Secretary 80% at the Regional Court of Montagnes and Val-de-Ruz

Ref 2581738 | Date: September 29, 2026Secretary 80% at the Regional Court of Montagnes and Val-de-RuzAUTJ172

Regional Court of Montagnes and Val-de-Ruz
The District Court is the cantonal judicial authority of first instance responsible for dispensing civil and criminal justice. It does so with complete independence, diligence, and rigor.The Regional Court of Montagnes and Val-de-Ruz is recruiting for a full-time secretary position at 80% attached to the civil registry.

Your Responsibilities
As a secretary at the Regional Court of Montagnes and Val-de-Ruz, you will participate in the administrative management of files and be involved in their processing, while ensuring rigorous follow-up of judicial procedures and decisions.
The civil court handles cases involving relationships between individuals and companies, particularly in matters of contract law and civil liability. It rules on civil disputes and is also involved in non-contentious proceedings requiring legal authorization or validation. It is also competent to make all judicial decisions concerning debt enforcement and bankruptcy law.
As part of your role, you will be responsible for the establishment and administrative processing of judicial files. This includes drafting correspondence as well as decisions, setting hearings and assisting at them, particularly by taking minutes (by dictation or on the fly). You will also participate in the implementation of forced executions and evictions in tenancy matters. Furthermore, you will be responsible for sending, enforcing, and archiving issued decisions, while acting as the primary point of contact to welcome and inform litigants, lawyers, or other administrative services, whether at the counter or by phone.


Your Profile
Holding a CFC in commercial employee training or an equivalent qualification, you have prior experience relevant to the position, ideally in the judicial field or in a law firm.Recognized for your loyalty and discretion, you are strongly attached to public service values and possess a sense of responsibility. Excellent command of French, typing skills, and proficiency in the Office suite are prerequisites for this position.Autonomous and possessing a strong sense of organization, you are proactive and know how to take initiatives within the scope of your responsibilities. You appreciate processing complex files requiring attention to detail. Furthermore, you stand out for your extreme rigor and precision. You are also capable of adapting quickly to new environments and integrating into a team. Stress-resistant, you manage to handle a significant volume of tasks and respond to multiple requests by prioritizing effectively, respecting both urgency levels and deadlines.
This position also requires you to possess a clean criminal record and debt enforcement record.

We Offer You

• Varied activities within a constantly evolving organization.
• Flexible working conditions in an inclusive and equitable environment.
• Quality social benefits and extensive training opportunities.

Information
Ms. Laureen Marchal, Head of Registry, tel. Ms. Deise Coelho E Castro, HR Manager, email: Write an email

Working for the State

Diversity is a fundamental value that we cultivate with conviction and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone, regardless of their origin, gender, or background, feels fully integrated and valued.


Application deadline: October 18, 2026
Salary: Class 4
Start date: January 1, 2027
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