We are looking for a Trading Standards Officer to join a south east London Trading Standards department on a contract basis Skills & Abilities Good communication and interpersonal skills Able to work with minimum supervision and use initiative. Ability to organise workload Able to work well both within a team and by themselves. Has a flexible approach to work. Can contribute to the development of departmental quality procedures Investigate criminal offences and breaches and compile reports. Excellent I.T. skills Knowledge Good working knowledge of current investigation techniques. Good working knowledge of trading standards legislation and the legal framework (e.g. Consumer Rights Act 2015, Fraud Act 2006, Criminal Procedure and Investigations Act 1996, Digital Markets, Competition and Consumers Act 2024 Familiarity with Microsoft Office and Environmental Health & Trading Standards database software. Experience Experience of working with the relevant legislation and/or in a related area. Experience of working within a local authority would be an advantage. Experience of computer systems, including databases, spreadsheets and GIS. Qualifications Diploma in Consumer Affairs, Diploma in Trading Standards, DCATS or equivalent OR substantial, analogous enforcement experience. Special Requirements Full driving licence for car. Flexible work arrangements and prepared to work out of normal office hours. Please send your CV through to us via www.kenyonblock.com