Assistant Licensing Officer / Licensing Officer / Senior Licensing Officer

Working as part of a small specialist team we are looking to appoint a person to assist with the day-to-day work of the Licensing Team at North Herts Council

It will involve having responsibility for various aspects of licensing and duties will include dealing with the initial applications, the preparation of licences and permissions, provision of advice and guidance, report writing, the inspection of licensed premises, investigation of complaints and formal enforcement action.

• Previous experience, or some knowledge, of the local authority licensing functions, particularly regarding the Licensing Act 2003, Gambling Act 2005, hackney carriage and private hire licensing, and other local licensing regimes.


• The ability to prioritise, plan and manage your time effectively, demonstrating the ability to meet demanding deadlines.


• Experience of communicating verbally and in writing with a wide range of audiences.


• The ability to undertake licensing enforcement activities and premises inspections


• A willingness to undertake recognised licensing qualifications such as the Professional Licensing Practitioner Qualification from the Institute of Licensing


The successful applicant for the post will be background checked with the Disclosure and Barring Service.

North Hertfordshire is a large rural district with approximately 125,000 residents with four historic towns, Hitchin, Baldock, Royston and Letchworth Garden City. The Council has a clear vision: We put people first and deliver sustainable services, to enable a brighter future together.

Salary starting from £25,786 to £38,062 dependent on experience (pay award pending), We are committed to promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion in our recruitment practices and in our employment policies. We want our employees to feel safe to express themselves and we encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds with a wide range of talents. We are dedicated to promoting a healthy work/life balance, valuing our employees, and enabling them to make a difference to the local community.

Our benefits include:


• Local Government Pension Scheme (19.5% employer contribution)


• Generous annual leave, including Christmas close down period


• Occupational sick pay


• Free car parking


• Discounts, including 50% off NHC gym membership


• Flexible working options including flexi scheme and homeworking