Are you a seasoned licensing professional with leadership experience and a drive to make a tangible difference in regulatory standards? We are seeking a Principal Licensing Officer to lead and oversee the licensing team, ensuring effective regulation, enforcement, and compliance within the community. This is an opportunity to work in a senior role where your expertise will shape policies, enhance standards, and support safe, well-regulated environments for residents and businesses alike.The role is hybrid with 2/3 days in office required. The Role Provide strong leadership to the licensing team, setting objectives, managing workloads, and offering guidance to support team members in their regulatory duties. Oversee inspections, compliance checks, and enforcement actions for a range of licensing matters, including premises, events, and commercial vehicles, ensuring adherence to the Licensing Act 2003, Gambling Act 2005, and other applicable regulations. Handle complex licensing cases, make determinations on high-priority licensing applications, and ensure thorough investigations of complaints. Maintain accurate records and provide expert insight on escalated cases. Play a key role in shaping and implementing policies and procedures that align with legal standards and best practices, continuously improving the licensing service''s effectiveness and customer experience. Serve as the primary point of contact for stakeholders, including community groups, businesses, law ..... full job details .....