Licensing Administrator

We have a new opportunity for a Licensing Administrator to join our Legal Department. As a Licensing Administrator, you will play a vital role in our Legal Services Department, providing essential support and ensuring compliance with licensing regulations. This position is ideal for someone who is detail-oriented, motivated, and eager to grow within a national retail company.

Responsibilities:

• Provide administrative support to the Licensing Manager
• Assist with the implementation of legislation to ensure legal compliance.
• Implement processes to ensure that our stores, store colleagues and the company remain correctly licensed.
• Report to business on compliance issues.
• Process licensing applications such as:
• Personal Licences
• Coordinate licensing training for colleagues.
• Process application paperwork.
• Process criminal record checks.
• Apply to local authorities.
• Premises Licences
• Designated Premises Supervisor (DPS) Variations
• Designated Premises Manager (DPM) Variations
• Photocopy, scan, and print Premises Licences for distribution.
• Maintain and update files, electronic spreadsheets, and databases.
• Compile ‘Period End’ compliance reports for Senior Management.
• Process invoices for payment.

What we are looking for:

• Adaptable, conscientious, and enthusiastic.
• Hardworking and self-motivated with a 'can-do' attitude.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent interpersonal skills.
• Willing to take on routine but essential tasks.
• Ambitious to develop your career within a large organisation.

Skills:

• Articulate with excellent communication skills.
• Organised, trustworthy, and reliable.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Power BI, SharePoint) and SAP.
• Experience in an administrative role is advantageous.
• Knowledge of the Licensing Act 2003 or Licensing (Scotland) Act 2005 is preferred, but not essential as training will be provided.
• Excellent telephone manner and ability to work effectively under pressure.
• Personal Licence Holder (APLH/SCPLH) is a plus but not required.

Why join us?

• Opportunity to work in a dynamic, open-plan office environment.
• Supportive team with a focus on personal and professional growth.
• Comprehensive training program to enhance your skills.

Make a difference to your career, we expect a lot but you’ll get a lot back in return. We will help you grow and develop your career and give you the freedom to show that you really care.

Alongside this we can offer you:

• 15% discount in Iceland stores
• 30% discount at Club Individual Restaurants
• 33 days holiday (including bank holidays)
• Pension (NEST)
• Free onsite parking
• Onsite electric car charging ports
• Subsidised staff restaurant and Costa Coffee
• Christmas vouchers
• Refer a Friend Scheme
• Christmas Savings scheme
• Long service awards

If you are ready to embark on a career in legal services and contribute to our success, we would love to hear from you.