Licensing & Compliance Investigator

Bidvane; Mid Sussex; Remote; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Agile working arrangements

Generous pension scheme

26–31 days annual leave

Job summary

Mid Sussex District Council is seeking a Licensing Officer to join the licensing service, handling licensing administration and enforcement across alcohol, animal welfare, gambling, taxis, scrap metal and street trading.

The role is 37 hours a week with willingness to work outside regular hours, including hearings and inspections. You will advise stakeholders, investigate complaints and ensure compliance with licensing law.

Qualifications

• Recent experience applying licensing or similar legislation.
• Experience gathering and assessing evidence, and initiating enforcement action.
• Knowledge of general criminal law principles and enforcement practice.

Responsibilities

• Process and determine licence applications, advise applicants, licensees and stakeholders.
• Investigate complaints about licensed and unlicensed activity under legislation enforced by the Council.
• Check licensed premises, people and vehicles for compliance with legislation and licence conditions.
• Inspect premises following applications and recommend action to secure compliance.
• Take enforcement action to protect the public.
• Prepare reports for the Licensing Committee, attend meetings and present reports when required.
• Work with external agencies on joint operations.
• Keep up to date with licensing legislation and guidance.
• Recommend ways to improve efficiency and effectiveness of the service.

Skills

General criminal law

Organization

Written and oral communication

Independent and team work

Willingness to work outside hours

Job description

Mid Sussex District Council is seeking a Licensing Officer to join the licensing service, handling licensing administration and enforcement across alcohol, animal welfare, gambling, taxis, scrap metal and street trading.

The role is 37 hours a week with willingness to work outside regular hours, including hearings and inspections. You will advise stakeholders, investigate complaints and ensure compliance with licensing law.