Technical Licensing Officer
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Job Summary
3 months contract with a Local Authority
Job Summary:
The Technical Licensing Officer will support the delivery and day-to-day operation of Thurrocks new Selective Licensing scheme launching in January 2026.
The postholder will assess and process licence applications apply relevant housing legislation manage an active caseload and help ensure that private rented homes across the borough are safe compliant and well managed.
The role involves working closely with landlords tenants and partner agencies to improve housing standards and uphold statutory responsibilities.
Key Duties/Accountabilities (Sample):
Assess process and determine selective licence applications in accordance with the Housing Act 2004.
Apply housing and licensing legislation accurately to ensure statutory compliance.
Manage and prioritise a caseload ensuring tasks are completed within statutory and service deadlines.
Use digital systems and data tools to record information track cases and produce performance reports.
Communicate effectively with landlords tenants and partner agencies to resolve issues and promote compliance.
Support housing standards improvement through advice inspections and enforcement activity where required.
Maintain accurate records and ensure all data handling complies with internal policies and Data Protection legislation.
Contribute to the smooth implementation of the Selective Licensing scheme as it goes live.
Skills/Experience:
Experience in housing environmental health property licensing or a related regulatory role.
Strong understanding of housing and licensing legislation (particularly Housing Act 2004).
Ability to manage caseloads meet deadlines and work independently.
Confident using digital systems databases and reporting tools.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills for working with landlords tenants and partner agencies.
Ability to interpret legislation and apply it consistently to casework.
Commitment to improving housing standards and supporting residents.
Additional Information:
The closing date: 04/12/2025.
Location: Thurrock Council.
Hours: 37 hours per week.
Required Skills:
Experience in housing environmental health property licensing or a related regulatory role. Strong understanding of housing and licensing legislation (particularly Housing Act 2004). Ability to manage caseloads meet deadlines and work independently. Confident using digital systems databases and reporting tools. Strong communication and interpersonal skills for working with landlords tenants and partner agencies. Ability to interpret legislation and apply it consistently to casework. Commitment to improving housing standards and supporting residents.
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