London Borough of Islington
Senior Tax Base Investigation Officer
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Here in Islington, we are continually looking to maximise our tax base in relation to Council Tax and Business Rates and in doing so we are seeking a motivated, enthusiastic and experienced revenues officer to join our amazing pool of tax base investigators.
The main purpose of the job is as follows
Senior Tax Base Investigation Officer in 222 Upper Street - Islington Council
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Senior Tax Base Investigation Officer
Posted on 29/10/2026
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End Date:
12 Nov 2026 at 23:59
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£44,331 - £45,696 (SO2)
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About The Role
Here in Islington, we are continually looking to maximise our tax base in relation to Council Tax and Business Rates and in doing so we are seeking a motivated, enthusiastic and experienced revenues officer to join our amazing pool of tax base investigators.
The main purpose of the job is as follows:
To conduct investigations/inspections for Council Tax and National Non-Domestic Rates purposes.
To provide forecasting information which will assist the authority in the compilation of the Tax Base Report.
To assist with the review of exemptions, discounts and reliefs within the agreed timescales.
To work as part of a team to achieve or exceed targets for maximising the Councils tax base.
To liaise with other staff, sections, departments, external organisations/companies and members of the public.
Assist with work relating to Valuation Tribunals.
To update system records ensuring data is accurate and factual.
For further information or for an informal conversation about the post, please contact:
Lee Wright - Tax Base Maximisation Manager
[email protected]
About You
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.
Our offer to you
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. Our staff benefits include:
Up to 31 days leave per year, increasing to 36 days after five years of local
Requisition Details
- Job ID: #7253
- Employer: London Borough of Islington
- Location: London Borough of Islington
- Closing Date: 12 Nov 2026 at 23:59
- Contract: Permanent
- Last Verified: 2026-10-30
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