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Location: Ipswich Borough Council - Ipswich IP1 2DE
Hours: 37 hours per week
Type: Permanent
Reference: 0045
Job Description:
We have an exciting opportunity within the busy Shared Revenues Partnership for a Revenues and Inspection Team Leader. You will be responsible for the day-to-day leadership and management of a team within the Revenues and Inspection area of the Shared Revenues Partnership, reporting directly to the Revenues Manager.
You will ensure the day-to-day activities necessary for the efficient and effective collection of Council Tax, Non-Domestic Rates, and Housing Benefit Overpayments are administered efficiently and accurately and to agreed service standards and policies and procedures for three Local Authorities: Babergh District Council, Ipswich Borough Council, and Mid Suffolk District Council.
You should have:
* 2 A-levels, an ONC/OND or an NVQ level 4 and/or 3 years qualitative experience
* Experience in a billing/collection or recovery environment
* In-depth knowledge of revenues legislation and the ability to interpret revenues legislation to deal with complex and contentious issues
* The ability to lead, motivate and develop staff in a performance-focused culture
* Demonstrable effective presentation and communication skills
* The ability to manage to tight deadlines
* The ability to negotiate and mediate effectively.
DBS Clearance is required for this role.
This is a hybrid working role (a minimum of 1 day per week working in the office).
As well as a competitive salary, the council offers:
* Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) membership
* Subsidised parking for work and leisure
* Public transport discounts
* Free swimming and gym membership
* Cycle purchase scheme
* Learning and development opportunities
* Flexible working opportunities
* Wellbeing support
* Lifestyle benefits
* The opportunity to work with great colleagues.
To find out more:
For more information about this role please contact John Payne (he/him) on 01473 432969 or via email: john.payne@ipswich.gov.uk.
How to apply:
Please download the Job Description and Person Specification to find out more about this role. Apply online at Home - Ambition Ipswich where you can complete the online application form for this vacancy. Please note CVs are not accepted.
If you require any assistance or reasonable adjustments during the application or recruitment process, please let us know so that the appropriate arrangements can be put in place.
The selection process will include personality and aptitude tests and an interview. You will also be asked to deliver a presentation at the interview. The interview process will be carried out in person.
Closing date: 14 March 2025.
Interview date: week commencing 24 March 2024.
Early applications are encouraged as we reserve the right to interview candidates who meet the essential criteria prior to the closing date and/or to close the opportunity to applicants once we receive sufficient applications.
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Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Accounting/Auditing and Finance
Industries
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