Licensing Manager

Suffolk County Council; Lowestoft; Hybrid; GBP 49,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in East Suffolk seeks a Licensing Manager to oversee the provision of high-quality licensing advice. The ideal candidate will have a sound understanding of licensing statutory requirements and proven experience in leadership. This role offers a salary range of £49,282 - £53,460 per annum, 37 hours per week, and a range of benefits including generous leave entitlements and professional development opportunities. Flexibility in working arrangements is available.

Benefits

Great opportunities for training and development

Generous leave entitlement (25 days, increasing to 31 after 5 years)

Local government pension scheme

Free car parking

Discounts on products and services

Qualifications

• Sound understanding of licensing laws and regulations.
• Experience in public/private companies.
• Proven leadership and supervisory skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality advice on Licensing matters.
• Support the vision of East Suffolk Strategic Plan.
• Supervise and lead the team effectively.

Skills

Understanding of statutory and operating practicalities of licensing

Experience working with elected members or seniority positions

Ability to supervise and lead a team

Job description

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Job Description

• East Suffolk Council, Agile working role with need to be able attend offices in Melton (IP12 1RT) or Lowestoft (NR33 0EQ)
• £49,282 - £53,460 per annum
• 37 hours per week
• Permanent

East Suffolk Council is an exciting place to work and a great place to make a real difference to people's lives, delivering vital services to a quarter of a million people across East Suffolk.

An opportunity has arisen for a Licensing Manager to join our Legal Services team ensure the provision of a high quality, timely, cost effective and customer focused advice on Licensing matters that supports the vision of East Suffolk Strategic Plan.

What you will need:

We are looking for someone who has a sound understanding of statutory and operating practicalities of licensing, with previous experience working with elected members or people in similar positions of seniority in public/private companies. We also require someone with the ability to effectively supervise, motivate and lead a team of staff.

The experience/qualifications sufficient to demonstrate the knowledge and skills required for this role is essential.

Why work for us?

East Suffolk Council is a great place to work and there are lots of benefits our employees can access. To find out more about why we are so proud of East Suffolk Council, take a look at our video and hear why our employees think it is such a great place to work (YouTube).

Here are some of the main benefits:

• Great opportunities for training and development
• Generous leave entitlement (equivalent to 25 days a year, increasing to 31 days after 5 years' service, plus bank holidays)
• Local government pension scheme
• Free car parking (for when you are working in the office)
• Discounts on mobile phones, computers, holiday and travel, fashion and clothing, health and beauty and many other products and services.

Please see our benefits brochure for further information (PDF).

The majority of our teams are working in an agile way, with a mixture of home and office working, depending on individual preferences and service requirements. If you wish to discuss how that might impact your working arrangements if you were the successful candidate, please contact the recruiting manager listed at the bottom of this advert.

Please read the job description and person specification before applying for this job.

To find out more -

For an informal discussion regarding this post, please contact Jo Hooley (Legal Services Manager) on 07385 953520, or alternatively email [e-mail].

Closing date: 14 December 2025

Interview date: 22 December 2025

How to apply

Step 1 - Read the advert and theJob Description and Person Specification(Docx)

Step 2 - Complete the online application and upload your CV as your supporting statement.

About Us

East Suffolk Council is an exciting place to work and a great place to make a real difference to people's lives, delivering vital services to a quarter of a million people across East Suffolk.

We hugely value our staff and know that in order for us to remain successful, it is essential for us to recognise talented employees, developing and retaining them within the organisation. We are therefore committed to investing in our staff and providing first-class support to ensure a positive culture and rewarding careers.

To find out more about why we are so proud of East Suffolk Council and to hear why our employees think it is such a great place to work, take a look at our video. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TSWedQksWt0