Technical Licensing Officer

Technical Licensing Officer – Selective Licensing Team

We’re recruiting a Technical Licensing Officer to join the Selective Licensing Team of the borough’s Selective Licensing scheme that launched in January 2026.

This Technical Licensing Officer role is open to candidates with a strong administrative background. The council is happy to train and develop administrators into the Technical Licensing Officer position, providing full support on licensing legislation, processes, and systems.

As a Technical Licensing Officer, you’ll play a key role in the day-to-day delivery of the Selective Licensing scheme, helping ensure landlords and managing agents meet their legal responsibilities and that residents live in safe, well-managed homes.

Key Responsibilities – Technical Licensing Officer

As a Technical Licensing Officer, you will:

• Assess, process, and determine Selective Licensing applications (full training provided)
• Manage an active caseload, ensuring statutory and service deadlines are met
• Use digital systems and data tools to maintain accurate and accurate records and produce reports
• Communicate effectively with landlords, tenants, and partner agencies to promote compliance
• Support inspections, enforcement activity, and housing standards improvement work where required

About You – Technical Licensing Officer

We’re looking for a Technical Licensing Officer who has:

• Experience in an administrative, office-based, or case management role
• Confidence using IT systems, databases, and Microsoft Office
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing deadlines
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• A professional, resident-focused approach
• An interest in housing, regulation, or public sector work (desirable, not essential)

Why Apply for the Technical Licensing Officer Role?

• Full training provided to develop you as a Technical Licensing Officer
• Opportunity to work on a new Selective Licensing scheme
• Clear progression into a technical housing and licensing career
• Supportive local authority team environment