Licensing Offer

Fusion Search; Highweek; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Fusion People is seeking a Licensing Officer to join a busy council licensing team in the Newton Abbot area. You will process and decide licensing applications, provide expert guidance to stakeholders, and ensure compliance with licensing law.

This temporary role supports public safety and business compliance across the district. The position involves using MS Office tools, conducting checks, drafting notices, and coordinating with authorities.

Qualifications

• Local government licensing experience essential.
• Good knowledge of Licensing Act 2003, Gambling Act 2005 and Local Government (Miscellaneous Provisions) Acts.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to meet tight deadlines.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills with diverse stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Confident use of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Ability to write and present clear reports, including to committee.
• Full driving licence and access to a vehicle; travel around the district.
• Willingness to work outside normal office hours when needed.

Responsibilities

• Process and decide licensing applications accurately and within deadlines.
• Provide professional advice to applicants, licence holders, the public, police, fire and authorities.
• Carry out checks on drivers, vehicles, licence holders and applicants.
• Keep accurate records in council systems with data protection in mind.
• Support inspections, investigations, and proportionate enforcement.
• Draft letters, reports, notices and case files to a high standard.
• Collaborate with colleagues and partner agencies to keep the public safe.

Skills

Licensing

Local government

Communication

Negotiation

Microsoft Office

Report writing

Driving licence

Tools

MS Office

Job description

We are looking for a Licensing Officer to join a busy local council licensing team. You will help deliver the council’s licensing services, including processing and deciding licence applications. You will make sure everything is done by the book, on time and in line with the law. Your work will help keep the public safe and support businesses to stay compliant.

Location: Newton Abbot, TQ12 4 XX

Salary: £31.70/h PAYE

Hours: Monday to Friday 9 am to 5 pm

Joy type: Temporary, initially until 5th of March

What you will do

• Process and decide licensing applications accurately and within legal deadlines. This includes consultations, fees, paperwork and licence conditions.
• Give clear, professional advice to applicants, licence holders, the public, police, fire and other responsible authorities, and elected Members.
• Carry out checks and vetting under council policy, including checks on drivers, vehicles, licence holders and applicants.
• Keep accurate records on council systems, following data protection rules.
• Support inspections, investigations, compliance work and proportionate enforcement.
• Write letters, reports, notices and case files to a high standard.
• Work closely with colleagues and partner agencies to keep the public safe.

Requirements

Essential

• Relevant local government experience in licensing.
• Good knowledge of licensing law, such as the Licensing Act 2003, the Gambling Act 2005 and the Local Government (Miscellaneous Provisions) Acts.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to meet strict deadlines.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills, including with people who may disagree with a decision.
• The ability to work on your own initiative and as part of a team.
• Confident use of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Able to write and present clear reports, including to committee.
• A full driving licence and access to a vehicle, as you will travel around the district.
• Willingness to work outside normal office hours when needed.

Desirable / depending on level

• The Institute of Licensing Professional Licensing Practitioners Qualification.
• Experience investigating complaints and handling complex cases.
• Knowledge of PACE (Police and Criminal Evidence Act) and experience carrying out PACE interviews.

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