• Vacancy Reference Number
    1363
  • End Date:
    20 Apr 2025 at 23:59
  • All Departments
    Resources
  • Advertising Salary
    £36,345 - £37,437 (SC6)
  • Contract Type
    Permanent
  • Hours Per Week
    35
  • Working Pattern
    Full time

About The Role

Are you ready to make a real difference in your community? We have a fantastic opportunity for a dedicated and detail-oriented individual to join our Tax Base Maximisation team within Revenues and Technical Services at Islington Council.

As a Tax Base Officer, you'll be part of a dynamic team of Investigators and Tax Base Officers who play a crucial role in maintaining Islington's tax base. Your work will ensure that all domestic and commercial properties in our borough are accurately accounted for in relation to Council Tax and Business Rates. This role is challenging but incredibly rewarding, and it's vital to the financial health of Islington.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Assist with all duties related to Revenues and Technical Services.
  • Trace Council Tax and Business Rates non-payers using information from various internal and external sources.
  • Establish and maintain contacts with internal and external services.
  • Utilise our systems to perform duties effectively and efficiently.
  • Conduct postal reviews as allocated by the Team Manager.
  • Compile reports for the Valuation Office Agency and other relevant bodies.
  • Check and update exception reports.

Why Join Us?

  • Impactful Work: Your efforts will directly contribute to the financial stability of Islington.
  • Supportive Team: Work alongside a team of dedicated professionals who are passionate about their work.
  • Professional Growth: Gain valuable experience and develop your skills in a supportive environment.
  • Work-Life Balance: Benefit from flexible working arrangements to help you balance your professional and personal life.
  • Career Development: Access to training and development opportunities to help you progress in your career.

If you're looking for a role where you can make a tangible impact and be part of a supportive and dynamic team, we want to hear from you! Apply now to join us as a Tax Base Officer and help us ensure the financial well-being of our community.

For an informal discussion or further information about the role, please contact Lee Wright (Tax Base Maximisation Manager) at [email protected]. 

Working for the team, service and our organisation

Islington is a place rich with diversity and culture. As a council our sense of purpose couldn’t be clearer: we serve. It’s in the logo. We are committed to challenging inequality in the borough and as one of the largest employers we know that to look after the place and the planet, we have to look after our people. Together we can change the future.

We are determined to create a more equal Islington, where everyone who lives here has an equal chance to thrive. 

To do this, everyone who works at Islington Council lives by a set of values which guide us in everything that we do: collaborative, ambitious, resourceful, and empowering. They spell out ‘CARE’, which is what we think public service is all about. 

Recruitment information

It is the policy of Islington Council that no user of service, present or future employee or job applicant receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of their sex, perceived or actual sexual orientation, marital status, race, religion or belief, age, creed, colour, nationality, national origin, ethnic origin, or disability, or on the grounds of their association with someone in one of these groups; nor is disadvantaged by any conditions or requirements which cannot be shown to be justified. We welcome applications from Black and Minority Ethnic candidates and acknowledge our responsibility to mitigate against racial discrimination. 
 
Islington Council operates a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum criteria and we are committed to providing support to applicants who request reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process and throughout their career with us.
 
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expects all staff, and volunteers to share this commitment. Some posts are subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
 
The post is subject to a qualifications check and 3 years referencing. 
 
Please note: Priority will be given to those at risk of redundancy within Islington Council. Current employees who are part of the redeployment pool must meet the essential criteria for shortlisting to be prioritised.

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