Court Secretary

SEARCH THIS POSITION Do you want to make a real difference for families and citizens in Greenland – while becoming part of a strong and warm community?

At Sermersooq District Court, we are looking for a dedicated court secretary for the family department in Nuuk. If you thrive on responsibility, varied tasks, and contact with people, this could be your next exciting opportunity.

"If you want to try something new, here is a great opportunity. We are sure that you will be happy to be part of the district court's team – we are definitely ready to welcome you."

Your new workplace

As a court secretary, you will become an important part of the district court's daily work and assist the district judges with the handling of court cases. Sermersooq District Court handles cases from Nuuk as well as the satellite locations in Paamiut, Tasiilaq, and Ittoqqortoormiit.

You will be assigned to the family department, which among other things handles:

• Paternity cases
• Custody cases
• Co-habitation cases
• Marriage cases
• Defamation cases

You will have a daily life with close contact to both citizens and professional partners. Therefore, we place great emphasis on respectful treatment, decency, and high professional quality in interactions with all people.

Your tasks

Your tasks will include:

• Prepare cases for the district judges
• Summon parties and witnesses
• Prepare court and judgment books
• Handle and manage cases in collaboration with judges and colleagues.
• Guided citizens both by phone and in person.
• Contribute to the daily operations and positive atmosphere in the department.

Sermersooq District Court consists of around 20 colleagues. We are a workplace with high professionalism, close collaboration, and an informal tone, where we help each other and work towards common goals.

We work on important societal tasks and safeguard citizens' legal security. Therefore, our values mean a lot to us:

• Morality and decency
• Openness and honesty
• Responsibility and commitment
• Dialogue and respect
• Collaboration and community

There may be several ways into the position, but we envision that you:

• Has experience with secretarial, administrative, or office work.
• Preferably has an office education, TNI or similar.
• Is good at IT and quickly learns new systems
• Works in a structured manner and can maintain an overview in a busy everyday life.
• Want to contribute to the rule of law in Greenland.
• Is service-minded and meets people with respect

We offer

• An exciting and meaningful everyday life
• Skilled and helpful colleagues
• A workplace with modern tools.
• Opportunity for professional and personal development
• A central role in the work with family law cases in Greenland

You apply for the position through the Courts' recruitment system by clicking the link below:

APPLY FOR THE POSITION

We would like to hear about:

• Your motivation for applying for the position
• Your educational background
• Your work experience

Application deadline

The application must be received no later than July 31, 2026.

Conversations

We expect to hold interviews in week 32. Applicants outside Nuuk can participate via Teams or video conference.

The position is to be filled as soon as possible or by further agreement.

Salary and employment conditions

Employment is in accordance with the applicable agreement with SIK or HK/Stat.

If you move to Nuuk in connection with the employment, we offer:

• Induction trip
• Moving of estate according to applicable regulations
• Possibility of employee housing for payment according to applicable regulations

Do you want to know more?

You are very welcome to contact the presiding district judge Kristine Olsvig at phone number +299 36 38 00 to learn more about the position.

We encourage all qualified and interested individuals to apply for the position – regardless of age, gender, ethnic background, or other personal circumstances.