Registration and Ceremonies Officer

Posted 24 September 2025
Salary 22.08
LocationSouthwark SE1 United Kingdom
Job type Contract
Sector Administration / Clerical
ReferenceRQ1605569

Job description

2-3 month contract with a local authority

Summary
  • We are seeking ideal candidates for a 2-3 month contract with a local authority. The role is customer-facing and office-based, requiring strong skills in customer service, teamwork, computer proficiency, administrative duties, public speaking, and excellent time management. The position involves creating legal documents, making attention to detail essential.
Responsibilities
  • Answer telephone calls and handle office information and certificate application requests.
  • Ensure all interactions with service users and colleagues are conducted appropriately and respectfully.
  • Officiate and register ceremonies.
  • Provide comprehensive administrative and customer service support related to vital records, ceremonies, and bookings.
  • Interview and attest customer information for legal documents.
  • Register births, deaths, marriages, and civil partnerships.
  • Perform front desk responsibilities at the reception area.
  • Search manual and computerized indexes for historic records.
  • Prepare handwritten and computerized copies of certificates.
  • Book venues, catering, and civic dignitaries for citizenship ceremonies.
Experience
  • Strong customer service skills.
  • Ability to work effectively in a team.
  • Proficient in computer skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to prioritize tasks effectively and exercise initiative.
  • Excellent administrative skills.
  • Public speaking ability.
  • Exceptional time management.
  • Attention to detail is a must.
Qualification
  • General education/qualification in a related field.
Additional Information
  • Working hours: 35 hours per week
  • Location: Southwark Register Office, 34 Peckham Road
  • Job Type: Full-time; Office-based only
The role closes soon, apply ASAP.