Bailiff

Your work will depend on the type of bailiff you are.

You could:

• visit and write to people who owe money to ask for payment
• offer money advice
• arrange for people to repay what they owe
• attend court to ask for permission to enter properties
• give court documents
• take items and arrange to sell them at auction
• keep accurate records

• patience and the ability to remain calm in stressful situations
• to be thorough and pay attention to detail
• the ability to accept criticism and work well under pressure
• the ability to work well with others
• knowledge of public safety and security
• sensitivity and understanding
• legal knowledge including court procedures and government regulations
• thinking and reasoning skills
• to be able to carry out basic tasks on a computer or hand-held device

You can get into this job through an apprenticeship or applying directly.

With experience you could lead a team of bailiffs.

You could also become a senior manager or move into business development.