Licensing Officer

Essential Employment; Shoreham-by-Sea; Hybrid; GBP 27,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Essential Employment is recruiting a Licensing Officer for Shoreham-by-Sea on a temporary, part-time basis. The role supports the Team Leader in delivering Environmental Health and Licensing services, undertaking inspections, investigations and enforcement across licensing disciplines including alcohol, gambling, street trading and sex establishments.

Hybrid working with two to three days in the office. The successful candidate will interpret legislation such as Licensing Act 2003 and Gambling

Qualifications

• Experience in a local authority licensing team.
• Strong understanding of licensing legislation and enforcement.
• Able to manage a varied caseload and provide professional advice.
• Prepare reports and ensure compliance with relevant acts.
• Interpret legislation and communicate with diverse stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Support the Team Leader in delivering an efficient, effective and customer-focused Environmental Health and Licensing service.
• Undertake inspections, investigations and enforcement across licensing disciplines.
• Cover alcohol licensing, gambling, street trading, and sex venues.
• Apply local authority procedures and ensure timely case progress.

Skills

Licensing experience

Local authority licensing

Enforcement principles

Stakeholder communication

Job description

Licensing Officer needed in Shoreham

This is a temporary role and the rate is £23.94ph PAYE

The reference number is: 5308591

The successful candidate will have previous experience working within a local authority licensing team and possess a strong understanding of licensing legislation, regulatory compliance, enforcement principles and local authority procedures. You will be responsible for supporting the Team Leader in delivering an efficient, effective and customer-focused Environmental Health and Licensing service, undertaking inspections, investigations and enforcement activities across a range of licensing disciplines including alcohol licensing, gambling, street trading, sex establishment venues and related regulatory functions.

The role requires the ability to manage a varied caseload, provide professional advice and guidance, conduct investigations, prepare reports and ensure compliance with relevant legislation including the Licensing Act 2003, Gambling Act 2005, Town Police Clauses Act 1847 and Local Government (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 1976. You will be confident interpreting legislation, communicating with a wide range of stakeholders and applying sound judgement when dealing with complex licensing matters. The successful candidate will demonstrate resilience, adaptability and a collaborative approach, sharing knowledge and supporting colleagues to achieve service objectives. This is a part-time role covering 29.6 hours per week, operating on a hybrid basis with attendance in the office typically required two to three days per week and remote working for one to two days, subject to operational demands and reviewed regularly in line with service requirements.

Essential Employment is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

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