Full job descriptionLicensing OfficerLocation: Buckinghamshire County Wide
OverviewWe are looking for a Licensing Officer to join our busy, established and friendly Taxi Licensingteam. Working as part of a multi-site team of licensing officers, enforcement officers and caseworkers, you will strive to provide an efficient customer-focused service for residents and businesses in Buckinghamshire.
Licensing Officers are required to provide both an effective customer-focused licensing service and specialist technical advice on a range of technical matters to ensure that licensed vehicles and drivers operate at a safe standard for the general public. As well as undertaking the necessary compliance and enforcement activity, the postholder will also work with the Principal and Senior Licensing Officers to compile reports and licensing policy implementation.
About usBuckinghamshire Council is a relatively new organisation that combines the strengths and expertise of the previous five councils in the county to create positive change for local people, communities, and businesses. We are firmly focused on the future and have made a clear commitment to serve residents better and to provide stronger representation for Buckinghamshire, both locally and nationally.
About the role*Responsible for taking delegated decisions on licensing applications and undertaking
*appropriate consultation or associated mediation.
*Provide technical advice and guidance to customers, including businesses and individuals,
*Members, other Council employees and key stakeholders in relation to licensing matters.
*Work closely with partner organisations and external stakeholders on licensing
*applications and issues to ensure that statutory licensing requirements and objectives are
*met.
*Compile reports, statements, schedules, etc. for consideration of licence determinations,
*prosecutions, simple cautions, suspensions and revocations in accordance with established
*procedures, in some cases leading to the presentation of evidence in court or licensing
*hearings/panels
*Carry out licensing enforcement responsibilities including responding to complaints, carrying out routine inspections, interviewing witnesses and licensees and others. These duties may include formal interviews of individuals subject to potential criminal prosecution under caution; preparing committee reports, files of evidence and statements; giving evidence at the licensing committee and magistrates and other appropriate courts acting as a witness or investigating officer.
*Ensure that all licensing activity is carried out in line with Council policy and statutory requirements, and that information is recorded and updated in a timely and accurate manner.
Please see job summary for further details
Any-Desk:
As an ’any-desk’ worker, you’ll need to be connected to our network to access digital folders and resources, but this can either be from home or an office location when required. You will be required to work from the office a couple of times a week, depending on your role and team requirements.
About youThe ideal candidate will have substantial experience of working in licensing services or another relevant regulatory role. You will have good knowledge and understanding of the relevant legislation.
We are looking for a candidate with a sound understanding of the importance that the
service has in safeguarding our communities. You should have experience in representing licensing services in a professional capacity, with the proven ability to research, investigate and prepare for cases, committees and legal appeals.
A competent candidate will be someone with strong communication and excellent interpersonal skills, who can work well alongside team members and have positive working relationships with customers and other stakeholders.
The service is busy and demanding and you will require excellent planning, time management and organisational skills, enabling you to manage a complex workload, prioritising and setting deadlines and reacting to changing demands daily.
Please note, this role requires you to hold a full driving licence
Other informationClosing date: Monday 9th November 2026.
Interviews: TBC
This post is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare:
*All unspent cautions and/or unspent convictions
For further information on how long it takes for cautions and convictions cautions to become spent, please refer to our guide on the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (updated 2023) | Nacro
We understand that candidates may use AI tools to assist with their applications. While we welcome innovation, we expect all submissions to reflect your own experience, skills, and achievements accurately. Please ensure your application is truthful and demonstrates your personal capabilities, as this will be assessed during the selection process.
We reserve the right to close the vacancy once we have received sufficient applications, so please be advised to submit your application as early as possible.
Our values and cultureWe have a set of values, which our employees have chosen, that represent what we are - Proud, Ambitious, Collaborative and Trustworthy.
By joining Buckinghamshire Council, you can expect:
*a fair and inclusive culture
*the chance to really make a difference to those around you
*health and well-being initiatives including an Employee Assistance Programme, Mental Health First Aiders and mindfulness workshops
*a unified voice through our Employee Representative Group
*ongoing support, and the opportunity to develop and progress in your career with us
*opportunities to take part in fun activities such as fundraising and social events
At Buckinghamshire Council, we know that our biggest strength comes from the people that work for us, and that’s why we’re working hard to ensure we continue to be an accessible and inclusive organisation.
From dedicated staff networks overseen by our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Steering Group, to proudly standing as a Disability Confident employer, it’s important to us that all our colleagues feel engaged, listened to, and valued. Our offer of flexible working empowers a productive and happy workforce and allows employees to combine work with other responsibilities and commitments.
We believe our workforce should reflect the diverse communities we service in Buckinghamshire, and are looking for like-minded individuals to join us in promoting equality, fairness, and inclusion for everyone.
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