Licensing Manager (Castle Point Borough Council)

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Essex County Council, Arbury, Cambridge

Full time
Temporary
Remote working

Posted today, 24 Oct | Get your application in now to be one of the first to apply.

Closing date: Closing date not specified

job Ref: 310e587480bf41c599c4c4b59c99d024

Full Job Description

Coordinate and manage programs to implement the Council's duties related to the Licensing Act 2003, Gambling Act 2005, vehicle licensing, street trading, and other functions, including regulation and enforcement activities.
Oversee vehicle checks, premises inspections, and enforcement actions to ensure compliance with licenses, permits, or registrations, while coaching and developing the licensing staff.
Prepare for court proceedings, attend, and present evidence as required at Magistrates, Crown, or Higher Courts.
Ensure proper processing and determination of licenses, permits, and registrations through technical, financial, and administrative checks, and consultations with partner agencies.
Provide specialist advice on licensing functions, evaluate new legislation, and maintain relevant areas of the Council's website with updated procedures and guidance.
Liaise with internal services and external partners, including Essex Joint Licensing Officers Forum and South East Essex Licensing Managers Group, to promote public safety and compliance.
Manage licensing administrative and software systems, and control financial budgets related to licensing fees and provide associated reports.
Represent the licensing team at various meetings, manage complaints, and produce operational procedures to guide staff and applicants.

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Working in a Local Government Licensing Department for a minimum of 5 years
The ability to quickly analyse and interpret complex written, numerical and financial information and make informed decisions.
Proficiency in working independently and collaboratively and strong interpersonal skills building effective teams and relationships, regardless of hierarchy and line management.
A personal commitment to delivering high quality services to all customers and service users.
Highly developed skills in planning, programming, monitoring and delivering projects within required timeframes.
Experience of managing human resources with expertise in performance management and capability issues
Strong problem solving and decision making abilities to resolve licensing issues and disputes.
Understanding of legal frameworks and procedures related to licensing and enforcement.
Effective time management and organisational skills to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines.