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Are you eager to land a brand new role? Our client, a busy Local Authority in West London, are looking for an experienced Senior Trading Standards Officer to join their team and play a crucial role within their environmental health operations.       

Position: Senior Trading Standards Officer
Rate: £34 per hour (Umbrella, Outside IR35)
Contract Duration: Temporary (February 2026) with Possible Extension  

Job Purpose: 

• To undertake the full range of Trading Standards duties to protect consumers and businesses by promoting a safe and fair trading environment, and to contribute to delivery of the council’s objectives and priorities.

Job Responsibilities: 

• Advise consumers and businesses, including Primary Authority partners on consumer protection law in relation to the buying, selling, renting, and hiring of goods and services. As required provide in-depth specialist advice to businesses, orally and/or in writing, communicating messages clearly and appropriately, on their rights, duties, and obligations under Trading Standards legislation.
• Undertake enforcement work including investigations, inspections, routine test purchases, sampling and screen testing of products, projects, and other interventions, as directed, to determine compliance with legislation, including taking part in national, regional, and local initiatives and enforcement activities.
• Maintain an up-to-date knowledge of general Trading Standards legislation and technology to uphold competencies and awareness of current best practice.

Job Requirements:

• Previous experience working within a local authority or a similar organisation.
• At least 1 year experience within a Senior Trading Standards Officer role or equivalent.
• Diploma in Trading Standards (DTS)/ Diploma in Consumer Affairs and Trading Standards (DCATS) or equivalent.
• Evidence of Continuing Professional Development. 

Please be advised that only candidates that have the specific skills and experiences required for this role will be shortlisted and submitted to our client for review. 

How to Apply:
If you are interested in applying, please press the button below, send your CV to james.fernandez@temptingrecruitment.co.uk or contact James on 020 3854 4907 to discuss further.

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