Job Description
Inquest & Claims Coordinator
Application Deadline: 17 June 2026
Department: Senior Management and Leadership
Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time
Location: Remote
Compensation: £30,000 / year
We have an exciting opportunity for an organised and detail-focused Inquest & Claims Coordinator to join our team on a fully remote basis.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong administrative, coordination or legal support experience who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys managing complex information and is committed to delivering high standards of governance and compliance
What you'll be doing
As Inquest & Claims Coordinator, you will support the management of inquests, unexpected deaths and legal claims across our healthcare services. With a primary focus on inquest activity, you will coordinate case administration, maintain accurate records, liaise with key internal and external stakeholders including Coroners, solicitors and insurers, and ensure documentation is managed efficiently and within required timescales.
You will also provide support for claims activity, helping to coordinate investigations, monitor case progress and maintain compliance with legal and governance requirements.
What you'll bring to the role
You will bring previous experience in a coordination or administrative role, ideally within healthcare, legal or governance environments. You'll be able to work independently, exercise sound judgement when handling sensitive information and build effective working relationships across a wide range of teams. Knowledge of inquests is highly desirable.
You'll be a highly organised and detail-oriented professional with the ability to manage competing priorities and maintain accuracy in a fast-paced environment. A confident communicator, you'll be comfortable engaging with stakeholders at all levels, including senior leaders, clinical colleagues, solicitors and insurers.
Strong IT skills are essential. You'll be proficient in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, Word and PowerPoint, and confident undertaking advanced tasks such as data analysis, formula creation, conditional formatting and report production.
As part of the recruitment and selection process, shortlisted candidates may be required to complete an IT skills assessment to demonstrate their proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
What we will give you in return
We want you to succeed at Priory and thrive in your role. You will be well supported with regular career conversations. We also offer full training and numerous pathways into leadership and qualified clinical positions to help you shape your career with us.
- 25 days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays + additional day’s leave for your Birthday!
- Annual leave entitlement increases based on length of service: 27 days after 5 years’ service and 30 days after 10 years’ service
- Length of service recognition awards – every 5 years
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Initial Disclosure Check Cost covered, if applicable to role
- ‘My Possible Self’ App and health-related benefits
- Online discounts and cashback rewards – Priory Perks
- Smart Technology scheme (qualifying period)
- Cycle to work scheme (qualifying period)
- Smart Holidays (qualifying period)
- Gym Flex (qualifying period)
- Healthcare Cash Plan – Simply Health Scheme
- Eye Care Vouchers
- ‘Cash for Colleagues’ – Employee referral scheme
- Access to development opportunities
- Sponsorship of professional qualifications through our Individual Professional Development (IPD) panel
- Leadership & management development
- Parental Leave Gift
Please take the time to familiarise yourself with the full job description attached prior to making an application.
Shortlisting may begin upon receipt of applications, and the Recruiting Manager may close the vacancy early if enough suitable candidates are identified.
