Licensing Manager

The Role As Licensing Manager, you will lead the Council''s Licensing Team within Legal Services, ensuring the effective administration and enforcement of all statutory licensing functions. You will provide technical expertise on complex licensing matters, oversee policy development, manage service performance, and ensure compliance with all relevant legislation. Key Responsibilities Lead, manage and develop the Licensing Team, ensuring high-quality service delivery across all licensing functions. Oversee the administration and enforcement of licences, permits and consents across a range of statutory licensing regimes. Act as the technical lead on complex licensing matters and provide expert advice to officers, Members, businesses and the public. Develop, review and implement licensing policies in line with current legislation and statutory guidance. Monitor service performance through KPIs and performance measures, driving continuous improvement across the service. Manage staffing, training and professional development to ensure best practice is maintained. Lead digital transformation and service modernisation initiatives within Licensing. Manage the licensing budget, income streams and financial performance. Prepare and present reports to Licensing Committees and represent the Council at hearings and Court proceedings where required. Ensure the Council fulfils its statutory duties as the Licensing Authority. About You We''re looking for an experienced Licensing ..... full job details .....