Trading Standards Officer

Venn Group; East Midlands; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Trading Standards Officer to focus on illegal tobacco and vape enforcement in the East Midlands. This hybrid role involves investigating offences, conducting inspections, and providing compliance advice. Candidates should have a strong understanding of Trading Standards legislation, excellent investigative skills, and a relevant diploma. The position offers flexibility with a working pattern of Thursdays in the office and the rest from home.

Qualifications

• Ability to interpret and apply technical and legal information.
• Good working knowledge across a range of Trading Standards functions.
• Significant experience with Trading Standards legislation.

Responsibilities

• Investigate and prosecute offences involving illicit tobacco and vaping products.
• Conduct inspections of retail premises and seize illegal or non-compliant goods.
• Provide compliance advice to businesses and the public.

Skills

Strong understanding of Trading Standards legislation

Excellent investigative and analytical skills

Confident communication skills

Ability to work independently

Education

Diploma in Trading Standards or equivalent

Job description

Trading Standards Officer – Illegal Tobacco & Vape Enforcement

Rate: Flexible hourly rate, Inside IR35

Working Pattern: Hybrid – Thursdays in the office, onsite inspections as required, remainder of the week working from home

Contract Duration: Until 31st March 2026

Location: East Midlands

Our client is seeking a motivated and experienced Trading Standards Officer to join their specialist enforcement team, focusing on illegal tobacco and non-compliant vaping products. This role plays a vital part in safeguarding communities, reducing harm, and tackling criminal supply chains.

In this role, you will:

• Investigate and prosecute offences involving illicit tobacco and vaping products
• Conduct inspections of retail premises and seize illegal or non-compliant goods
• Work collaboratively with partners such as HMRC, Police, and Public Health teams
• Gather intelligence and support local, regional, and national enforcement campaigns
• Provide clear and authoritative compliance advice to businesses and the public

You will bring:

• Strong understanding of Trading Standards legislation, particularly around tobacco control and vaping products
• Excellent investigative, analytical, and evidential skills
• Ability to work independently while contributing effectively to a team
• Confident communication skills and experience of enforcement and prosecution processes
• A commitment to service improvement and professional excellence

Essential Skills & Qualifications

• Ability to interpret and apply technical and legal information
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Diploma in Trading Standards, Consumer Affairs, Consumer Affairs and Trading Standards, or equivalent
• Good working knowledge across a range of Trading Standards functions
• Significant experience across relevant Trading Standards legislation, including:
• Conducting investigations and enquiries
• Producing clear, evidence-based reports
• Providing advice to businesses, consumers, and partner agencies
• Working in an intelligence-led, priority-driven environment
• Liaising with enforcement agencies
• Supporting Home and Primary Authority work

If this is a role you’d like to be considered for then we would love to hear from you!