Licensing Officer


Company:	ESSENTIAL EMPLOYMENT LTD
Salary:	£31.70 to £40 an hour
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Newton Abbot, TQ12 4XX
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Contract
Posting date:	13 Nov 2026
Closing date:	13 Dec 2026

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Summary

Licensing Officer needed in Newton Abbot Paying £31.70 per hr ref 5309729

Full time hours on a temporary basis

Key Responsibilities
- Manage a varied caseload of licensing applications, enquiries, complaints, and enforcement investigations.
- Carry out inspections and compliance visits relating to:
  - Licensed premises under the Licensing Act 2003
  - Gambling premises under the Gambling Act 2005
  - Street trading activities
  - Sex Establishments and Sexual Entertainment Venues (SEVs)
  - Hackney Carriage and Private Hire licensing
  - Other licensing regimes administered by the local authority
- Assess applications and prepare reports, recommendations, and supporting evidence for licensing hearings and committee meetings.
- Investigate complaints and alleged breaches of licensing legislation, gathering evidence and taking appropriate enforcement action where necessary.
- Conduct interviews, witness statement collection, and evidence gathering in accordance with legal and procedural requirements.
- Issue warnings, notices, licences, permits, and other regulatory documentation as appropriate.
- Work collaboratively with internal departments and external partners, including the Police, Fire Service, Trading Standards, Environmental Health, Safeguarding Teams, and local businesses.
- Provide professional advice and guidance to residents, businesses, elected members, and stakeholders on licensing matters and regulatory requirements.
- Attend Licensing Sub-Committee hearings, court proceedings, and multi-agency meetings as required.
- Maintain accurate case records and update licensing databases and systems.
- Contribute to the development and review of licensing policies, procedures, and service improvements.
- Share knowledge and expertise with colleagues, providing peer support and assisting with the achievement of service objectives and performance targets.