Licensing Officer

Essential Employment; Highweek; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Essential Employment is seeking a Licensing Officer in Newton Abbot to manage a varied caseload of licensing applications, enquiries, complaints and enforcement investigations.

The role involves inspections, reporting, and collaboration with Police, Fire Service, Trading Standards and Environmental Health to uphold Licensing Act 2003, Gambling Act 2005, SEVs and hackney carriage licensing.

Job description

Licensing Officer needed in Newton Abbot Paying £31.70 per hr ref 5309729

Full time hours on a temporarybasis

• Key Responsibilities

  • Manage a varied caseload of licensing applications, enquiries, complaints, and enforcement investigations.
  • Carry out inspections and compliance visits relating to:
    • Licensed premises under the Licensing Act 2003
    • Gambling premises under the Gambling Act 2005
    • Street trading activities
    • Sex Establishments and Sexual Entertainment Venues (SEVs)
    • Hackney Carriage and Private Hire licensing
    • Other licensing regimes administered by the local authority
  • Assess applications and prepare reports, recommendations, and supporting evidence for licensing hearings and committee meetings.
  • Investigate complaints and alleged breaches of licensing legislation, gathering evidence and taking appropriate enforcement action where necessary.
  • Conduct interviews, witness statement collection, and evidence gathering in accordance with legal and procedural requirements.
  • Issue warnings, notices, licences, permits, and other regulatory documentation as appropriate.
  • Work collaboratively with internal departments and external partners, including the Police, Fire Service, Trading Standards, Environmental Health, Safeguarding Teams, and local businesses.
  • Provide professional advice and guidance to residents, businesses, elected members, and stakeholders on licensing matters and regulatory requirements.
  • Attend Licensing Sub-Committee hearings, court proceedings, and multi-agency meetings as required.
  • Maintain accurate case records and update licensing databases and systems.
  • Contribute to the development and review of licensing policies, procedures, and service improvements.
  • Share knowledge and expertise with colleagues, providing peer support and assisting with the achievement of service objectives and performance targets.

Essential Employment is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

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