Trading Standards Officer

Trading Standards Officer

Job Ref: Beeline 8945-1
Pay Rate: £60 per hour PAYE
Hours per week: 35 Monday - Friday, normal working hours
This opening assignment is for: 3 months
Location: Ealing, W5 2HL
Working pattern: Hybrid
Driving licence required.
Company car provided.
Candidate required to undertake Basic DBS if successful.

Summary of what the candidate must have to apply

• Experience in Trading Standards enforcement across inspections, investigations and casework
• Ability to assess complaints, prioritise workload and meet performance targets
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Confident preparing evidence, reports and legal case files
• Ability to work flexibly, including occasional early mornings or late evenings
• Trading Standards qualifications depending on grade:
  • Grade 10: Working towards TSPC
  • Grade 11: TSPC or equivalent, with proven enforcement experience
  • Grade 12: TSPD/TSAP/DTS/DCATS or equivalent, plus substantial complex investigation experience

The role

• Carry out statutory and non-statutory Trading Standards functions
• Support businesses with legal compliance through advice and interventions
• Investigate complaints involving rogue traders, fraud, unsafe goods and unfair practices
• Lead or support proactive enforcement initiatives to protect consumers and businesses
• Work with external partners including Police, HMRC, Fire Brigade and other agencies

Key accountabilities

• Respond to service requests and provide accurate advice
• Conduct inspections, visits and interventions to meet team targets
• Maintain clear, accurate records of inspections and investigations
• Prepare case files for prosecution and act as a witness where required
• Lead projects (Grades ) and supervise junior officers (Grade 12)
• Ensure compliance with legislation, policies and professional standards
• Handle evidential material securely, including high value seized goods

Requirements/key criteria

• Ability to manage workload with minimal supervision
• Skilled in collecting evidence and keeping contemporaneous notes
• Comfortable working in potentially hazardous environments
• Strong IT capability and ability to draft reports, letters and legal documents
• Ability to interpret legislation and apply enforcement powers appropriately
• Experience managing complex investigations (Grade 12)
• CPD compliance required at Grades 11 and 12

How to Apply

• Quote the Job Title and Reference Number in your application.
• Submit your CV in Word format.
• Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis-early submission is recommended.