Licensing Officer - Nottinghamshire Local Authority Contract: 6 months (with potential for extension) Start Date: ASAP A local authority in Nottinghamshire is seeking an experienced Licensing Officer to provide interim support to their Environmental Health & Licensing team. This role will focus on ensuring compliance with licensing legislation and safeguarding the local community. Key Responsibilities Process and determine a range of licence applications (e.g. alcohol, entertainment, taxis, animal welfare, street trading) in accordance with statutory requirements Carry out inspections and compliance visits to licensed premises and vehicles Investigate complaints and alleged breaches of licence conditions, taking enforcement action where appropriate Provide advice and guidance to applicants, licence holders, and the general public on licensing matters Prepare reports and evidence for committee hearings or legal proceedings as required About You Proven experience working within licensing, ideally in a local authority environment Strong knowledge of licensing legislation (Licensing Act 2003, Gambling Act 2005, taxi/animal welfare licensing, etc.) Ability to manage a varied caseload independently and effectively Confident communicator with strong stakeholder and customer service skills Flexible approach with willingness to work on-site across the district as required How to Apply If you are interested in this opportunity, please submit your CV along with: Your availability Your expected hourly rate Vivid Resourcing are committed to equality of opportunity for all applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships or any other characteristic protected by law.