Local Land Charges Information Manager

• You must be UK based and have the right to work in the UK.
• Your commute to the place of work must be less than 1 hour.
• This is a temporary role. Please do not apply if you are seeking a permanent position.

• Thorough and comprehensive knowledge and understanding of Local Land Charges Service.
• Clear understanding of IT systems including Microsoft Office packages, GIS and bespoke databases (including spatial) and computer systems and how best to utilise these to improve service delivery.
• Experience of local government finance including rules surrounding income and expenditure.
• Proven experience of using initiative to identify innovative solutions to problem solving and demonstrating a 'can-do' attitude to improvements in service delivery.
• Proven experience of taking a lead role in delivering a transformation project, implementing project recommendations to maximise efficiencies.
• Articulate in written and oral communication skills with particular reference to report and letter writing, public speaking, presentation skills.
• Ability to analyse and interpret complex data and present key facts including policy implications in the preparation of reports, policy formulation and other material.

You will oversee the strategic management and operation of the Better Services Partnership Local Land Charges (LLC) Service, reporting to the Information and Planning Obligations Team Manager. Your role involves providing leadership, training, and guidance to ensure compliance with statutory obligations under relevant legislation, including the Local Land Charges Act 1975 and related regulations. You will drive innovation and support the team in delivering effective LLC services to meet the Council's statutory requirements.

• Oversee the strategic management, administration, and control of the Better Services Partnership Local Land Charges (LLC) Service, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation.

• Ensure Local Land Charge Search turnarounds for Richmond and Wandsworth are maintained within the statutory 10 working day timeframe, addressing any exceptions promptly.

• Liaise with data owners to ensure smooth registration of Local Land Charge information, and collaborate with service leads to implement processes for new legislation.

• Maximise IT functionality to enhance online and self-service options for customers, while managing and training the team to meet national and corporate performance targets.

• Assist with budget management for the Local Land Charges service, ensuring effective income generation, expenditure control, and audit compliance while supporting cost recovery initiatives.