Licensing & Compliance Officer — Hybrid, Public Safety

Osborne Richardson; Devon and Torbay; Hybrid; GBP 63,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

Our client, a local authority in South Devon, is recruiting a Licensing Officer to join their team. You will process and determine licensing applications, including taxi and private hire licensing, with strong attention to statutory timescales and accuracy.

The role offers hybrid working in a full-time capacity, with pay at £55 per hour. You will provide professional advice, maintain records, support inspections and enforcement, and work with partners to promote public safety.

Qualifications

• Experience in licensing or regulatory roles, ideally in local government.
• Strong communication skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Process and determine licensing applications within statutory timescales.
• Vetting and checks on drivers, vehicles, applicants and licence holders.
• Provide clear, professional advice to applicants, licence holders and the public.
• Maintain accurate records in line with data protection requirements.
• Support inspections, investigations and enforcement work.
• Prepare high-quality correspondence and reports.
• Collaborate with colleagues and partner agencies to promote public safety.

Skills

Licensing experience

Communication skills

Job description

Our client, a local authority in South Devon, is recruiting a Licensing Officer to join their team. You will process and determine licensing applications, including taxi and private hire licensing, with strong attention to statutory timescales and accuracy.

The role offers hybrid working in a full-time capacity, with pay at £55 per hour. You will provide professional advice, maintain records, support inspections and enforcement, and work with partners to promote public safety.