Licencing & Enforcement Officer

Job Opportunity: Licencing & Enforcement Officer

Leicestershire (Office-Based)

Full-Time, 37 Hours Per Week

5 days per week (Office-based). Occasional evening and weekend work are required for inspections and large-scale events. (happy to accommodate WFH after training)

Are you a detail-oriented professional with a background in regulation, law enforcement, or local authority administration? We are looking for a Licencing & Enforcement Officer to join our client's team in Leicestershire.This is a fast-paced, high-stakes role where you will be responsible for ensuring public safety across a variety of sectors. Your workload will be primarily focused on Taxi Licencing (80%), with the remaining 20% dedicated to the Licencing Act 2003 (pubs, clubs, festivals, and major events at locations such as the racecourse and university).

Key Responsibilities

• Application Management: Process and determine hackney carriage/private hire driver, vehicle, and operator applications in line with legislation and Council policy.
• Specialist Licencing: Administer licences for the Licencing Act 2003, Gambling Act 2005, Scrap Metal Dealers, Animal Licencing, and Street Trading.
• Enforcement & Compliance: Support enforcement activities, including spot checks on vehicles and inspections of licenced premises.
• Investigations: Investigate complaints and breaches of licence conditions, gathering evidence in accordance with PACE and CPIA requirements.
• Legal Support: Prepare case files, witness statements, and prosecution reports; attend Court or Licencing Sub-Committee meetings to present evidence.
• Partnership Working: Liaise with the Police, Home Office, HMRC, and Trading Standards to ensure regional compliance.

The Person

We are looking for a "best-case scenario" candidate with direct licencing experience. However, we are also very happy to consider strong administrative candidates with a Police or Local Authority background who possess the investigative mindset required for enforcement.

Essential Requirements:

• Experience: Minimum 2 years within a Local Authority, Police, or Government Body.
• Technical Skills: Experience using the Uniform licencing system is essential.
• Investigative Ability: Knowledge of conducting criminal or regulatory investigations.
• Communication: Highly articulate; able to provide clear advice to applicants, businesses, and the public.
• Compliance: An enhanced DBS check is required, and you must be willing to undergo Police Vetting.

Why Join Us?

You will be part of a dedicated team overseeing diverse licencing functions that directly impact the safety and vibrancy of Leicestershire. From managing daily taxi applications to overseeing large-scale music festivals and university events, no two days are the same.What you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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