Statement Taker
Venesky-Brown’s client, a public sector organisation in Edinburgh, is currently looking to recruit a Statement Taker for an initial 6-month contract on a rate of £18.94/hour PAYE. The post is based in Edinburgh, with some hybrid working available.
Responsibilities:
– Taking statements from witnesses and prepare an accurate first-person account of the witness’s testimony
– Work closely with the Witness Manager and the Legal Team to prepare for the taking of statements including agreeing the line of questioning ensuring that all areas relevant to the Inquiry are covered.
– Work with the Documents and Evidence Management Team to ensure that all relevant documentation that may be referred to is available during the statement taking familiarising yourself with matters of interest which may arise and ensure that all practical aspects of interviews are well managed such as witness folders, the audio recording, catering, and witness expenses.
– Ensuring a post-interview review with the Witness Manager is held, highlighting key areas and ensuring the draft statement has captured the key points.
– You will apply ongoing reflective practice to continually improve all aspects of the interview process with the aim of giving the witness the best possible experience and the Inquiry the best possible evidence.
– You will be responsible for all procedural matters relating to the interview. This includes ensuring that the witness is fully aware of the interview process and that all data protection requirements are observed.
– You will work flexibly and be prepared to do other work such as undertaking research or preparing short report through examination of evidence.
Essential Skills:
– Considerable experience in dealing with members of the public in what can be difficult and stressful circumstances.
– Proficiency in conducting interviews and accurate note-taking to provide accurate statements.
– Proven ability to work under pressure responding quickly to changing situations in complex environment.
– Strong interpersonal, communication and networking skills.
Desirable Skills:
– Previous experience of working on an Inquiry
– Broader project communications experience and skills desirable
If you would like to hear more about this opportunity, please get in touch.
Responsibilities:
– Taking statements from witnesses and prepare an accurate first-person account of the witness’s testimony
– Work closely with the Witness Manager and the Legal Team to prepare for the taking of statements including agreeing the line of questioning ensuring that all areas relevant to the Inquiry are covered.
– Work with the Documents and Evidence Management Team to ensure that all relevant documentation that may be referred to is available during the statement taking familiarising yourself with matters of interest which may arise and ensure that all practical aspects of interviews are well managed such as witness folders, the audio recording, catering, and witness expenses.
– Ensuring a post-interview review with the Witness Manager is held, highlighting key areas and ensuring the draft statement has captured the key points.
– You will apply ongoing reflective practice to continually improve all aspects of the interview process with the aim of giving the witness the best possible experience and the Inquiry the best possible evidence.
– You will be responsible for all procedural matters relating to the interview. This includes ensuring that the witness is fully aware of the interview process and that all data protection requirements are observed.
– You will work flexibly and be prepared to do other work such as undertaking research or preparing short report through examination of evidence.
Essential Skills:
– Considerable experience in dealing with members of the public in what can be difficult and stressful circumstances.
– Proficiency in conducting interviews and accurate note-taking to provide accurate statements.
– Proven ability to work under pressure responding quickly to changing situations in complex environment.
– Strong interpersonal, communication and networking skills.
Desirable Skills:
– Previous experience of working on an Inquiry
– Broader project communications experience and skills desirable
If you would like to hear more about this opportunity, please get in touch.
