Licensing Specialist - Lakeland

BrassRing, LLC; Lakeland (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Publix is seeking a Licensing Specialist to coordinate, obtain, and maintain business licenses, permits and registrations for all Publix locations to ensure compliance with applicable regulations. The role involves researching licenses, renewing, and communicating with store management and government entities.

Ideal candidates have a degree or equivalent analytical experience, several years in licensing or regulatory work, and strong planning, communication, and organizational skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Legal, Finance, Accounting or another analytical discipline or equivalent experience.
• 3 years’ experience in an analytical field.
• Notary and/or Paralegal Studies Certification.
• Knowledge of licensing requirements across federal, state and local levels.

Responsibilities

• researching and obtaining business licenses, permits and registrations for Publix locations
• maintaining and renewing expiring licenses, permits and registrations
• communicating with Publix store management, state and local governments and law enforcement officials
• project managing and providing status updates on license renewals
• performing licensing tasks to comply with regulatory requirements

Skills

Analytical thinking

Research skills

Verbal and written communication

Time management

Project planning

Attention to detail

Independent work

Team coordination

Professionalism

Travel readiness

Continuous improvement

Commitment to Publix mission

Self-motivation

Influence team

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Legal, Finance, Accounting or equivalent

Notary and/or Paralegal Studies Certification

Tools

SAP

Adobe

License HQ

Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, Access)

Job description

The Licensing Specialist coordinates, obtains, and maintains business licensing for all Publix locations to ensure compliance with federal, state and local business licensing requirements.

Responsibilities include:

• researching and obtaining business licenses, permits and registrations for Publix locations
• maintaining and renewing expiring business licenses, permits and registrations
• communicating with Publix store management, state and local governments and law enforcement officials
• project managing and providing status updates to management on the various licenses (business tax receipts, occupational license, beverage licenses, etc).
• performing various additional licensing related tasks necessary to comply with federal, state and local regulatory requirements.

• Associate’s degree in Business, Legal, Finance, Accounting or another analytical discipline or equivalent experience
• 3 years’ experience in an analytical field
• knowledge of licensing research methods – including internet research, review of ordinances and statutes and contact with state, county and city regulatory agencies
• ability to process a high volume of work accurately including good time management skills
• ability to plan and organize projects to meet deadlines
• strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• skilled in verbal and written communication skills
• attention to detail, accuracy, and thoroughness
• ability to complete tasks independently with little supervision
• ability to work well with others and coordinate their work on license renewals
• exhibit professionalism and the ability to deal with confidential subject matter
• excellent attendance and punctuality
• show enthusiasm, initiative and be self-motivated
• ability to positively influence a team synergy
• commitment to continuous quality improvement
• commitment to Publix and our mission
• basic knowledge of Adobe and License HQ
• intermediate knowledge of Publix systems, including SAP, and Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, and Access) applications
• ability to work a variable schedule to meet business needs
• willingness to travel as needed for business needs

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Legal, Finance, Accounting or another analytical discipline or equivalent experience
• 4 years’ experience in an analytical field
• Notary and/or Paralegal Studies Certification
• knowledge of various federal, state and local licensing requirements.
• ability to resolve disputes using negotiation skills
• research skills including the ability to interpret and comprehend legal documents, state and federal statutes, and local ordinances
• Advanced knowledge of Publix systems, including SAP, Adobe, License HQ and Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, and Access) applications