Business Support Officer

Job Opportunity: Business Support Officer (Licensing Team) - £20/hr

Location: 160 Tooley Street, London Bridge (Hybrid - minimum 3 days in office)
Hours: 36 hours per week
Contract: 24 June 2025 - 16 September 2025
Pay Rate: £20 per hour
IR35 Status: Inside IR35

Southwark Council is seeking a Business Support Officer to provide vital administrative support within our Licensing Team. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced and detail-oriented individual with specialist knowledge of premises licensing.

• Provide high-quality administrative support to the Licensing Team.

• Manage and process applications under the Licensing Act 2003.

• Ensure accurate data entry and case management using Civica (APP).

• Communicate effectively with internal teams and external stakeholders.

• Work independently while contributing to team goals.

• In-depth knowledge of the Licensing Act 2003, particularly premises licensing.

• Proficient in using Civica (APP) system for processing applications.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage your own workload.

• Proven experience in a similar admin or clerical support role, preferably in a local authority or regulatory environment.

• Work with a supportive and dedicated team in the heart of London.

• Flexible hybrid working model (minimum 3 days in-office).

• Competitive hourly rate and valuable public sector experience.