Location
5 Pancras Square, London, N1C 4AG

Hours
36 hours per week

Salary
£46,006 - £52,329 plus 7% Market Supplement

Contract Type
2 Years (Fixed Term)

About the Role
Are you a driven individual looking for a fulfilling role in the field of Trading Standards? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to make a difference in our community. As a Trading Standards Officer, you will play a pivotal role in upholding fair trading, product safety, and the protection of consumers and businesses. Your responsibilities will include leading effective investigations, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation, and fostering partnerships with key agencies and organisations. Alternative flexible working options are available and open to discussion. Camden Council is committed to inclusion and uses an anonymised recruitment process to reduce unconscious bias.

Experience
Proven experience in trading standards and/or consumer protection work, including managing and investigating complex casework. Experience of taking enforcement action for failure to comply with relevant legislation and statutory notices. Full working knowledge of IPA including disclosure, CPIA, Regulator’s Code, PACE, and Trading Standards legislative powers.

About You
You are a motivated individual with a strong understanding of trading standards. You are committed to upholding consumer protection and fair trading practices and able to work collaboratively with partners and stakeholders.

Qualifications
Diploma in Trading Standards or Diploma in Consumer Affairs and Trading Standards or equivalent DPCP/Board of Trade qualification is required.