Technical Trading Standards Officer

Borough of Barnet; Greater London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A local council in Greater London is seeking a Technical Trading Standards Officer to protect consumers and promote fair trading. In this varied role, you will be responsible for investigating complaints, conducting inspections, and advising businesses on compliance. The ideal candidate will have a Trading Standards qualification and a minimum of 3 years' experience in a regulatory role. Join a supportive team committed to making a positive impact in the community.

Benefits

31 days annual leave, plus public and bank holidays

Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme

Work-life balance options including hybrid working

Lifestyle discounts from major retailers

Employee well-being training programs

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a regulatory or investigative role.
• A flexible, adaptable approach and commitment to high standards.
• A driving licence is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Investigating complaints and suspected offences using statutory powers.
• Conducting inspections and sampling goods for compliance.
• Preparing legal cases and presenting evidence in court.

Skills

Strong knowledge of relevant laws and enforcement procedures

Excellent communication and negotiation skills

Ability to manage caseloads

Competence in Microsoft Office and data systems

Education

Trading Standards or Consumer Affairs qualification

Job description

About Barnet Council

Barnet is a borough with much to be proud of. Our excellent schools, vibrant town centres, vast green spaces, and diverse communities all help make it a wonderful place to live and work. As a council we want to build on these strengths as we move into the future. We are growing and developing as an organisation to meet the challenges facing our borough and we are committed to working with partner organisations and residents to make Barnet even better. As an organisation, our staff are committed to Our Values (Caring, Learning to Improve, Inclusive, Collaborate).

About the Directorate

The Assurance and Public Protection directorate ensures democratic accountability of council services. The directorate work together to monitor and ensure compliance and provide assurance of Barnet being an engaged and effective council that protects the public purse. They provide enforcement services that engage and protect residents and businesses to support a safer and healthier borough. In the Assurance and Public Protection directorate, we are committed to the work we do and the difference we make to residents and customers of Barnet every single day.

Job Opportunities

• Head of Environmental Health, Consumer and Public Protection
• Counter Fraud and Trading Standards Manager
• Service Manager – Environmental Health (Commercial)
• Team Leader-Health and Safety
• Environmental Health Practitioner
• Senior Food Safety Officers x2
• Public Health & Noise Nuisance Officers x2
• Technical Scientific Officer
• Technical Trading Standards Officer

Technical Trading Standards Officer

Do you want a career where every day you protect consumers, champion fairness, and make a real impact? Join our dedicated Trading Standards team and help shape a safer, fairer marketplace for residents, businesses, and visitors.

About the Role

As a Technical Trading Standards Officer, you’ll deliver professional services that safeguard health, wellbeing, and consumer rights. This is a varied and challenging position where no two days are the same.

Your responsibilities will include:

• ✅ Investigating complaints and suspected offences using statutory powers
• ✅ Conducting inspections and sampling goods for compliance
• ✅ Leading intelligence-driven enforcement activities, including test purchases
• ✅ Preparing legal cases and presenting evidence in court
• ✅ Advising businesses and consumers on compliance and rights
• ✅ Staying up to date with legislation and best practice

Please click here to download the job description for this role.

About You

• We’re looking for someone with:
• A Trading Standards or Consumer Affairs qualification (or willingness to achieve this in post)
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a regulatory or investigative role
• Strong knowledge of relevant laws and enforcement procedures
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills
• Ability to manage caseloads and draft accurate legal documents
• Competence in Microsoft Office and data systems
• A flexible, adaptable approach and commitment to high standards
• A driving licence is desirable.

Why Join Us?

• Professional development and training opportunities
• A supportive, collaborative team environment
• The chance to make a real impact in protecting consumers and promoting fair trading

Ready to make a difference?

Please read carefully the role profile and the person specification to ensure you meet the requirements of the role before commencing your application. We understand the benefits of using AI in the workplace and helping us complete some work tasks more efficiently. AI tools lack the authenticity and ability to showcase a candidate’s breadth of knowledge, skills and experience. We ask that you complete your application using your own words and experiences.

Closing date for applications: 19 January 2026

Interviews will take place during week commencing 2 February 2026.

What we offer

• 31 days annual leave, plus public and bank holidays
• Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme, which provides a valuable guaranteed income in your retirement together with security for your dependents
• Work-life balance options may include hybrid working, flexitime, job share, home working, part-time
• A vast range of lifestyle discounts from major retailers, supermarkets, energy suppliers and more
• Broad range of payroll benefits including cycle to work, eye care vouchers, travel and gym membership
• Excellent training and development opportunities
• Employee well‑being training programs including confidential employee assistance

How to apply

Read the job description and person specification before clicking ‘Apply’ to commence the online application form. If you would like any further information about the role before applying, please contact [e-mail].

Equal Opportunities and Safeguarding

Barnet Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Barnet operates stringent safer recruitment procedures, which may include AI Detection Screening, Biometric ID/Right to Work Checks, Qualification and Registration Checks, up to 6 years of Employment Data and Insights to Accelerate Screening, up to 5 years of Employment History References, DBS (Disclosure & Barring Service) Checks, Credit Checks, Social Media, Sanctions and Occupational Health Screening.

To deliver Barnet Council’s commitment to equality of opportunity in the provision of services, all staff are expected to promote equality in the workplace and in the services the Council delivers. As such we value diversity and welcome applications from all backgrounds.

Barnet Council embraces all forms of flexible working (including part-time, compressed hours, and hybrid working) and is committed to offering employees a healthy work‑life balance. Candidates are encouraged to talk about relevant requirements and preferences at interview. We can’t promise to give you exactly what you want, but we do promise not to judge you for asking.

Barnet Council is a Disability Confident Committed Employer. We welcome and encourage job applications of all abilities. If you require any reasonable adjustments in the application or interview, please contact the lead contact on this advert. We will make reasonable adjustments to make sure our disabled applicants and those with health conditions are supported throughout our recruitment process. We support the access to work scheme, further details are available at www.gov.uk/access-to-work/apply.

All posts with the council are subject to a probationary period of six months, during which time you will be required to demonstrate to the council satisfaction your suitability for the position in which you will be employed.

Due to the high number of applications that are received for some posts we may close vacancies before the stated closing date if sufficient number of applications are received. Therefore, please apply as soon as possible.

Please ensure you regularly check the email account (including JUNK MAIL folders) that you use to submit your application, as any further communication regarding your application will be sent electronically. Should you not hear from us within four working weeks of the closing date for this post, then regretfully in this instance, you have not been shortlisted.