The Local Taxation Officer has responsibility for:-
- Providing resilience across a range of IRRV services, including publications, technical enquiries, on-line learning, training courses, upskilling sessions and consultancy.
- Ensuring that knowledge gained, and information gathered, is used to maximum benefit in the furtherance of Institute initiatives and activities, whilst respecting at all times, relevant confidentialities.
- Supporting the Head of Law and Research with the wider aspects of the Institute’s policy and research work across the UK.
Specific Duties & Responsibilities
Technical Queries
- Respond to a range of technical queries across service areas, interpreting legislation, guidance, and best practice to deliver clear, accurate, and practical advice to members, clients, and stakeholders.
Publications
- Producing and developing the technical content of the Institute’s Council Tax and Non Domestic Rates (NDR) law and practice publications, as well as other training products.
- Ensure publications are maintained on an on-going basis in accordance with changes in legislation and government rules.
- Ensure that any relevant updates to the publications are communicated to the Institute’s Conference and Sales team in a timely and regular manner.
Online Learning & Digital Content
- Assist in the development and maintenance of online learning modules and digital resources, including reviewing legislation and case law.
- Update the Council Tax and NDR sections of the Institute’s EOS Distance
Learning platform on occasion.
- Monitor user engagement and provide basic reporting and feedback for improvement.
- Ensure that any relevant updates to the online learning material are communicated to the Institute’s Conference and Sales team in a timely and regular manner.
Training Courses & Upskilling Sessions
- Support the IRRV and delivery of training courses (virtual and in-person).
- Coordinate logistics including scheduling, materials, venues, and attendee communications.
- Assist trainers and facilitators during sessions to ensure smooth delivery.
- Contribute to the development of new training and upskilling content where appropriate.
Consultancy Support
- Provide administrative and project support for consultancy assignments.
- Engage in elements including initial scoping discussions and visits, tender development, project management / work, report writing and presentations to clients.
- Coordinate meetings, timelines, and stakeholder communications.
Other
- Take part in research work on an ad hoc basis.
- Participate fully in the staff appraisal and personal development schemes.
- Undertake any other duties of a similar nature, which the Head of Law and Research may allocate.
Applicants should have attained at least ‘A’ level standard of general education or equivalent. Additional relevant qualifications, such as an IRRV qualification, is desirable but not essential. A good knowledge of local taxation and revenues is essential, as is a willingness to build up knowledge on any of these areas where required. Excellent organisational and communications skills (oral and written) are required.
Experience:
- Comprehensive and up to date technical knowledge of NDR and Council Tax within any part of the UK.
- Strong organisational and coordination skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and work across different projects.
- Excellent communication skills (written and verbal).
- Good attention to detail and commitment to quality.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and digital platforms.
Applications should be made on the electronic form provided and sent to Rory.Hughes@IRRV.org.uk
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