Licensing Enforcement Officer - Reed : Job Details

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Job Opportunity: Licensing Enforcement Officer (Temporary – Sheffield)

Location: Sheffield 

Duration: 2–3 months 

Working Arrangement: Hybrid (office and remote) 

Pay Rate: £20.16 per hour (PAYE) 

Hours: 37 hours per week, including nights, weekends, and bank holidays as per rota

A dynamic and experienced Licensing Enforcement & Technical Officer is required to join a busy licensing team in Sheffield for a short-term assignment. This role is ideal for someone with a strong background in regulatory enforcement and a keen eye for detail.

Role Overview:

You will be responsible for ensuring compliance with licensing regulations across a wide range of areas including:

• Alcohol and entertainment licensing
• Taxi and private hire licensing
• Gambling, street trading, animal licensing, and events

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct inspections, compliance checks, and targeted enforcement operations
• Investigate complaints and take enforcement action against unlicensed or non-compliant operators
• Prepare reports, prosecution case files, and conduct interviews under caution
• Attend hearings and court proceedings as required
• Provide technical advice and support to internal teams, licence holders, and external stakeholders
• Represent the service at public meetings and deliver presentations

Requirements:

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in licensing or a similar regulatory function
• Strong understanding of licensing law and enforcement procedures
• Experience conducting inspections and preparing reports
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and manage emotionally demanding situations
• Willingness and availability to work nights, weekends, and bank holidays

Additional Information:

• Applicants must be at least 18 years old
• Must not hold or be related to holders of certain local authority licences (e.g., taxi, alcohol)
• The role involves physical site visits and use of IT systems

Ready to apply?This is a great opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a fast-paced regulatory environment. Apply today to be considered.

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