Licensing Officer - Essex based organisation

Overview

We are seeking a dedicated individual to support a Council in providing an efficient licensing service to both the public and the organisation. This role involves a variety of technical and professional responsibilities linked to the Council's current and future licensing functions, while contributing to the Council's overarching goals and continuous service improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

Enforce licensing conditions as an authorised officer, which may involve conducting site visits, including late-night and occasional weekend inspections, as part of your regular duties.
Manage aspects of the Licensing Act 2003, hackney carriage and private hire licensing, Gambling Act 2005, charitable collections, as well as boatman and pleasure boat licensing.
Process and determine applications for various licences, permits, and registrations, working closely with relevant authorities and internal teams.
Maintain organised and accurate records relating to all licensing functions.
Prepare reports and attend Licensing Committee or Sub-Committee meetings to support the Council's licensing duties.
Provide testimony in court proceedings resulting from prosecutions or appeals connected to the Council's licensing responsibilities.

About You:

Professional Expertise: Proven experience in a Licensing Officer role, with a commitment to ongoing professional development.
Analytical and Judgement Skills: Ability to analyse issues, gather and assess relevant information, adapt to change, and make informed decisions.
Interpersonal Skills: Strong communication abilities, active listening, collaboration, respect for diversity, and the ability to build positive relationships through constructive feedback.
Customer Focus: A clear understanding of customer needs, ability to seek and act on feedback, adjust services accordingly, and ensure all services meet equality standards and maintain professionalism.