Licensing Officer Level 2

Role overview

This opportunity is for a Licensing Officer at level 2 within Bristol City Council’s Licensing, Growth & Regeneration service. The post supports a broad licensing remit in a busy city setting and is intended for a confident, motivated professional who can operate across multiple licensing functions.

Licensing scope

The position covers the full range of licensing activity, including alcohol, entertainment, gambling, taxi and private hire, scrap metal, and sex establishment licensing.

What you will do

You will use your communication and analytical skills to collect information, prepare and present reports, advise licensing committees, support and guide apprentices, and handle complex enquiries from a range of stakeholders. The role also requires managing a caseload while maintaining a high standard of customer service and attention to detail.

Work location and setup

The role is based at 100 Temple Street, Redcliffe, Bristol, BS1 6AN. Bristol City Council notes that hybrid working is available for most roles, allowing a blend of home and office working depending on service needs.

Pay and contract

This is a full-time role with 37 contractual hours per week. The advertised pay range is BG9: £32,061 to £34,434. The contract type is listed as permanent in the advert text and as contract in the job metadata; the role is presented as a permanent, full-time post.

Checks and compliance

This role requires a Basic Disclosure and Barring Service check.

Why join Bristol City Council

Bristol City Council offers a fast-moving and supportive environment where you can build your capabilities in a high-profile public sector organisation. Benefits mentioned include flexible working, flexitime, access to the Local Government Pension Scheme, and a generous annual leave allowance. The council also highlights the chance to contribute to Bristol’s future.

Application guidance

To be shortlisted, applicants need to show in the Further Information section how they meet each essential criterion in the Person Specification. If applicant numbers are high, desirable criteria may also be used for shortlisting.

Equal opportunities

The council says it aims to reflect the communities it serves and encourages applications from young people, Black and racially minoritised candidates, and disabled candidates, who are currently under-represented in this service. Personal details entered in the application form will not be visible to hiring managers and are used confidentially to support fair treatment.

Additional notes

The advert also references attached documents for the Job Description and Person Specification, and provides a contact for queries: Abigail Holman, Licensing Manager.