New Business Support Executive jobs

Region
Eastern
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Location(s)
Kildare
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Business Unit(s)
Circuit & District Operations
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Job Description

The Courts Service is currently seeking people to join their team as Court Registrars within the Family, Criminal, and Civil court offices. Being a Court Registrar offers a unique insight into the running of the Irish courts system. This role presents dynamic and fulfilling challenge where each day brings new experiences.

The role of Court Registrar is key to the efficient running of the court and requires good organisation skills. As the official record keeper for the Court, this includes providing support pre-court, in-court and post-court to the Judge and the parties.

The Registrar is the key link between the Court Office and the Court. The Court Registrar is responsible for communication between all parties, feeding back on issues and working with their office team to ensure the administration of Justice.

Teamwork is a key feature of this role. In this role, you will gain invaluable exposure to court practice and procedure, legislation, litigation, and decision making.

In some offices Court Registrars will manage staff. This will include assigning tasks, probation, performance management and training and development.

The experience gained as a Court Registrar is transferable and beneficial to a fulfilling and rewarding career within the Courts Service.

The poSt will primarily be located in Naas Court Office and work is performed on site. There is no hybrid or remote working. The post will also require travel to Athy Court office on a roster basis.

Key Responsibilities

Attend court as Registrar and is responsible for all associated court work. Such work includes drawing and perfecting enforceable Court Orders & warrants, making accurate written notes of daily court proceedings in a timely and efficient manner and with a high degree of accuracy.
Networking and liaising with Court stakeholders including, the Judiciary, An Garda Siochana, the Prison Service, members of the legal profession and members of the public in the provision of an efficient user-friendly service.
Provide support to the judiciary in the daily management of a wide variety of lists and hearings.
Maintain the record of Court outcomes. This information is essential for the effective management of court records, to advise court users and to support provision of management information and statistics, which all supports the administration of justice.
Operate all courtroom technology including Videolink, Video Conferencing and Digital Audio Recording (DAR) within the court room when required.
Administer the oath to witnesses, interpreters and juries.
Develop an in-depth knowledge of the Courts Service Modernisation Programme and contribute to its growth. This will include:
attending workshops,
being a member of project groups,
carry out stakeholder engagement, service design, testing.

Note, the above is intended as a guide and is neither definitive nor restrictive.

Essential Requirements:
On the closing date of 3rd July 2026 candidates must have:
Be at least 18 years of age on or before the closing date.

Fulfil the Citizenship requirements

Ensure that they meet the criteria regarding Public & Civil Service Redundancy/III Health Retirement Schemes.

A Leaving Certificate or equivalent or

Be serving as a Civil Servant with at least two years’ service or

Have 3+ years demonstrated experience in a customer facing role in an unrelated field or

Have 2+ years in a related field or

Have 1+ years experience working in the Courts Service.

Relevant knowledge and skills to undertake the duties of the position, including a strong command of the English language and the ability to:

Take direction/follow instructions.
Organise and prioritise work effectively.
Work well with the public and colleagues.
Be flexible in their approach to work.
Be able to communicate effectively in a clear and concise manner.
Have a strong work ethic and willingness to learn.

Basic level and experience of relevant ICT skills

APPLICATION PROCESS

Application should be made by logging into the advertisement link.

The closing date is 12 noon 3rd July 2026. Applications received after the closing date and time will not be accepted.

Interviews will take place in person in Naas

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