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The Community Protection Service is looking for 2 Licensing Assistants to join the Business Compliance Team. 1 x Temporary for 1 year 1 x Temporary for 2 years You will report directly to a Licensing Team Leader within a specialist service area. The post holder will be responsible for delivering Community Protection Services in accordance with Council policies, procedures, and within the legislative framework. WHAT IS INVOLVED?You will liaise with clients and service users daily, providing advice, guidance, and assistance to staff, licensees, and the public. Contribute to developing strategies, policies, and procedures to make County Durham a healthy and safe place. Work in partnership with others to promote community and economic wellbeing, and to protect and improve the health and quality of life of residents, visitors, and workers in County Durham. Contact Craig Rudman via email an informal discussion about the role. WHAT WILL I NEED?NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Business Administration or related subject Relevant work experience Knowledge of local government structure and operation Understanding of local government policies and procedures Experience dealing with technical applications in relevant service areas Ability to provide detailed technical advice to customers Experience using IT systems Please refer to the attached person specification for full criteria. REWARDS AND BENEFITSWe offer competitive salaries and benefits, including: 27 days holiday rising to 32 days after five years Option to purchase up to 10 additional days Flexible working schemes including job sharing, compressed hours, and flexi-time Hybrid working (home and office) Contributory LGPS pension scheme with top-up options Wellbeing Portal and Employee Assistance Scheme Learning and development opportunities Employee Benefits Portal and discounts Discounted gym membership Staff networks supporting diversity and inclusion Trade Union membership More details atRewards and Benefits . SOCIAL MEDIAFollow us on InstagramFacebookupdates. HYBRID WORKINGOur hybrid model is 2 days in the workplace and 3 days remote. Arrangements can be flexible. EQUALITY, DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSIONWe are an equal opportunities employer committed to diversity. We welcome applications from all, including disabled persons, and support the recruitment process accordingly. More info atEquality and Diversity . INTERVIEWSInterviews are scheduled for 21 August 2025. We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for eligible applicants. HOW TO APPLYApply online via the Northeast Jobs portal, not by CV. Use the 'Person Specification' to demonstrate your qualifications and experience. For support, contact our Recruitment Helpdesk at 03000 26 27 27 (option 4) . Employees must seek approval to return to their substantive post after temporary employment. Applicants on the Redeployment Register should . We process personal data in accordance with our Privacy Notice:Privacy Notice . All communications regarding applications will be sent to the registered email address, including interview invites. Please check your email and junk mail after the closing date.#J-18808-Ljbffr