Licensing Support Officer

Licencing Support Officer 3-Month Contact SC Clearance Required

Licencing Support Officer
We're looking for a detail-driven, highly organised Sanctions Licencing Support Officer to join the Office of Trade Sanctions Implementation (OTSI) for the Department for Business and Trade. This is a key interim role (3 months) on the front line of UK trade defence, offering a unique opportunity to work on one of the Government's highest-profile policy areas. SC Clearance is required for this role.
OTSI plays a vital role in delivering and enforcing trade sanctions that support the UK's national security and foreign policy goals. There is a strong sense of purpose and collaborative team spirit in OTSI. This role will put you at the heart of that mission.
If you're meticulous, thrive under pressure, and can juggle priorities, we want to hear from you.
Key Responsibilities

Provide administrative support across the sanctions licencing casework process, ensuring all cases are accurately logged, organised, and tracked

Triaging and managing a busy shared inbox, responding to queries and assigning casework to team members

Work collaboratively with SEO caseworkers to prioritise incoming cases and balance workloads

Draft professional communications such as letters and emails to support the delivery of licencing decisions

Maintain up-to-date records using our systems and ensure all documentation is filed according to policy and procedure

Prepare management information reports for senior leadership, ensuring accuracy and timeliness

Support the smooth running of internal operations through tasks like minute-taking, preparing agendas, and scheduling meetings

Contribute to a collaborative and inclusive team culture, supporting colleagues and sharing knowledge

Essential Skills and Experience

Excellent administrative and organisational skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint)

Strong attention to detail and ability to deliver accurate work at pace

Great written and verbal communication skills, able to liaise professionally with stakeholders at all levels

Ability to prioritise tasks effectively and juggle multiple demands

Comfortable working both independently and as part of a team

Desirable Skills

Experience working with case management systems or handling casework

Confidence handling and reporting on management information data

Familiarity with government policy or legal documentation (a plus, but not essential)

What you will get in return:Competitive day rate, which will depend on experience. A hybrid working policy at an organisation which prioritises the wellbeing of its employees. The opportunity to work in a high-profile role that will expose you to aspects of Central Government to hold you in excellent stead moving forward.What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.
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