Enforcement Team Leader

Islington Council; City Of London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in London is seeking a Team Leader to manage an enforcement team. Responsibilities include overseeing team performance, managing contracts, and ensuring effective administrative operations. Ideal candidates will have demonstrated experience in team management and a commitment to promoting a proactive enforcement environment. This role offers a chance to contribute to community services and support effective local governance.

Benefits

Up to 36 days leave after five years

Flexible working arrangements

Learning and development opportunities

Competitive pay with London Living Wage

Excellent local government pension scheme

Cycle to Work scheme

Discounted gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience in leading and managing teams effectively.
• Strong organizational skills for monitoring workloads.
• Ability to handle contract management and administrative functions.

Responsibilities

• Manage team performance and allocate work.
• Monitor the Enforcement Contract and ensure compliance.
• Handle administrative and HR functions within the team.
• Prepare detailed reports for management and external bodies.

Skills

Team management

Performance monitoring

Contract management

Report writing

Job description

Overview

This is an exciting opportunity to lead and manage a team of staff responsible for providing an efficient and proactive enforcement team. The post holder will ensure that robust procedures and processes are in place to support and direct the work of the team. They will work collaboratively with external enforcement contractors as well as internally across teams within Parking Services to ensure that enforcement activity is targeted and maximised.

Main duties of the job

• To resource and manage the performance of team, including the allocation of work and monitoring of workloads.
• To manage and monitor the Enforcement Contract, ensuring that the allocation of work is fair, and that the activities of the appointed contractors is in accordance with the terms of that contract.
• To be responsible for the administrative/HR functions within the team.
• To research, collate and provide information for the formulation of reports to Council committees, management and other bodies as required.

For further information or for an informal conversation about the post, please contact:

Name and Job Title: Jimi Ogunyanwo

Email: [e-mail]

Phone Number - 07825098107

Note to Recruitment Agencies: We kindly ask that recruitment agencies do not contact us regarding this vacancy. We are managing the recruitment process internally and will reach out directly should we require external support. Thank you for your understanding.

Working for the team, service and our organisation

Islington is a place rich with diversity and culture. As a council our sense of purpose couldn’t be clearer: we serve. It’s in the logo. We are committed to challenging inequality in the borough and as one of the largest employers we know that to look after the place and the planet, we have to look after our people. Together we can change the future.

We are determined to create a more equal Islington, where everyone who lives here has an equal chance to thrive.

To do this, everyone who works at Islington Council lives by a set of values which guide us in everything that we do: collaborative, ambitious, resourceful, and empowering. They spell out ‘CARE’, which is what we think public service is all about.

Our offer to you

We are committed to challenging inequality in the borough and as one of the largest employers we know that to look after the place and the planet, we have to look after our people. Our staff benefits include:

• Up to 31 days leave per year, increasing to 36 days after five years of local government service
• A range of flexible working arrangements to maintain a healthy work-life balance, as well as a 35-hour working week
• Learning and development opportunities to maximise your potential
• Competitive pay and a commitment to paying all staff the London Living Wage at minimum
• Excellent local government pension scheme
• Cycle to Work scheme and discounted gym memberships
• Local discounts from restaurants, shops, health and beauty therapists, and more!

Please note: Priority will be given to those at risk of redundancy within Islington Council. Current employees who are part of the redeployment pool must meet the essential criteria for shortlisting to be prioritised.

Workforce Equality, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Statement

We are dedicated to creating an inclusive and equitable workforce, where everyone is treated with dignity and respect. Our workforce strategy places equality, equity, diversity, and inclusion at the heart of everything we do, reaffirming our commitment to fostering a culture of inclusion. We strive to create an environment where all colleagues feel they belong and can safely express their thoughts, ideas, and challenges, without fear of judgement or discrimination.

We maintain a zero-tolerance approach to any unlawful discrimination, harassment, or victimisation on the grounds of any protected characteristics under the 2010 Equality Act, including but not limited to race, disability, sexual orientation, sex, religion and belief, age, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy, and maternity. Any incidents of discrimination will be promptly investigated and addressed in line with our HR policies to ensure a safe and inclusive environment for all colleagues.

We use data to identify and address disparities, ensuring that our policies and practices are transparent and impactful in promoting a diverse representation of backgrounds and perspectives at all levels of the organisation. We look at inequality through an intersectional lens, recognising that different aspects of someone’s identity can combine to create unique experiences of discrimination and disadvantage.

We know that advancing diversity and inclusion is a continuous journey, and we must listen to our colleagues and learn where we can further improve. We work closely with our Colleague Forums and Trade Unions, supported by active allies from our Corporate Management Team, to monitor and evaluate our practices, identify barriers, and empower colleagues to promote equality and inclusion in the workplace.

Every one of us has a role to play in making Islington Council a truly inclusive workplace. By living out our CARE (collaborative, ambitious, resourceful, and empowering) values every day and embedding the principles of equality, equity, diversity, and inclusion in our work, we can all actively contribute to empowering people and creating a more equal Islington.

Safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expect all staff, and volunteers to share this commitment. Some posts are subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

The post is subject to a standard DBS qualifications check and 3/5 years referencing.

Disability Confident Scheme

Islington Council operates a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum criteria and we are committed to providing support to applicants who request reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process and throughout their career with us.