Revenue Manager

Sellick Partnership; England; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Revenue Manager for a local government organisation in Northamptonshire. The role, offering a competitive daily rate with hybrid working options, focuses on strategic leadership in Council Tax and Business Rates management. The ideal candidate will possess extensive knowledge of relevant legislation and a strong background in revenue services with a knack for managing teams and driving improvement.

Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge of Council Tax and Business Rates legislation.
• Strong background in casework and service transformation.
• Proven experience in managing performance and improvement.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic direction of Council Tax and Business Rates.
• Monitor service performance to achieve high collection rates.
• Provide leadership to a team of 7 Team Leaders.

Skills

Knowledge of Council Tax legislation

Experience in Revenue services

People management skills

Interpersonal skills

Project management experience

Job description

Role: Revenue Manager
Type: Interim 3 month contract
Salary: up to 450 per day UMB
Hybrid up to 3 days of remote working per week
Location: Northamptonshire

Sellick Partnership is partnering with a Local Government organisation to recruit a Revenue Manager on a permanent basis.

The responsibilities of the Revenue Manager will be:

• Leading the strategic direction of Council Tax, Business Rates, and Inspections services, ensuring legislation, policies, and procedures are implemented and regularly reviewed.
• Acting as the organisation's subject matter expert for Council Tax and Business Rates, ensuring effective administration and maximising income.
• Monitoring and evaluating service performance to achieve high collection rates and deliver an efficient service.
• Providing strong leadership to a team of 7 Team Leaders, establishing and maintaining high-quality standards.
• Managing delegated budgets and ensuring resources are utilised effectively.
• Overseeing Business Rates revaluations, annual billing, and year-end activity.
• Collaborating with internal and external stakeholders, including the Valuation Office Agency, Enforcement Agents, and senior leadership.
• Deputising for the Assistant Director of Revenues and Benefits when required.

The ideal candidate for the Revenue Manager role will have:

• Extensive knowledge of Council Tax and Business Rates legislation and current best practice.
• A strong background in Revenue services with experience in casework, service transformation, and change management.
• Proven experience in managing people, monitoring performance, and driving continuous improvement.
• Strong interpersonal and consultative skills, with the ability to influence and support decision making.
• Experience delivering presentations and managing stakeholder relationships effectively.
• Experience in project management frameworks, policy development, and analysing management information.

How to apply for the Revenue Manager role:

If you believe that you are well-suited to this excellent opportunity of Revenue Manager, please apply directly or contact Tim Farnsworth at Sellick Partnership Derby Office for more information.

CVs will be screened and sent over to the client for shortlisting, the successful applicants interviews will be arranged as soon as possible.

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