Senior Licensing Officer - Public Regulation & Compliance

Varnom Ross; Devon and Torbay; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Council in Devon is seeking an experienced Senior Licensing Officer to join the Licensing Team, supporting a diverse caseload and improving service delivery. The role offers opportunities to provide technical guidance, manage inspections and contribute to regulatory enforcement.

Essential requirements include licensing or legal qualification, strong knowledge of the Licensing Act 2003 and PACE, and a full UK driving licence with access to a vehicle.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a Licensing role within a Local Authority.
• Licensing or legal qualification.
• Strong working knowledge of the Licensing Act 2003 and PACE.
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical advice, guidance and support to businesses and members of the public on licensing legislation and regulatory matters.
• Complete premises licence applications under the Licensing Act 2003.
• Street trading Licensing.
• Taxi and Private Hire Licensing.
• Oversee licensing enforcement activities, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation, licence conditions and council policies.
• Undertake inspections, investigations and complaints relating to licensed premises and regulated activities.
• Provide technical guidance on complex licensing applications, enforcement matters and regulatory issues.
• Manage workloads and identify opportunities to improve service delivery and operational efficiency.
• Understand customer demand, reduce unnecessary processes and improve service quality and efficiency

Skills

Licensing experience

Education

Licensing or legal qualification

Job description

Council in Devon is seeking an experienced Senior Licensing Officer to join the Licensing Team, supporting a diverse caseload and improving service delivery. The role offers opportunities to provide technical guidance, manage inspections and contribute to regulatory enforcement.

Essential requirements include licensing or legal qualification, strong knowledge of the Licensing Act 2003 and PACE, and a full UK driving licence with access to a vehicle.