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Salary Venesky-Brown’s client, a public sector organisation in central Edinburgh, is currently looking to recruit a Witness Statement Taker for an initial 12 month contract on a rate of £18.57/hour PAYE. This role will be based in central Edinburgh, however, may be required to travel across Scotland and beyond.
Responsibilities:
- Taking statements from witnesses and preparing an accurate first-person account of the witness’s testimony
- Working 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 organisation are covered.
- Working 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 ensuring that all practical aspects of interviews are well managed e.g. as witness folders, 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.
- 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 organisation the best possible evidence
- 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.
- 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.
- Significant experience in taking Witness Statements and accurate notetaking to capture accurate statements.
- Proven ability to work under pressure responding quickly to changing situations in complex environment.
- Strong interpersonal, communication and networking skills.
Desirable Skills:
- Broader project communications experience and skills.
If you would like to hear more about this opportunity please get in touch.
