We are recruiting Sessional Ceremonies Officers to join the Tower Hamlets Register Office.

If you are passionate about delivering excellent customer service, committed to achieving positive outcomes, and bring direct experience of working in a busy Register Office, we would love to hear from you.

In this role, you will:

Register Marriages and Civil Partnerships.
Conduct statutory and non-statutory ceremonies in St Georges Town Hall and in licenced venues across the borough
Issue relevant paperwork according to legislative and local requirements.
Expected to work on a rota basis across weekends, with weekday working also an option.

About You
We are looking for someone who can demonstrate:

Direct and Relevant Experience of working in a Register Office.
Performing high-quality ceremonies with a strong couple-led focus.
Knowledge and implementation of relevant Home Office legislation, supported by GRO handbooks.
Strong communication and collaborative skills, with the ability to work effectively in a diverse community.

Our Benefits

Competitive salary £36,963 - £38,637 pro rata plus individual weekend and evening ceremony payments (where applicable).
Local Government Pension Scheme membership.
Staff money-saving schemes (e.g., rent deposit loans, season ticket loans).

Tower Hamlets is a truly unique borough at the heart of London – a place where history and innovation sit side by side. From the docks and markets that shaped the East End to the global business hub of Canary Wharf, we are proud to be one of the most dynamic, diverse, and ambitious communities in the UK. We are also one of the fastest growing and youngest boroughs in the country, offering unrivalled opportunities to make a real difference to people’s lives. Our residents are energetic, creative, and resilient, and our council is committed to delivering the best possible services and opportunities for them.

Our award-winning new Town Hall in Whitechapel provides a modern, flexible workplace for our staff, right at the heart of the borough and directly opposite Whitechapel Tube and Elizabeth line station. It is more than just a workplace – it’s a hub for collaboration, innovation and community, designed to bring out the best in our people.

As an employer, we put equality, diversity, and inclusion at the heart of everything we do. Our active Employee Network Groups celebrate and champion our workforce, helping to ensure that everyone feels a sense of belonging. Guided by our TOWER values – Together, Open, Willing, Excellent and Respect – we are building a positive, inclusive culture where colleagues can thrive.

At Tower Hamlets Council, you’ll find exciting challenges, supportive colleagues, and the chance to shape one of London’s most important and vibrant places. If you’re looking for a role where you can see the impact of your work every day, then Tower Hamlets is the place for you.