Taxi Licensing Assistant

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Please apply online via the link provided.

Please note, we do not accept CVs, an online application form must be submitted.

We’re looking for a Taxi Licensing Assistant to support our busy team and help keep local transport safe and reliable.

Key Responsibilities:

• Help process and monitor taxi and private hire driver, vehicle, and operator licence applications
• Handle basic queries from applicants in person, by phone, and by email
• Keep accurate records and update licensing systems
• Carry out general admin tasks, including managing files, updating our web pages, and helping prepare Committee agendas

What We’re Looking For:

• Good IT knowledge and strong keyboard skills to input information accurately
• Previous office administration experience
• Good customer service awareness
• Strong literacy skills for writing letters and emails
• Basic numeracy skills to calculate invoices

Pendle is in Lancashire’s scenic Pennines, close to the Yorkshire Dales, Lake District, and Manchester.

We offer:

• Flexible working, including no set core hours, up to 2 flexi days per month, and compressed hours
• Up to 31 days annual leave
• Flexible contracts requiring 2–3 days in the office each week (more if needed), so you should live within commuting distance of Nelson, Lancashire

Our Benefits include:

• Local Government Pension Scheme
• Option to buy extra annual leave
• Cycle to Work, home tech, and car salary sacrifice schemes
• Discounts at major retailers via the Vivup programme

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and do not discriminate on any basis, including disability, gender, race, religion, sexual orientation, or age.