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Working for us

Working for us

Working for the Supreme Court and Judicial Court of the Privy Council (JCPC) is an extremely rewarding experience. You will join a small supportive team, playing a significant part in the upholding of law in the UK and around the world.

We are a non-ministerial government department and therefore the majority of our roles are civil servants. Although we are a small team, we have a wide range of professions from education and IT to those legally trained.

We value staff that can be adaptable to differing priorities and show a positive and willing attitude to support the Court and the Justices.

Current roles

When we have vacant positions to be filled by external recruitment we advertise them on this page, in the national press and on the Civil Service Website.

IT Technician

An opportunity has arisen to join the UK Supreme Court (UKSC) ICT team as an IT Technician. This will be to provide first line support to all users (staff, Justices and some on site contract staff) to enable them to work efficiently without undue delay or disruption.

For the successful candidate, there may be an opportunity to complete a formal apprenticeship alongside the role to further develop IT skills.

For further details on the role and the full job description, visit the IT Technician - Civil Service Jobs - GOV.UK.

The closing date for applications is 11:55pm on Sunday 11th June 2023

Senior IT Support Engineer

The postholder will be required to have a range of technical skills and knowledge as well as having a firm strategic overview of the aims of the UK Supreme Court (UKSC) and how IT is essential in delivering these. They will act as the bridge between the technical and non-technical staff and Justices, explaining technical elements in clear terms to non-technical people by being an influencer and persuader. They will support the management of relationships with contractors and suppliers, communicate with stakeholders (including Justices, senior staff and court users). Spot any underlying problems and opportunities and anticipate technical problems before they occur, including the potential impact of policy changes.

For further details on the role and the full job description, visit the Senior IT Support Engineer - Civil Service Jobs - GOV.UK.

The closing date for applications is 11:55pm on Sunday 11th June 2023

Work experience and marshalling

The nature of our work means we cannot offer ad hoc work experience placements or the opportunity to marshal a Justice.


Working in law

There are many sources that offer guidance on careers in law:

England and Wales

His Majesty's Courts and Tribunals Service

Bar Council

The Law Society

In Scotland

Scottish Courts

Faculty of Advocates

In Northern Ireland

Northern Ireland Courts and Tribunal Service

Bar Council of Northern Ireland