London Borough of Islington

Senior Tax Base Investigation Officer

London Borough of Islington £44,331 - £45,696 (SO2) Closing Date: 12 Nov 2026 at 23:59 Permanent
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Summary: 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 Skip to main content use space or down arrow not enter to open Careers home Jobs Why work here Application tips 0 Saved Jobs Log in to your account Login with Facebook Login with Google Login with LinkedIn Or Email Address: Email Address has been left blank Password: Password has been left blank Remember email address * Required Login Forgot Password? Register for an account 0 Saved Jobs Log in Log in to your account Login with Facebook Login with Google Login with LinkedIn Or Email Address: Email Address has been left blank Password: Password has been left blank Remember email address * Required Login Forgot Password? Register Careers home Jobs Why work here Application tips Senior Tax Base Investigation Officer Posted on 29/10/2026 Save Job Apply Vacancy Reference Number 3287 End Date: 12 Nov 2026 at 23:59 Address 1 Not Specified All Departments Resources All Departments has been left blank Advertising Salary £44,331 - £45,696 (SO2) Contract Type Permanent Contract Type has been left blank Additional Contract details Not Specified Hours Per Week 35 Working Pattern Full time Home Vacancies Senior Tax Base Investigation Officer ⚠ Important Recruitment Notice We are aware that some third-party websites are advertising our vacancies without our permission. To help protect your personal information, we recommend applying only through this recruitment website or via our official vacancies on LinkedIn , Indeed and Find a Job . While we occasionally advertise through other channels, these will always direct you back to our official recruitment process. If you are ever unsure whether a vacancy is genuine, please apply directly through this website or contact our Recruitment Team before submitting your application or personal information. 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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