Licensing Enforcement & Compliance Officer

Ealing Council; Chelmsford; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in the UK is searching for a skilled officer to regulate a wide range of licensed activities and ensure compliance with various legislation. The successful candidate will conduct inspections, provide guidance to businesses, and work collaboratively with internal and external partners. This full-time permanent role offers a hybrid work environment, requiring at least two days onsite per week. Excellent communication and knowledge of licensing enforcement are essential for success in this position.

Qualifications

• Practical and theoretical knowledge of licensing enforcement.
• Experience preparing reports and presenting at committees.
• Ability to manage wellbeing and safety in challenging environments.

Responsibilities

• Carry out inspections of licensed premises.
• Provide advice and guidance on compliance.
• Investigate complaints and enforce regulations.
• Work with partners including Police and community groups.
• Maintain records and contribute to policy development.

Skills

Knowledge of licensing enforcement

Excellent communication skills

Organisational skills

Ability to work flexibly

Education

Recognised licensing practitioner qualifications

Job description

Are you passionate about protecting the public, supporting local businesses, and ensuring a vibrant, safe community? Ealing Council's Licensing Enforcement & Compliance Team is seeking a motivated and skilled officer to join our dynamic service. You will play a key role in regulating a wide range of licensed activities, from hospitality venues to animal welfare, and contribute to innovative projects that make a real difference to residents and businesses.

Salary: Up to £30,000 (subject to experience)
Contract Type: Full Time Permanent
Location: London / Hybrid (requires at least 2 days a week on site)
Visa Restrictions: This position does not currently offer visa sponsorship.
Security: –

What You'll Do

• Carry out proactive and reactive inspections of licensed premises under the Licensing Act, Gambling Act, Fireworks Act, Animal Welfare Act, Scrap Metal Dealers Act, London Local Authorities Act, and other schemes.
• Provide comprehensive advice and guidance to businesses and applicants on compliance with licensing regimes.
• Investigate complaints, identify non‑compliance, and take appropriate enforcement action, including preparing and presenting cases at licensing hearings and court proceedings.
• Work closely with internal and external partners, including the Police, Trading Standards, and community groups, to deliver multi‑agency projects and support the regulation of licensed premises.
• Maintain accurate records, contribute to policy development, and support the continuous improvement of our service.

Qualifications

• Practical and theoretical knowledge of licensing enforcement, with the ability to interpret and apply relevant legislation.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organisational skills, with experience preparing reports and presenting at committees or hearings.
• The ability to work flexibly, including outside normal hours, and to manage your own wellbeing and safety in challenging environments.
• For higher grades: substantial experience in local government licensing, enforcement, and partnership working, with recognised licensing practitioner qualifications.
• For Grade 9: Ability to obtain or already have recognised licensing practitioner qualifications.
• For Grade 10: Recognised licensing practitioner qualifications and substantial experience in local government licensing and enforcement.
• For Grade 11: Significant experience of regulation and enforcement across all relevant licensing regimes, including complex investigations and partnership projects.

Our Values

• Passionate about improving life for residents
• Trustworthy and open
• Collaborative and confident in leading partnerships
• Innovative and willing to try new approaches
• Accountable and committed to high standards

Ealing Council is committed to creating good jobs and delivering on its connected communities' agenda. We are committed to equality of opportunity, to being fair and inclusive.