Location: Derbyshire
Working Type: 4 Days in office
Contract Type: 3 month contract
Are you an organised and detail-oriented admin professional with experience in licensing or public sector work? Do you enjoy managing applications, liaising with stakeholders, and keeping systems up to date?
I’m looking for a Licensing Administrative Officer to join a proactive and collaborative team supporting a wide range of licensing services including taxi/private hire, alcohol, gambling, and more.
What You’ll Be Doing:
✅ Processing and managing applications for licences including taxi/private hire, alcohol, gambling, scrap metal, and house-to-house collections
✅ Ensuring documentation is accurately completed, recorded, and stored in line with data protection and council procedures
✅ Using the Civica system to input, track, and update licensing records and application statuses
✅ Liaising with applicants, licensees, and internal departments to provide guidance and resolve queries
✅ Supporting the licensing team with general admin duties: scanning, photocopying, filing, and responding to emails
✅ Monitoring and managing incoming correspondence via shared inboxes and telephone systems
✅ Assisting with exam bookings and invigilation for taxi licensing applicants
✅ Maintaining accurate spreadsheets and databases to support reporting and compliance
What I’m Looking For:
🔹 Previous experience in a local authority or public sector environment, ideally in licensing, administration or applications.
🔹 Familiarity with Civica or similar licensing/CRM systems (highly desirable)
🔹 Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
🔹 Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
🔹 Ability to work independently and collaboratively
🔹 Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams)
Apply Now!
If you're ready to bring your skills to a dynamic licensing team and make a real impact, I’d love to hear from you