2 months contract with a local authority

Job Purpose

The post-holder will ensure business compliance with the Licensing Act 2003, Health Act 2006, Gambling Act 2005, London Local Authorities Act 1991 and the Highways Act 1980, through enforcement action and advice, working in partnership with the Police, Fire Brigade and other enforcement agencies.

Key Duties/Accountabilities

Act as an authorised officer and undertake inspections, to plan and carry out enforcement visits and projects, and investigations to enforce the Licensing Act, including tables and chairs licensing and massage and special treatment licensing to ensure legal compliance.
Respond to complaints made about licensed and unlicensed premises and activities, and liaise with other authorities.
Take enforcement action in line with enforcement policy, getting written and oral statements under the Police and Criminal Evidence Act; to prepare reports with recommendations, detailing and compiling cases for prosecution; to appear in court as necessary to give evidence in connection with those proceedings which may impact upon the operation of the business and its activities.
Provide guidance to businesses in line with enforcement policy.
Ensure all manual and electronic data systems are maintained and updated and to be fully conversant with the systems used within the service team in order that team statistics are accurate and up to date.
Attend committee and other internal meetings as required as well as public meetings to ensure good customer service and liaise directly with Members about licensing matters. Assist in the formulation and development of Council policy by carrying out observational research.

Essential Experience Required

Experience with the latest legislation and procedures relating to enforcement, including PACE 1984, CPIA 1996, and RIPA 2000, and other specialised legislation relating to licensing enforcement, such as the Licensing Act 2003.

Essential Qualification Required

2 A levels and 5 GCSE (incl. maths and English) or 1 year experience in licensing enforcement.

Additional information to note

Requirements

Experience with latest legislation and procedures relating to enforcement
Knowledge of specialized legislation relating to licensing enforcement
2 A levels and 5 GCSE (incl. maths and English) or 1 year experience in licensing enforcement

Licensing Enforcement Officer