Coroner's Officer
The starting salary for these full-time, permanent roles is £38,090 per annum based on a 36 hour working week, plus on-call allowance.
We are excited to be recruiting 3 new Coroner's Officers to join our fantastic team, based in Woking. As a Coroner's Officer you will help support the Senior Coroner deliver their judicial duties, providing a high-quality service to bereaved families by progressing cases efficiently and with empathy.
Our Offer to You
- 26 days’ holiday, rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 31 days after 5 years’ service (pro rated for
- Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave
- A generous local government salary related pension
- Up to 5 days of carer’s leave and 2 paid volunteering days per year
- Paternity, adoption and dependents leave
- An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing
- Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources
- Wellbeing and lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, and shopping
- A chance to make a real difference to the lives of our residents
About the Role
We are looking for individuals who can work at pace to make a difference to the lives of people who have lost family members, loved ones or friends. This role requires being able to deliver the required legal duties with compassion, whilst being personally and emotionally resilient when dealing with what may be difficult or traumatic situations.
Key duties of a Coroner's Officer include:
- Being the single point of contact for bereaved families and providing them with regular updates
- Assisting the Coroner in their investigations and being part of the on-call rota that provides a 24/7, 365 day service
- On behalf of the Coroner attend incidents/scenes and post mortem examinations
- Managing your own caseload from referral to inquest
- Working with other key stakeholders and partners, including doctors and pathologists
- This role is key to helping investigate where circumstances of a death may have been avoidable, and so help prevent that from happening in future.
This is a hugely rewarding role that is of benefit to the residents of Surrey. Your excellent customer service and communication skills will tie in with your ability to relate to people from a variety of backgrounds which reflect the diversity of the people who live and work in Surrey.
Your Application
In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills, experience and align with our behaviours:
- Experience of working within a coronial service, the police, legal profession or other investigatory or regulatory profession
- Analytical skills to contribute clearly and successfully to investigations
- Ability to provide high levels of customer care and professionalism to members of the public
- Ability to write well structured, clear and concise reports using information gathered from multiple sources (for example, from families, GPs, the police or other health professionals)
- Excellent IT skills and the ability to follow defined processes in a timely manner
- Ability to be part of an on-call rota
- This role requires travel across the county. The role holder will need to have the willingness and ability to travel around the county to meet the demands of the role
To apply, we request that you submit a CV and you will be asked the following 4 questions:
- Please tell us about the relevant skills, knowledge and experience you would bring to this role. In your answer, please highlight how these meet the key requirements of the role.
- Using an example please tell us about a time when you built successful working relationships with key partners or agencies to meet a shared outcome. What was your specific role and what impact did you have?
- Please give an example of a time when you had to communicate complex or sensitive information to different audiences. How did you tailor your approach, and how did you ensure your message was understood?
- Please give an example of a time when you engaged with a member of the public, partner or stakeholder during a difficult, sensitive or emotional situation. How did you demonstrate confidence, empathy and professionalism?
Before submitting your application, we recommend you read the job description & Our Life at Surrey handbook to get an insight into working at Surrey.
Contact Us
Please contact us for any questions relating to the role. This could be to discuss flexible working requests, transferable skills or any barriers to employment. For an informal discussion please contact Heather Nin by e-mail at heather.nin@surreycoroner.gov.uk
The job advert closes at 23:59 on 18th July 2026 with interviews to follow.
An enhanced DBS ‘Disclosure and Barring Service’ check for regulated activity (formerly known as CRB) and the Children’s and Adults’ Barred List checks will be required for this role.
Local Government Reorganisation
Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation, moving from a two-tier system to new unitary councils in April 2027. Your role will transfer with current terms and conditions to one of these new councils, supporting local devolution and greater powers for our communities.
Join our dynamic team and shape the future of local government. Make a lasting impact with innovative solutions and improved services for our community. Help us build a brighter future for our residents! Please see more information here: Information for applicants on Local Government Reorganisation - Surrey County Council
Our Commitment
We are a disability confident employer which means if you have shared a disability on your application form and have evidenced you meet the minimum shortlisting criteria, as displayed on the advert, we guarantee you an interview.
Your skills and experience truly matter to us. From application to your first day, we’re committed to supporting you with any adjustments you need, we value inclusion and warmly welcome you to join and help build a workplace where everyone belongs.
Salary range
- £38,090 per year