Statutory Penalty Investigations Officer
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Position Overview & Specifications
Statutory Penalty Investigations Officer
Permanent
Grade 3 - Β£23,194 - Β£29,438
Consultation grade - subject to formal evaluation under the Pay Equity Review
Working 36.5 Hours per week
Be Bold. Be Birmingham. This is all about how weβre making things happen across the City. The Council provides services to around one million people, and itβs Europeβs largest local authority.
Following the successful launch of various projects including Birminghamβs Clean Air Zone, we are seeking a high calibre individual to join our team.
You will demonstrate practical experience working within a busy customer environment working to strict deadlines whilst maintaining accuracy and attention to detail; ability to investigate and assess individual circumstances in line with the statutory procedure associated with the Transport Act 2000 and Traffic Management Act 2004; excellent verbal and written communication skills to produce detailed replies to correspondence to a high level; update information on computer systems to accurately summarise the advice and actions taken; be able to maintain confidentiality; and also to work well as part of a team with the ability to be flexible to meet deadlines.
We offer an attractive salary with a minimum of 30 days holiday allowance per year, the opportunity to join a market leading pension scheme and enjoy an impressive package of other health and wellbeing benefits including our flexible working policy.
Please ensure to send your supporting statement as part of your application. This should highlight how your skills and experience meet those specified in the Job Description. Interviews for this post will take place virtually via video conferencing. Shortlisted candidates will be provided with further information.
You must upload a Supporting Statement via the attachments part of your application. This is required for shortlisting; you need to describe how your experience and skills fit the essential criteria for the role as specified in the Person Specification. If you do not attach your Supporting Statement, your application will not be considered. Please do not attach CVs as we do not accept them.
Closing date 16th July at 23.59
βInterviews for this post will take place virtually via video conferencing. Shortlisted candidates will be provided with further informationβ
For any informal enquires please contact: Shakil Sadiq shakil.sadiq@birmingham.gov.uk
Ref: 1377
We welcome applications from people with caring responsibilities and flexible working options will be considered.
A Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check will be undertaken
Proof of Right to work in the UK will be required for all applicants in accordance with UK Home Office requirements , before any employment offer can be confirmed.
Non-UK applicants (excluding Ireland) would be required to hold a relevant Visa from the UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) apply for a visa . Successful applicants may be able to obtain a Certificate of Sponsorship from Birmingham City Council for a skilled worker visa (if the job is eligible) subject to meeting the relevant criteria.
Job Description and Person Specification
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (Β£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: National Services & Agencies
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Statutory Penalty Investigations Officer roles across Birmingham City Council's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to National Services & Agencies.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked Salary Disclosed on Application bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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