Caseworker - Death Management Policy, Ministry of Justice

Licensed visa sponsor
- Ministry of Justice is on the Home Office register of licensed worker sponsors (Skilled Worker), so it can sponsor a work visa. This particular advert does not mention sponsorship, so confirm with the employer before you apply. Applicants from Nigeria and elsewhere, in the UK or overseas, may apply.

An exciting Caseworker role with the Death Management Policy and Casework Team at the Ministry of Justice is available in London or Leeds. This position is ideal for Nigerian and African immigrants in the UK or abroad seeking a stable career, as visa sponsorship is explicitly available for foreign applicants. With a national salary range of £29,303 - £31,061 and London salaries up to £35,564, this role offers competitive pay and flexible working patterns.

As a Caseworker within the Death Management Policy and Casework Team, you will manage a diverse and sensitive portfolio of applications and enquiries. This includes processing claims for the Children's Funeral Fund for England, assessing exhumation applications, and handling matters related to churchyard closures and disused burial grounds. Your work will involve critical decision-making based on legislation and policy, providing an essential public service to bereaved families and various stakeholders.

This role offers a unique opportunity to develop specialised expertise in public administration, enhancing your skills in decision-making, stakeholder engagement, and the professional handling of high-profile cases. You will be part of a supportive and collaborative team, ensuring fairness, consistency, and efficiency in casework delivery while maintaining high standards of customer service.

• Ability to make sound decisions based on thorough analysis of evidence and established policy.
• Capacity to handle sensitive issues with tact, empathy, and professionalism, adhering to relevant policy and legislation.
• Clear and confident communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Proven ability to manage competing priorities and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated ability to build positive working relationships with colleagues and external stakeholders.
• Right to work in the UK, or eligibility for Skilled Worker (Tier
  2) visa sponsorship as advertised.

• Competitive salary with a London weighting for those based in the capital.
• Flexible working patterns, including full-time, part-time, job share, and hybrid working models.
• Opportunity to work in a fascinating, sensitive, and often high-profile area of public service.
• Valuable experience in decision-making, stakeholder engagement, and handling sensitive cases.
• Access to ongoing professional development within the largest government department.

Visa / Skilled Worker (Tier
2) sponsorship IS AVAILABLE for this role. Foreigners and overseas applicants who require a UK work visa are explicitly welcome to apply. If your immigration status is borderline or you have unique circumstances, it is advisable to clearly state your current status and any potential requirements in your application or during the initial screening process.