Property Litigation Solicitor

Ealing Council; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in Greater London is seeking a motivated Licensing Enforcement Officer to regulate licensed activities and support community projects. You will conduct inspections, provide compliance advice, and investigate complaints. Ideal candidates should possess excellent communication skills and practical knowledge of licensing law, with recognised licensing qualifications preferred. This role also requires collaboration with various partners to enhance service delivery and uphold regulatory standards.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Conduct inspections of licensed premises under various licensing acts.
• Provide advice to businesses on compliance with licensing regimes.
• Investigate complaints and take appropriate enforcement actions.

Skills

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Organisational skills

Knowledge of licensing enforcement

Education

Recognised licensing practitioner qualifications

Job description

Overview

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.

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 and experience

• 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