Local Taxation Officer – Council Tax (Revenues)

Are you an experienced Council Tax Revenues Officer?

Who?

We are looking for Local Taxation (Council Tax) Officers to join our forward thinking, friendly Revenues and Benefits department delivering our Five Star Customer Service Standards.

What will you be doing?

• Helping our residents and ratepayers to manage their accounts and providing guidance on eligible discounts, exemptions and reliefs
• Issuing statutory bills at the start of each financial year followed by amendment notices for every change of liability or award of a discount or exemption to ensure that the authority meets its regulatory obligations
• Periodically reviewing Council Tax discounts to check the validity of awards

What do you need?

• A good understanding of Council Tax legislation and guidance
• A good team player with excellent communication skills
• A positive and proactive attitude, and a commitment to delivering excellent customer service and continuous improvement

What do we offer?

• Working for a great, forward thinking Local Authority.
• Excellent salary, pension, flexible working, fantastic employee benefits and comprehensive staff health & wellbeing scheme.
• A friendly, supportive team and a range of opportunities for continuing professional development.
• Hybrid working with the ability to work from home as well as from our newly refurbished offices in Hailsham.
• Free parking

To apply please click the Apply Now link below.