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Overview

Each year, millions of people use our services across the UK – accessing our courts and legal aid, interacting with our prison and probation officers, and receiving advice and support from our agencies. Our staff are proud to work for an employer that has a real and positive impact on people’s lives.

Our staff work together and across government to protect the principles of justice – whether they are providing advice and guidance to prevent reoffending, or they are bringing the principles of justice to life for society through policy and communication.

We offer interesting and important work to people who care about making a difference.

Working for the Ministry of Justice means that you will benefit from a work-life balance that works for you, a generous pension, and a range of development opportunities including courses and accredited apprenticeships, as well as staff voucher schemes.

Find out why our staff have said they feel a sense of purpose in their work.

Where we work

We work through our agencies in locations across the UK.

HM Courts &
Tribunals Service

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I never studied law so everything I know now has been learnt on the job which has been challenging but rewarding. I’m proud I’ve been able to learn new skills.

FATEMAH SALAJEE COURT CLERK

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Ministry of
Justice HQ

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Our team is multi-disciplinary – we’ve got a lawyer from Argentina, a former prison psychologist and ex-consultants. We’re all so different in the way we think.

AMANDA SMITH HEAD OF USER CENTRED POLICY DESIGN, DIGITAL & TECHNOLOGY

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HM Prison &
Probation Service

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I can be a role model to those who want to change and follow the right path in life.

OFFICER HOWELL HMP BRISTOL

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Criminal Injuries
Compensation
Authority

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I’m proud of the work I do to ensure the impact of violent crime on a victim’s life is recognised. It’s not always easy, but it’s always worthwhile.

MARY-FRANCES FENNELL DECISION TEAM MANAGER

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Legal Aid Agency

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I work across MoJ to build awareness about social mobility. I wanted to make a change – where we start out in life shouldn’t determine where we end up.

JAY CONNOLLY SOCIAL MOBILITY PROGRAMME OFFICER

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Office of the
Public Guardian

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I’ve been given support from my manager for my personal development with training. I’ve also been presented with many opportunities to showcase my cultural heritage by putting on events for the staff.

ELAINE WONG CONTENT DESIGN SUPPORT OFFICER

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Feeling inspired?

The Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found. To learn more please see the Civil Service People Plan and the Civil Service Diversity and Inclusion Strategy.