Job Title Licensing Compliance Officer

Job reference 002505

Service Area / Directorate Communities and People (Directorate)

Salary and Grade G5: £30,736 per annum - (pro rata for part time), with potential career progression to G6: £35,703 per annum

Contract Permanent

Hours per week 37 per week / 5 in 7 days

Candidate Screening  Basic Disclosure and BPSS

Location Hybrid Oxford - Town Hall/Work from home

The role

An opportunity has arisen for a Licensing Compliance Officer to join the General Licensing team at Oxford City Council.

The successful candidate will be responsible for carrying out licensing compliance inspections in a timely and effective manner, processing submissions within the legal timelines, attend hearings and developing sustainable and long-term working relationships as part of a committed, forward-thinking team.

In order to deliver the objectives of the Licensing Authority to uphold the needs of local businesses and communities and to promote Oxford as a world-class city offering a safe, modern and vibrant licensed trade, you will be self-motivated, adaptable and flexible in your approach to work. In addition, as you will work with a wide range of stakeholders including, customers, partners, elected members and licence holders, you will be an effective communicator and possess strong negotiation and influencing skills.

In return we can provide a challenging, yet rewarding environment within which to progress your career. Our Career Grade scheme provides opportunities for future progression to a Senior Officer following successful achievement of the Competency Framework Assessment.

About us

Our ambitious leadership team and dedicated staff are working hard building a world class city for everyone. Oxford City Council has accelerated plans to build more affordable and council housing in the city. We provide services to help reduce inequality and improve the health and wellbeing of Oxford’s residents and are taking a lead on reducing emissions and increasing biodiversity to become a net carbon neutral city of the future.

We are a supportive and collaborative bunch of people working towards shared goals, where new ideas and initiatives are valued. We strive to deliver service excellence, take accountability for our actions and communicate with honestly and respect. There has never been a more exciting time to join us! Help us to build successful places in which to live and work and build a fairer, greener city in which everyone can thrive.

Many of our roles offer flexible or hybrid working.
We offer generous holiday 28 days a year with an additional 4 days after 5 years’ service.
We are committed to supporting career development opportunities and learning.
An above average pension offering.
Plus, other great benefits.

How to apply

More information is available on the role profile document. Please read this document to ensure that you meet our requirements. More information about working for the Council, our values and vision, is available on our web site.

For an informal discussion about the post please contact Anna Dumitru, Licensing Team Leader on 01865 252565 or email adumitru@oxford.gov.uk.

Closing Date 26 June 2024 - Late applications will not be processed

Interview Date(s) 04 July 2024 and 05 July 2024

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