Trading Standards Enforcement Officer

inploi; Trafford; Hybrid; GBP 37,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A local council in Trafford is seeking a Trading Standards Enforcement Officer to conduct regulatory functions in product safety and consumer protection. The role offers hybrid working, and the council is committed to continuous professional development. Candidates should possess a relevant diploma or equivalent experience. Strong organisational and communication skills are essential, along with a proactive approach to problem-solving. This position provides the opportunity to make a significant impact within the community.

Benefits

Development opportunities

Friendly work environment

Flexibility in working hours

Qualifications

• Willingness to work towards AFI Accredited Financial Analyst qualification is desirable.
• Proven record of effective partnership working.
• Ability to manage a busy workload and meet tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Conduct regulatory enforcement functions in product safety and consumer protection.
• Deliver excellent regulatory service across Trading Standards duties.
• Engage with residents and business communities to protect consumer rights.

Skills

Excellent organisational skills

Effective communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Diploma in Consumer Affairs & Trading Standards (DCATS) or equivalent

Job description

Trading Standards Enforcement Officer

Location: Trafford Town Hall, Talbot Road, Stretford, Manchester, M32 0TH with Hybrid working.

Salary: Band 7, £37,280 - £39,862 per annum

Working Pattern: Full Time

Working hours: 36.25 hours per week (flexible working available 7am-9pm) (part time / reduced hours negotiable)

Contract type: Permanent

Application deadline: 4th January 2026

Interview type: In person

About the Role

Are you interested in developing your career in Trading Standards in a vibrant, forward-thinking service? Trafford’s Trading Standards team is part of a larger group of Regulatory Services, all co-located at Trafford Town Hall. We are looking to recruit a highly motivated individual able to work on their own initiative, but also as part of a team; using a range of innovative problem-solving enforcement tactics to protect our Trafford residents.

The primary role of the Trading Standards Team is to conduct regulatory and enforcement functions in the areas of product safety, consumer protection, fair trading, metrology, underage sales, renters rights and animal feedstuffs.

The Trading Standards team are crucial to the Council meeting its statutory requirements in the above areas and the team provides specialist knowledge and advice in these topics.

This role offers the flexibility of hot desking / home working together with field-based work.

Continuous professional development and training is fully encouraged.

About you

You will have a Diploma in Consumer Affairs & Trading Standards / DCATS or equivalent recognised qualification and / or experience resulting in an equivalent level of skills, knowledge and legal expertise. An AFI Accredited Financial Analyst qualification (or willingness to work towards the qualification) would be desirable.

You will be responsible for delivering excellent regulatory service across the full range of Trading Standards duties (excluding food standards). You will need to demonstrate excellent organisational and communication skills, together with a proven record of effective working with relevant partners and business community.

Your style and approach will reflect our values and behaviours. You will be committed to continual professional development and improving the way you do things to ensure effective outcomes; valuing and respecting others’ contribution and working together.

You will take ownership of your actions and strive to getting things right first time, learning from when things do go wrong; you will enjoy taking personal responsibility to resolve issues and change what you do and how you do it to make a difference.

The ability to deliver effective project-based work, prioritise and manage a busy workload and deliver to tight deadlines with passion and pride in your work.

If you are looking for a new varied, interesting and challenging career then this could be the opportunity for you.

About us

Trafford Council and its partners in the public, private and third sectors have a vision which sees us working together to close inequality gaps and maximise Trafford’s huge potential.Our vision: Trafford where all our residents, businesses and communities thrive. Trafford is a lively, prosperous place to put down roots and build a career. The council and Trafford schools employ around 8,000 people, who are central to making the area great. In return for their commitment, the council offers its employees development opportunities, as well as a fair and flexible workplace. The council is a Living Wage Employer.

Additional Information

You will have flexibility in terms of hybrid working at home and in the office.

You will hold a full valid driving licence and provide your own vehicle for work use, willing to travel to and work at different sites across the borough of Trafford.

Please note the advert may close early if we receive a high number of applications so, please do not delay in submitting your application.

About the benefits

You will be welcomed into a friendly environment where your personal and professional development will be encouraged. You will have the opportunity to work and grow in a people-centered and values-based organisation that promotes a positive permission culture. Your opinions matter so you will have the opportunity to shape how we do things here at Trafford.

To learn more about Trafford as a place to work visit and to view more about our awards and benefits please visit: Trafford - Benefits | www.inploi.com (greater.jobs)

Other Relevant Information

Greater Manchester Continuous Service Commitment - greater.jobs | www.inploi.com

For this opportunity, you must be able to prove you have the right to work in the UK – if in doubt please visit the following link Employers' right to work checklist – GOV.UK (www.gov.uk). Please note we are not a licensed sponsor and we won't be able to support with your work visa.

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