Registration Officer

Job Title: Registration Officer (Licensing)
Location: 6th Floor, Borough Hall, Bedford, MK42 9AP
Employer: Bedford Borough Council
Type: Temporary
Hourly Rate: £25.00
Hours: 22.3 hours per week (3 days per week)
Work Pattern: Monday to Friday (flexible 3-day schedule)
Duration: 8 July 2025 - 25 September 2025
Dress Code: Business Casual

Bedford Borough Council is seeking a Registration Officer (Licensing) to assist in processing licensing applications in accordance with relevant legislation and local policies. This is a temporary role with immediate start, requiring no training due to the specialist nature of the work.

You will join a small but committed team handling a variety of licensing applications. Given current capacity constraints (1.78 FTE), the ideal candidate will be able to hit the ground running with minimal supervision.

• Process and manage licensing applications under relevant legislation

• Ensure compliance with council policies and statutory timelines

• Liaise with applicants, internal departments, and external agencies as required

• Maintain accurate records and data management systems

• Proven experience in local authority licensing (e.g. premises, taxis, or street trading)

• In-depth knowledge of licensing legislation and local policy

• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

• Strong administrative and communication skills

• Previous experience with Bedford Borough Council (desirable)

• This role is paid at £25 per hour

• No training will be provided - applicants must be fully competent from day one

• The role falls within the BBU7 grade with a Market Rate supplement