Environmental Health Officer LBS-008A
Southwark Council
Who You Are
An experienced administrative professional with background in regulatory, housing or local government environments. You have solid experience managing applications, using computerised databases and case management systems. You're a confident communicator with excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines. You're comfortable working independently with minimal supervision in a fully remote setting, and are a keen problem-solver with good attention to detail and an ability to apply policies and procedures.
What The Job Involves
As an administrator for property licence applications, you'll process and validate applications, maintain accurate records, liaise with various stakeholders, and contribute to achieving service performance targets. You'll be responsible for assessing applications in accordance to relevant legislation and council policy, maintaining electronic records, and actively contributing to the continual improvement of the service. This role also involves compiling and reporting statistical information related to property licensing activity. This position is fully remote, but may require occasional attendance at meetings or training events.
Skills
- Experience with processing applications or administrative functions in a regulatory, housing, or local government context
- Proficiency in using databases and case management systems
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong organisational skills and ability to manage deadlines
- Can work independently and remotely with minimal supervision
- Good attention to detail and ability to apply policies and procedures
- Competency in Microsoft Office applications
- Knowledge of Housing Act 2004 and property licensing legislation (desired)
- Experience with MetaStreet licensing and case management system (desired)
- Experience in preparing draft licenses, determinations, or statutory correspondence (desired)