Level 4 Regulatory Compliance Officer Apprentice

Job Introduction

**Apprenticeship job title**:Level 4 Regulatory Compliance Officer Apprentice**

(Level 4 Higher Apprentice)

The City of Wolverhampton Council is looking for an Apprentice to promote and support the work and services of the Licensing team. This fantastic opportunity that may be of interest to someone who enjoys a varied role in a fast paced environment.

Within the public sector, Compliance Officers work to perform regulatory services functions within local authorities, including licensing. The apprenticeship programme in conjunction with on the job training is designed to take learners from a standing start to a highly skilled professional who will add real value to the organisation and team and help to demonstrate compliance competence. It develops the knowledge, skills, and behaviours needed to perform, monitor, and support key regulatory compliance activities within the organisation.
- Fixed term contract for 18 months
- Salary: £24,735
- Hours: 37 Hours per week

City of Wolverhampton Council is a forward-thinking organisation that is enthusiastic about the recruitment and development of apprentices within the organisation. The apprenticeship vacancies we provide here gives you the opportunity to join the largest employer in the borough, whilst gaining new skills with on-the-job training and recognised qualifications.

City of Wolverhampton Council hold a high retention rate of apprentices who go on to gain full time employment within the authority. Please use the following link to find out more about apprenticeships within City of Wolverhampton Council - Apprenticeships and Internships | Our Careers | WV Jobs | City of Wolverhampton Council

The successful apprentice will receive on the job training and will complete a Level 4 Regulatory Compliance apprenticeship standard - Regulatory compliance officer / Skills England

**Important Information**
- Non-UK Nationals: To be eligible for this post, you must have resided in the UK for the last three years.
- If you have achieved maths and English qualifications overseas, you must provide an ENIC certificate to be eligible for the role. For more information: Statement of Comparability | UK ENIC

For full details of the responsibilities and requirements of this role please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification.

Should you wish to discuss this opportunity further, please contact

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