Coroner Officer

Salary: £31,537 - £33,699 per annum

Hours: 37 Hours per week

Location: Coroners Court, Stourport on Severn

Team: Coroner Service

Contract: Permanent

We are looking for a dynamic individual to work within the Worcestershire Coroner’s Service and ensure that death investigations are conducted in a professional, empathetic and expeditious way. Investigations and inquest files must be of a high quality and submitted to the Coroner in a timely manner for inquest hearings, and meet the Chief Coroner’s guidelines.

• Provide effective communication between bereaved families, HM Coroner, Medical Examiners, and our partners including police, hospitals, GPs, Registrars and other professional parties.
• Manage and provide scrutiny of the investigation process for each reported death, from initial assessment and recording, through detailed investigation, including arranging post mortems.
• Investigate more complex non‑suspicious deaths to provide and collate information to enable HM Coroner to make appropriate decisions.
• Ensure that bereaved families, members of the public, and other interested persons are supported and regularly updated during investigations, placing the bereaved at the centre of the process.
• Take responsibility for own caseload, including investigations and inquest cases, and complete any further actions identified by His Majesty’s Coroner.
• Close liaison with partners and ensure that all inquest cases are scheduled as soon as possible after file submission with all relevant evidence available to the Coroner.

The County Council is committed to equality of opportunity for all citizens and celebrates the diversity of all its residents.

• Great Holiday Entitlement:
  As well as bank holidays, you’ll get 26 days paid holiday (pro rata for part‑time staff). This increases to 31 days after 5 years. If you have more than 26 days from a previous role, the Council will match up to 31 days.
• Brilliant Pension Scheme:
  The Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) provides a nationwide, career‑average pension scheme and is a valuable part of the pay and reward package for local government employees.
• Professional Learning & Development:
  The Council actively encourages learning and development for all staff who wish to progress further or explore other areas within the organisation.
• Flexible Working:
  Hybrid working options are available to support a better work/life balance where possible.

22nd February 2026

5th and 6th March 2026

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