Location
Ealing, London Borough of Ealing

Hours
Full Time (hours not specified)

Salary
£42,060 - £51,138 per annum (Grade 9 - 11)

About the Role
Are you passionate about protecting the public, supporting local businesses, and ensuring a vibrant, safe community? Ealing Council’s Licensing Enforcement & Compliance Team is seeking a motivated and skilled officer to join our dynamic service. You will play a key role in regulating a wide range of licensed activities, from hospitality venues to animal welfare, and contribute to innovative projects that make a real difference to residents and businesses.

Your responsibilities will include carrying out proactive and reactive inspections of licensed premises under various legislations such as the Licensing Act, Gambling Act, Fireworks Act, Animal Welfare Act, Scrap Metal Dealers Act, London Local Authorities Act, and other schemes. You will provide comprehensive advice and guidance to businesses and applicants on compliance with licensing regimes, investigate complaints, identify non-compliance, and take appropriate enforcement action including preparing and presenting cases at licensing hearings and court proceedings.

Collaboration is key in this role as you will work closely with internal and external partners including the Police, Trading Standards, and community groups to deliver multi-agency projects and support the regulation of licensed premises. You will also maintain accurate records, contribute to policy development, and support the continuous improvement of the service.

Ealing is one of London’s most vibrant and diverse boroughs, offering a unique and rewarding environment for regulatory professionals. You will be part of a supportive, ambitious team that values innovation and continuous development. The Council is committed to equality of opportunity, fairness, and inclusivity, welcoming applications from all residents, especially those underrepresented in the workforce.

Experience
- Practical and theoretical knowledge of licensing enforcement with the ability to interpret and apply relevant legislation.
- Experience preparing reports and presenting at committees or hearings.
- For Grade 9: Ability to obtain or already have recognised licensing practitioner qualifications.
- For Grade 10: Recognised licensing practitioner qualifications and substantial experience in local government licensing and enforcement.
- For Grade 11: Significant experience of regulation and enforcement across all relevant licensing regimes, including complex investigations and partnership projects.

About You
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organisational skills.
- Ability to work flexibly, including outside normal hours.
- Ability to manage your own wellbeing and safety in challenging environments.
- Collaborative and confident in leading partnerships.
- Passionate about improving life for residents.
- Trustworthy, open, innovative, accountable, and committed to high standards.

Qualifications
- Recognised licensing practitioner qualifications are required or the ability to obtain them depending on grade.