An opportunity has arisen for a Licensing Compliance Officer to join the General Licensing team at Oxford City Council.

The successful candidate will be responsible for carrying out licensing compliance inspections in a timely and effective manner, processing submissions within the legal timelines, attend hearings and developing sustainable and long-term working relationships as part of a committed, forward thinking team.

In order to deliver the objectives of the Licensing Authority to uphold the needs of local businesses and communities and to promote Oxford as a world-class city offering a safe, modern and vibrant licensed trade, you will be self-motivated, adaptable and flexible in your approach to work. In addition, as you will work with a wide range of stakeholders including, customers, partners, elected members and licence holders, you will be an effective communicator and possess strong negotiation and influencing skills.

In return we can provide a challenging, yet rewarding environment within which to progress your career. Our Career Grade scheme provides opportunities for future progression to a Senior Officer following successful achievement of the Competency Framework Assessment.

About us

Our ambitious leadership team and dedicated staff are working hard building a world class city for everyone. Oxford City Council has accelerated plans to build more affordable and council housing in the city. We provide services to help reduce inequality and improve the health and wellbeing of Oxford’s residents and are taking a lead on reducing emissions and increasing biodiversity to become a net carbon neutral city of the future.

We are a supportive and collaborative bunch of people working towards shared goals, where new ideas and initiatives are valued. We strive to deliver service excellence, take accountability for our actions and communicate with honestly and respect. There has never been a more exciting time to join us!  Help us to build successful places in which to live and work and build a fairer, greener city in which everyone can thrive.

Many of our roles offer flexible or hybrid working.

We offer generous holiday 28 days a year with an additional 4 days after 5 years of service.

We are committed to supporting career development opportunities, learning and development

An above average pension offering

Plus other great benefits

How to apply

More information is available on the role profile document.  Please read this document to ensure that you meet our requirements.  More information about working for the Council, our values and vision, is available on our web site.

Applications should be made via our online application system (no CVs please).
For further information and how to apply online, please visit www.oxford.gov.uk
If you are unable to access our website please call 01865 252848.

Note: For roles that require a DBS Certificate (Enhanced and or Barred List check), candidates are required to supply their complete work history. If you are making an application using a CV please ensure you explain any gaps in your work history.

We intend to do the interviews in person (Town Hall, Oxford) but please let us know if you would prefer to request an online interview. For hybrid roles the successful applicant will be expected to work from home (at least partially). You should ensure that you have reliable and secure Wi-Fi access; a suitable workspace and are prepared to undertake distance learning and training.

For an informal discussion about the post please contact Anna Dumitru, Licensing Team Leader on 01865 252565 or email adumitru@oxford.gov.uk

We are an equal opportunity employer:
We are striving to become a more inclusive employer and to represent the communities that we support. We have policies in place to ensure that every applicant and employee can flourish and succeed. Currently we are underrepresented in some areas, and would particularly welcome applicants from ethnic and minority communities. All applicants will be given fair consideration for work and will not receive less favorable treatment on the grounds of any protected characteristic. 

Role Purpose

To effectively carry out licensing enforcements, compliance casework and projects within the General Licensing Team under the direction of the Team Manager and Senior Licensing Officers.

To investigate and respond to complaints concerning Licence Holders and Licensed Premises received from the general public, partnership agencies, elected members and licence holders. 

To write a Committee and Sub-Committee case reports and attend the relevant hearings.

To process licence applications under the Council’s regulatory role as a Licensing Authority for Taxi Licensing, Alcohol, Entertainment, Gambling, Sex Establishments, Scrap Metal and Road Closure functions.

Notes to candidates

In addition to the above criteria, Oxford City Council has developed and embedded a suite of values and behaviours. Full details of these can be found on our web page, under Working for Us. Please familiarise yourself with these values and behaviours. If you are invited for interview you will be asked questions based on them.

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