Locality Services Officer (Licensing)
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 05 Medi 2025 |
|---|---|
| Cyflog: | £35,064.26 bob blwyddyn |
| Oriau: | Llawn Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 21 Medi 2025 |
| Lleoliad: | Canterbury, Kent |
| Gweithio o bell: | Ar y safle yn unig |
| Cwmni: | Canterbury City Council |
| Math o swydd: | Parhaol |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | CCC0738 |
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Canterbury City Council are seeking an experienced Licensing Professional who has working knowledge of the legislation around Licensed Premises, Gambling, Hackney Carriage, Private Hire Licensing. The successful candidate will be required to work both within a small internal team, and as part of a larger multi-agency team, tackling identified licensing issues and carrying out compliancy visits.
The successful candidate will need to offer professional advice, evaluate applications, carry out inspections, investigate complaints and maintain compliancy checks. The role requires both office and home working, with some flexibility required around evening or weekend work should it be required for licensing visits, and on occasions organise and participate in multi-agency operations.
As part of a well-established team, this Role is pivotal in maintaining the safety of the public in the Canterbury District when they utilise the restaurants and bars, take a ride in a taxi or attend any licensable premises. The priority is set around the Licensing Objectives, keeping the residents, businesses, and visitors to our local area safe.
The candidate will need to manage legal cases and be able to collate and evaluate evidence in accordance with national guidelines with minimal supervision. You will need the ability to make sound, objective decisions in accordance with Canterbury City Council policies and procedures, compile reports and on occasions attend Hearings and Court to give evidence
Essential:
Working knowledge of The Licensing Act 2003
Working knowledge of Local Government (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 1976 together with the Town Police Clauses Act 1847 for Taxis and Private Hire
Proven record of compiling reports/case building
Ability to work flexibly when required
Gambling Act
Diving Licence with own vehicle
Desired:
Proven record of multi-agency working
Ability to work with a team and unilaterally
Strive to make links with other stakeholders and internal colleagues
Are you an experienced licensing professional looking for a new challenge? Do you want to be part of a new exciting way of working?
We have an exciting opportunity for a dynamic Licencing professional to join our Locality Team. Working as part of a larger multi disciplinary team you will work as part of the team responsible for implementation, enforcement and supporting the delivery of various licensing regimes including Hackney Carriage and Private Hire Drivers, Hackney Carriage and Private Hire Vehicles and Operators , Licensing Act and Gambling Act all in accordance with current legislation and good practice. The successful candidate will work in partnership with other organisations such as Kent Police and Trading Standards on emerging issues or trends by way of intelligence sharing and joint operations.
You will be a strong team player with a proactive attitude, demonstrable experience in enforcing legislation and handling criminal evidence and possess a sound knowledge and understanding of local authority licensing functions. The ideal candidate will be able to pick up cases and have the requisite knowledge and confidence to bring about a good outcome with minimal supervision. Our residents rely on us to ensure that businesses are safe and licensed – whether that is their local restaurants, bars or taking a taxi home so a strong customer focus is also essential.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a new service with real development opportunities across multiple service areas. If you are looking for a new challenge and enjoy working as part of a collaborative team on varied and interesting projects then get in touch with us.
Why work For Us:
Salary £35,064.26
Generous annual Leave starting at 23 Days with an additional 5 days after 5 years service plus Bank Holidays
Career Average Revalued Earnings Pension through the LGPS
Flexible working - we understand the importance of a good work-life balance
Excellent opportunities for training and development
Due to the nature of this role, the successful applicant will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check as part of their pre-employment clearances.
So, if this Surveying job opportunity in Canterbury, Kent, looks right for you, please apply today! Simply click the “Apply Online” button and create your account to begin your application form.
For an informal chat to find out more about the role or what it’s like to work for Canterbury City Council’s please contact Lacy Dixon by email to lacy.dixon@Canterbury.gov.uk
Interviews are planned to take place on 02 and 03 September 2025.
Equality, Diversity & Inclusion at Canterbury City Council.
We are committed to promoting equality and diversity in everything we do. We provide a safe and welcoming environment where everyone is valued, included and respected.
