Court Executive Officer
| Posting date: | 03 March 2026 |
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| Salary: | £31,236 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 17 March 2026 |
| Location: | Inverness, Highland |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Scottish Courts and Tribunal Service |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | REQ01129 |
Summary
If you’re looking for a career in the Sheriff and Justice of the Peace Court and to start on the first rung of our managerial ladder, this could be the opportunity you have been waiting for. This role requires an individual with an excellent attitude and a strong commitment to inclusive working practices. The successful candidate will openly share knowledge and expertise, value the views and opinions of others and take account of the needs of colleagues within the team.
We are seeking a dedicated individual who can adapt positively to change, enjoy collaborative working and are motivated to support the development of others.
In the role of Relief Executive Officer, you will fulfill the duties of Clerk of Court in a variety of court locations across the Sheriffdom of Grampian, Highland and Islands. You will be responsible for effectively managing court business to ensure the smooth running of proceedings and the timely disposal of cases. This includes overseeing court proceedings, managing and preparing casework efficiently, and supporting the judiciary in the accurate and appropriate application of legislation and procedures.
While experience of leading or managing people, formally or informally, is desirable it is not essential. Support would be provided through coaching, training and direction to develop your management skills and abilities.
You will undergo a comprehensive training program beginning on 5 May 2026 that lasts several months. Please note that the start date for this training program is non-negotiable and you must be available to start on this date following the completion of successful pre-employment checks.
Due to operational requirements, attendance at training courses on pre-planned days will be required, these will take place across various locations within the central belt, and travel to these courses will therefore be expected during this initial period and will be covered under our travel and subsistence policy where applicable. The remainder of the training will take place in Inverness.
Due to the travel involved throughout the area, a full driving license is preferred but not essential
The Key Responsibilities Include:
Summary Criminal
Fulfilling the role of Clerk of Court in Criminal Courts.
Checking, processing & issuing of summary and solemn appeals, including monitoring time limits.
Prepares Court and records/completes disposals and associated paperwork including diary entries and intimation orders of court.
Coaches/develops admininstrative staff in court preperation, recording disposals, intimation to appropriate agencies, in bulk courts.
Civil
Clerk of Court in civil courts.
Processing of civil appeals.
Checking and signing all Warrants and Extracts.
Processing civil actions
Processing affidavits
Checking commissary applications and inventories
Maintaining civil diaries
General
You will have your own team to manage, provide direction to and support every day
You will play an instrumental part in the development of your team.
Provision of accurate advice to all court users including Sheriffs, Solicitors and members of the public often on technical and procedural matters
To liaise with the Section Head in respect of resourcing, workloads and training for your team.
Collating and submitting monthly statistics and targets.
Applications will be accepted until 11:59pm on the closing date stated on the advert, Tuesday 17 March 2026.
Interviews are expected to be held 25/26 March 2026.
We are seeking a dedicated individual who can adapt positively to change, enjoy collaborative working and are motivated to support the development of others.
In the role of Relief Executive Officer, you will fulfill the duties of Clerk of Court in a variety of court locations across the Sheriffdom of Grampian, Highland and Islands. You will be responsible for effectively managing court business to ensure the smooth running of proceedings and the timely disposal of cases. This includes overseeing court proceedings, managing and preparing casework efficiently, and supporting the judiciary in the accurate and appropriate application of legislation and procedures.
While experience of leading or managing people, formally or informally, is desirable it is not essential. Support would be provided through coaching, training and direction to develop your management skills and abilities.
You will undergo a comprehensive training program beginning on 5 May 2026 that lasts several months. Please note that the start date for this training program is non-negotiable and you must be available to start on this date following the completion of successful pre-employment checks.
Due to operational requirements, attendance at training courses on pre-planned days will be required, these will take place across various locations within the central belt, and travel to these courses will therefore be expected during this initial period and will be covered under our travel and subsistence policy where applicable. The remainder of the training will take place in Inverness.
Due to the travel involved throughout the area, a full driving license is preferred but not essential
The Key Responsibilities Include:
Summary Criminal
Fulfilling the role of Clerk of Court in Criminal Courts.
Checking, processing & issuing of summary and solemn appeals, including monitoring time limits.
Prepares Court and records/completes disposals and associated paperwork including diary entries and intimation orders of court.
Coaches/develops admininstrative staff in court preperation, recording disposals, intimation to appropriate agencies, in bulk courts.
Civil
Clerk of Court in civil courts.
Processing of civil appeals.
Checking and signing all Warrants and Extracts.
Processing civil actions
Processing affidavits
Checking commissary applications and inventories
Maintaining civil diaries
General
You will have your own team to manage, provide direction to and support every day
You will play an instrumental part in the development of your team.
Provision of accurate advice to all court users including Sheriffs, Solicitors and members of the public often on technical and procedural matters
To liaise with the Section Head in respect of resourcing, workloads and training for your team.
Collating and submitting monthly statistics and targets.
Applications will be accepted until 11:59pm on the closing date stated on the advert, Tuesday 17 March 2026.
Interviews are expected to be held 25/26 March 2026.
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