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Job Title: Licensing Officer
Location: North Northamptonshire
Department: Housing, Benefits & Planning
Duration: 12-week assignment
Hours: Full-time, 37 hours per week (Monday to Friday, 9:00 am - 5:30 pm)
Salary: £35,745 - £38,223 per annum (pro-rata)
IR35 Status: Inside
Interview Process: Microsoft Teams interview

About the Role:

Optima Plus Recruitment is seeking a skilled Licensing Officer to support our Client with Housing, Benefits & Planning services by ensuring effective licensing and regulatory compliance. This is a temporary role covering a vacant post, essential to maintaining service quality and meeting operational goals.

Key Responsibilities:

* Conduct thorough licensing inspections to achieve set targets based on risk assessment.

* Investigate complaints regarding licensed premises, vehicles, drivers, and regulated activities.

* Collaborate with various services, authorities, and agencies to ensure seamless licensing enforcement.

* Perform enforcement actions, including serving notices, preparing prosecution files, and presenting cases to the Licensing Panel/Sub-Committee.

* Provide licensing expertise to businesses, the public, and client departments, promoting awareness and compliance.

* Actively engage with trade bodies and relevant organizations such as Pubwatch and licensed vehicle associations.

* Contribute to continuous improvement, ensuring efficient, up-to-date service delivery.

Ideal Candidate Profile:

* Proven experience in licensing, inspections, and regulatory compliance.

* Strong investigative and problem-solving skills.

* Excellent communication skills for liaising with stakeholders and presenting reports to panels.

* Knowledge of enforcement procedures and collaborative work with other agencies.

This role offers a great opportunity to contribute directly to public safety and compliance standards within North Northamptonshire. If you're proactive, detail-oriented, and have a strong licensing background, we’d love to hear from you