Street Trading and Market Operations Officer

Brackenberry; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Street Trading and Market Operations Officer in Greater London. This frontline role focuses on managing street trading and market activities, ensuring compliance with regulations. The position demands flexibility, as work may involve evenings and weekends. Candidates should have a strong grasp of street trading legislation and prior experience in public interactions. The role offers competitive pay at £21.44 – £28.29 per hour on a 3-month contract.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of the London Local Authorities Act 1990.
• Experience in managing public interactions professionally.
• Capacity to address operational challenges swiftly.

Responsibilities

• Monitor compliance with Council regulations.
• Manage traffic during market activities.
• Act as the first point of contact for traders and the public.

Skills

Strong knowledge of street trading legislation

Understanding of health and safety principles

Experience dealing with traders and the public

Conflict management skills

Operational problem-solving

Job description

We are working closely alongside with a local authority in Tower Hamlets to assist with the appointment of a Street Trading and Market Operations Officer on a 3-months contract, highly likely to be extended at clients discretion. Please apply with your CV for immediate consideration.

Rate of Pay

£21.44 – £28.29 per hour

Summary

This is a frontline, operational role focused on the management, control, and monitoring of all street trading and market-related activities within the borough. You will ensure the enforcement of Council regulations, by‑laws, and national legislation, such as the London Local Authorities Act 1990. The role requires a highly flexible approach, as you will be expected to work outdoors in various locations, including evenings and weekends, to meet service requirements.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and control street trading and market activities to ensure compliance with Council regulations and by‑laws.
• Take appropriate action regarding breaches of criminal, civil, and bye‑laws, including issuing Fixed Penalty Notices (FPNs), summons, or reporting offenders for legal proceedings.
• Manage traffic movements during market set‑up and breakdown and ensure traders' vehicles do not obstruct the public highway.
• Serve as the first point of contact for the public and traders, resolving complaints and enquiries with initiative and sensitivity.
• Issue daily licences to casual traders and manage the administration of competing demands for limited pitches.

Essentials

• Strong knowledge of street trading legislation, specifically the London Local Authorities Act 1990 (as amended).
• Understanding of health and safety principles to report defects in market structures or fabric.
• Previous experience dealing with traders and the general public in a professional capacity.
• Demonstrated experience in managing conflict in public environments and settling disputes on‑site.
• Proven experience in identifying operational problems and initiating quick, effective action.

Please note

• You should be available to work immediately or at a short notice.
• You should have right to work in the U.K.

Disclaimer

Brackenberry Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. We are committed to equality in the workplace and are an equal opportunity employer. Unless otherwise stated, all of our roles are temporary, though open assignments can be and often are, extended by clients on a long‑term basis and can sometimes become permanent.

Important

We will interpret your application as being permission to submit your CV to this role (with the right to represent you) unless you advise us to the contrary. In case the role requires an enhanced DBS, your DBS must be either through us or be accompanied by a subscription to the DBS updating service.

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