Court Registry Officer

About the role

The Ministry of Justice is seeking a Court Registry Officer to support the Civil registry of the Auckland High Court. You will work in a fast‑paced environment, liaising with judges, lawyers, police, defendants and the public while ensuring smooth court operations.

Key responsibilities

• Facilitate court proceedings, introduce judges in English and Te Reo Māori, and manage jurors and courtroom administration.
• Provide front‑line customer service in person, by phone and email, addressing court‑related queries.
• Maintain accurate case files, perform data entry, and ensure cases progress through the justice system.
• Liaise with multiple stakeholders, including judges, lawyers, police officers and court users.

Required profile

• Highly detail‑oriented and observant.
• Self‑aware and able to handle a variety of customer situations.
• Capable of multitasking and managing conflicting priorities.
• Eager to learn and adapt to changing legislation and processes.
• Resilient when dealing with sensitive cases and high workloads.

Required skills

What we offer

• Permanent full‑time position with a supportive, inclusive workplace.
• Generous leave entitlements (4.4 weeks annual leave).
• Opportunities for professional development and online training.