WHAT IS INVOLVED
You will be responsible for maintaining Business Rates liabilities, exemptions and reliefs in accordance with legislation, case law, and council working practices to the required accuracy standards, achieving agreed clearance times as laid out in the Service plan. This will include property inspections and external visits as required.
You will undertake targeted reviews of Business Rates exemptions and reliefs to ensure ongoing accurate awards and assist in the monitoring of new developments and demolitions to enable accurate revenue forecasting.
We are a supportive and enthusiastic team delivering key front‑line services to businesses in County Durham.
WHAT WILL I NEED
You should have a relevant Level 2 qualification or equivalent and/or have experience of working in a finance or similar environment.
For customer‑facing roles you must demonstrate the ability to speak fluent English. This is a requirement under Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016.
Please refer to the attached Person Specification for the full criteria.
If successful, you will be required to apply for a Basic Disclosure.
INTERVIEWS
Interviews will be held on 6th and 7th July 2026.
We operate a guaranteed interview scheme for applicants who meet all essential criteria and who have indicated they have a disability, are a looked‑after young person, a care leaver or a veteran.
OUR OFFER TO YOU
We offer a competitive rewards package that includes attractive salaries, a generous annual leave entitlement of 27 days (rising to 32 after five years’ continuous local government service), membership of the contributory career average Local Government Pension Scheme, and a range of flexible working arrangements including hybrid working (home and office) where applicable.
Rewards and benefits are subject to individual terms and conditions.
EQUALITY, DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSION
We are a proud equal opportunities employer and believe a diverse workforce brings fresh ideas and drives service improvement. We welcome applications from everyone and make employment decisions based on skills and ability. As a Disability Confident Leader, we actively encourage applications from disabled and neurodivergent people and offer support throughout the recruitment process.
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