Licensing Specialist - Lakeland

Publix Super Markets • Lakeland, FL

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About The Position

The Licensing Specialist coordinates, obtains, and maintains business licensing for all Publix locations to ensure compliance with federal, state and local business licensing requirements.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree in Business, Legal, Finance, Accounting or another analytical discipline or equivalent experience
• 3 years experience in an analytical field
• Knowledge of licensing research methods – including internet research, review of ordinances and statutes and contact with state, county and city regulatory agencies.
• Ability to multi-task and handle large volumes of work at accurately including good time management skills
• Ability to plan and organize projects to meet deadlines
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills
• Skilled in oral and written communication
• Attention to detail, accuracy, and thoroughness
• Ability to complete tasks independently and with little supervision
• Ability to work with others and coordinate their work on license renewals
• Exhibit professionalism and the ability to deal with confidential subject matter
• Excellent attendance and punctuality
• Show enthusiasm, initiative and be self-motivated
• Ability to positively influence team synergy
• Commitment to Continuous Quality Improvement
• Commitment to Publix and our mission
• Intermediate knowledge of Publix systems, including SAP and Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, and Access) applications
• Ability to work a variable schedule to meet business needs
• Willingness to travel as needed for business needs

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Legal, Finance, Accounting or another analytical discipline or equivalent experience
• 4 years’ experience in an analytical field
• Notary and/or Paralegal Studies Certification
• Knowledge of various federal, state, and local licensing requirements
• Strong negotiation skills
• Research skills including the ability to interpret and comprehend legal documents, state and federal statues, and local ordinances
• Advanced knowledge of Publix systems, including SAP, Adobe, License HQ and Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, and Access) application

Responsibilities

• researching and obtaining business licenses, permits and registrations for Publix locations
• maintaining and renewing expiring business licenses, permits and registrations
• communicating with Publix store management, state and local governments and law enforcement officials
• project managing and providing status updates to management on the various licenses (business tax receipts, occupational license, beverage licenses, etc).
• performing various additional licensing related tasks necessary to comply with federal, state and local regulatory requirements.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees