Sharper Consulting Services is working with our Hertfordshire clientin seeking an experiencedGeneral Licensing Officerto provide short-term interim cover within a small but busy Licensing team. Full time hours - Hybrid working (typically 23 days on site) Contract: Initial 3 months (rolling) £35 - £45 Per Hour (DOE) The successful candidate will be a confident, hands-on officer able to manage abroad general licensing caseloadwith minimal supervision, supporting service continuity during a period of pressure and transition. This role requires someone who is comfortable stepping into a lean team structure and contributing immediately. Key Responsibilities The postholder will be responsible for delivering a comprehensive licensing service, including (but not limited to): Processing and determining applications under: Alcohol and entertainment licensing (Licensing Act 2003) Taxi and private hire licensing Street trading Gambling Act licensing Scrap Metal Dealers Act Managing licence applications, variations, renewals, reviews, and transfers Providing clear advice and guidance to applicants, licence holders, and the public Carrying out compliance checks, inspections, and investigations where required Preparing reports and documentation for hearings, sub-committees, and legal proceedings Liaising with internal colleagues, responsible authorities, legal services, and external stakeholders Supporting enforcement action where necessary, including informal action and statutory processes Contributing to service resilience within asmall team environment Essential Experience & Skills Proven experience working as aLicensing Officer within a local authority Strong working knowledge of: Licensing Act 2003 Gambling Act Taxi and Private Hire licensing Street Trading Scrap Metal licensing Ability to manage ageneralist caseloadindependently Confident communicator, both written and verbal Organised, pragmatic, and able to prioritise in a busy environment Able to start at short notice or within a short lead-in period Desirable Experience supporting or attending licensing hearings Previous work within small or stretched local authority teams Immediate availability