Our diversity strengthens our ability to serve the diverse communities we support through our work.
To demonstrate this through our actions, all applications are anonymised for the shortlisting panel, allowing all applicants to be assessed on merit alone.
Site Maintenance Dates:
Site maintenance is being carried out and may be unavailable on 20 September 2025 between the hours of 00:00 - 12:00.
The successful candidate will need to offer professional advice, evaluate applications, carry out inspections, investigate complaints and maintain compliancy checks. The role requires both office and home working, with some flexibility required around evening or weekend work should it be required for licensing visits, and on occasions organise and participate in multi-agency operations.
As part of a well-established team, this Role is pivotal in maintaining the safety of the public in the Canterbury District when they utilise the restaurants and bars, take a ride in a taxi or attend any licensable premises. The priority is set around the Licensing Objectives, keeping the residents, businesses, and visitors to our local area safe.
The candidate will need to manage legal cases and be able to collate and evaluate evidence in accordance with national guidelines with minimal supervision. You will need the ability to make sound, objective decisions in accordance with Canterbury City Council policies and procedures, compile reports and on occasions attend Hearings and Court to give evidence
Essential:
Working knowledge of The Licensing Act 2003
Working knowledge of Local Government (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 1976 together with the Town Police Clauses Act 1847 for Taxis and Private Hire
Proven record of compiling reports/case building
Ability to work flexibly when required
Gambling Act
Diving Licence with own vehicle
Desired:
Proven record of multi-agency working
Ability to work with a team and unilaterally
Strive to make links with other stakeholders and internal colleagues
Are you an experienced licensing professional looking for a new challenge? Do you want to be part of a new exciting way of working?
We have an exciting opportunity for a dynamic Licencing professional to join our Locality Team. Working as part of a larger multi disciplinary team you will work as part of the team responsible for implementation, enforcement and supporting the delivery of various licensing regimes including Hackney Carriage and Private Hire Drivers, Hackney Carriage and Private Hire Vehicles and Operators , Licensing Act and Gambling Act all in accordance with current legislation and good practice. The successful candidate will work in partnership with other organisations such as Kent Police and Trading Standards on emerging issues or trends by way of intelligence sharing and joint operations.
You will be a strong team player with a proactive attitude, demonstrable experience in enforcing legislation and handling criminal evidence and possess a sound knowledge and understanding of local authority licensing functions. The ideal candidate will be able to pick up cases and have the requisite knowledge and confidence to bring about a good outcome with minimal supervision. Our residents rely on us to ensure that businesses are safe and licensed – whether that is their local restaurants, bars or taking a taxi home so a strong customer focus is also essential.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a new service with real development opportunities across multiple service areas. If you are looking for a new challenge and enjoy working as part of a collaborative team on varied and interesting projects then get in touch with us.
Why work For Us:
Salary £35,064.26
Generous annual Leave starting at 23 Days with an additional 5 days after 5 years service plus Bank Holidays
Career Average Revalued Earnings Pension through the LGPS
Flexible working - we understand the importance of a good work-life balance
Excellent opportunities for training and development
Due to the nature of this role, the successful applicant will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check as part of their pre-employment clearances.
So, if this Surveying job opportunity in Canterbury, Kent, looks right for you, please apply today! Simply click the “Apply Online” button and create your account to begin your application form.
For an informal chat to find out more about the role or what it’s like to work for Canterbury City Council’s please contact Lacy Dixon by email to lacy.dixon@Canterbury.gov.uk
Interviews are planned to take place on 02 and 03 September 2025.
Equality, Diversity & Inclusion at Canterbury City Council.
We are committed to promoting equality and diversity in everything we do. We provide a safe and welcoming environment where everyone is valued, included and respected.
Our diversity strengthens our ability to serve the diverse communities we support through our work.
To demonstrate this through our actions, all applications are anonymised for the shortlisting panel, allowing all applicants to be assessed on merit alone.
Site Maintenance Dates:
Site maintenance is being carried out and may be unavailable on 20 September 2025 between the hours of 00:00 - 12:00.
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