* Scheduling hearings and serving court documentation
* Collecting court fines and fees using chip and pin systems
* Maintaining professionalism and efficiency within a busy court environment
Skills & Experience Required
* Strong customer service and communication skills and admin experience
* Experience working in a busy office, reception, or public-facing environment
* Good Excel and IT skills
* Excellent organisational abilities and attention to detail
* Ability to manage multiple tasks and stakeholders effectively
* Confident working independently and using initiative
* Positive, professional, and adaptable approach
Additional Information
* Office-based role only – no working from home
* DBS check required prior to starting
* Security clearance checks take approximately 2-3 weeks
If you have strong customer service experience and are looking for an opportunity within the public sector, apply today!
Please apply online or contact Basheer at Basheer. Dawoud @ brookstreet. co. uk. Please remember to include your mobile telephone number, CV and the role you are applying for
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