Revenues Officer - Council Tax
Location
Keynsham, England, United Kingdom
Employment TypePart-time
Posted At3/17/2026
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Description
At Bath & North East Somerset Council we have one overriding purpose to improve people’s lives.
We are a highly successful unitary Local Authority, responsible for delivering a wide range of vital public services.
Within the Finance Service, the Revenues Team is responsible for the billing and collection of Council Tax, Non-Domestic Rates and Business Improvement District Levy. We work proactively to support the changing needs of the organisation to ensure the best possible experience for all customers.
We are seeking a diligent and customer-focused Council Tax Officer to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for maintaining accurate and up-to-date Council Tax records, as well as handling enquiries from the public, colleagues, and external organisations.
A comprehensive, detailed and working knowledge of the legislation surrounding local taxation; preferably relating to Council Tax is desirable. You will be working in line with national and corporate policies, procedures, and legislative requirements, so will need to understand and be responsive to customer needs.
You will ideally have experience of working in a team and providing an excellent service to others. You will be a conscientious person, who embraces change and is not afraid of a challenge as we continually look to improve our services and performance.
You will have the ability to negotiate on all levels to gain the best possible solution for both Customer and Service, with an ability to use your initiative to solve both expected and unexpected problems as well as having the ability to use IT systems to interpret and input data and information accurately.
You will demonstrate a positive and professional image to the customer whilst ensuring effective engagement with all stakeholders.
About The Role
We are a highly successful unitary Local Authority, responsible for delivering a wide range of vital public services.
Within the Finance Service, the Revenues Team is responsible for the billing and collection of Council Tax, Non-Domestic Rates and Business Improvement District Levy. We work proactively to support the changing needs of the organisation to ensure the best possible experience for all customers.
We are seeking a diligent and customer-focused Council Tax Officer to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for maintaining accurate and up-to-date Council Tax records, as well as handling enquiries from the public, colleagues, and external organisations.
A comprehensive, detailed and working knowledge of the legislation surrounding local taxation; preferably relating to Council Tax is desirable. You will be working in line with national and corporate policies, procedures, and legislative requirements, so will need to understand and be responsive to customer needs.
You will ideally have experience of working in a team and providing an excellent service to others. You will be a conscientious person, who embraces change and is not afraid of a challenge as we continually look to improve our services and performance.
You will have the ability to negotiate on all levels to gain the best possible solution for both Customer and Service, with an ability to use your initiative to solve both expected and unexpected problems as well as having the ability to use IT systems to interpret and input data and information accurately.
You will demonstrate a positive and professional image to the customer whilst ensuring effective engagement with all stakeholders.
About The Role
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date Council Tax records, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and regulations
If you are interested in this post and require more details or just to chat through the role and what’s involved, please contact Donna Francis, Revenues Team Leader at Donna_Francis@bathnes.gov.uk or by telephone on 01225 5396461
Please note that this advert may close earlier than the stated closing date due to high demand. We advise all interested candidates to apply as soon as possible
Interview date: 04/05/2026
No Agencies Please
- Please note, BANES Council operates a policy of prior consideration for roles for any individual on the Council’s at-risk register (redeployee). This means should a redeployee express an interest in this role, providing they meet the essential criteria for the role they will be considered ahead of external applicants.
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The Council is committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce. Applications for job-share, part-time and flexible working arrangements are welcomed and will be considered in line with business needs.
Please note that this role is subject to a Basic DBS Check.
Safeguarding Statement: The Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable groups and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment. As part of this commitment anyone working in a post with children or vulnerable groups will be expected to undertake an Enhanced DBS check with/without barred list checks.
At Bath and North East Somerset Council we have one overriding purpose to improve peoples lives. Find out more about our values at
We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join us. Find out more on our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion at
We are a Disability Confident Employer find out more at
The Council is committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce. Applications for job-share, part-time and flexible working arrangements are welcomed and will be considered in line with business needs.
Please note that this role is subject to a Basic DBS Check.
Safeguarding Statement: The Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable groups and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment. As part of this commitment anyone working in a post with children or vulnerable groups will be expected to undertake an Enhanced DBS check with/without barred list checks.