Senior Coroner

Derbyshire County Council is seeking to appoint a new Senior Coroner to replace the current post-holder who retires in June 2023.

**About the Post**:
The Senior Coroner stands at the head of the local coroner service and statutory coroner area and takes the lead on coroner work and will be expected to conduct inquests which are difficult or complex or will be likely to attract significant publicity.

The number of reported deaths pa is 4,000 plus. Accordingly we appoint our senior coroner with a salary on a full-time basis.

The salary will include payment for out of hours availability by agreement.

You will be required to demonstrate knowledge and experience of coroner law and of basic medicine, have proven skills in conducting investigations and an understanding of court procedure. You will also need to demonstrate the excellent communication and interpersonal skills necessary to deal with sensitive situations.

**Who can apply**:
**Statutory terms of the Appointment**:
Once a Coroner is appointed they are then a Judicial Office holder until they reach the age of 75 years (compulsory retirement age) unless they choose to resign or are removed by the Lord Chief Justice or Lord Chancellor prior to their 75th birthday.

**How to apply**:
**Notification**

The vacancy for this post has been notified to the Chief Coroner and Lord Chancellor (as required by statute).