We are working closely alongside a Local Authority in Thurrock to assist with the appointment of a Technical Licensing Officer on a 3-month contract highly likely to be extended at clients discretion. Please apply with your CV for immediate consideration.
Rate of Pay : 17.38 - 22.16 per hour
Summary
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Technical Licensing Officer to join Thurrock Councils Selective Licensing Team .
This is a key role supporting the successful delivery and ongoing management of the Selective Licensing Scheme launching in January 2026. The postholder will assess and process licence applications ensure compliance with housing legislation and help improve housing standards across the borough.
You will work closely with landlords managing agents tenants and partner agencies to promote responsible property management and protect residents health and safety.
Responsibilities
* Assess process and determine selective licence applications in accordance with the Housing Act 2004 and relevant local policies.
* Ensure landlords and managing agents meet their legal obligations advising and guiding them to achieve compliance.
* Maintain an active caseload ensuring all applications inspections and enforcement actions are completed within agreed timescales.
* Use council databases and digital tools confidently to manage cases update records and generate reports.
* Communicate effectively with landlords tenants letting agents and internal / external partners to resolve issues and promote understanding of licensing requirements.
Qualifications
* 5 GCSEs (AC) including English and Maths or equivalent qualification.
Experience
* Demonstrable experience in housing environmental health property licensing or a related regulatory field.
* Proficiency in using Microsoft Office and digital case management systems.
* Experience managing and prioritising a personal caseload to meet deadlines.
* Experience applying legislation or regulatory frameworks within a housing or compliance environment.
* Experience communicating effectively with members of the public landlords and partner agencies.
* Experience maintaining accurate digital records and producing reports.
Please note
* You should be available to work immediately or at a short notice.
* You should have right to work in U.K.
Disclaimer
Brackenberry Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. We are committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. Unless otherwise stated all of our roles are temporary though opening assignments can be and often are extended by clients on a longer term basis and can sometimes become permanent.
Important
We will interpret your application as being permission to submit your CV to this role (with the right to represent you) unless you advise us to the contrary. Incase the role requires an enhanced DBS your DBS must be either through us or be accompanied by a subscription to the DBS updating service.
Key Skills
* Banking Operations
* Facility Management
* Front Office Management
* Knowledge
* Asp.Net MVC
Employment Type : Full Time
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