Overview
Neway International are seeking a Trading Standards Officer – Technical to join our client based with Wirral MBC.
Location: 2 Alice Square, Birkenhead, Merseyside, CH41 2YA
Hours: 18 per week
Start Date: 23 February 2026
The Role
The Trading Standards Officer will carry out statutory food standards and weights and measures inspections, alongside broader criminal compliance and enforcement activities. Working within a generic team, the post holder will investigate complex breaches of trading standards legislation, identify contraventions, and determine appropriate enforcement action based on risk.
This role requires a highly skilled, self‑managing practitioner capable of handling complex cases, presenting solutions, and supporting the delivery of high‑quality regulatory services.
Key Responsibilities
* Undertake inspections, surveys, and investigations into complex and serious breaches of trading standards legislation.
* Lead or supervise projects aimed at securing business compliance.
* Prepare reports, conduct interviews, manage correspondence, and provide evidence in court when required.
* Enforce legislation using the full range of enforcement powers in line with the Enforcement Policy.
* Participate in local and national initiatives, including health promotion projects.
* Monitor performance and ensure work meets required standards and procedures.
* Research, review, and implement policy and procedural updates.
* Maintain up‑to‑date knowledge of legislation, government guidance, and best practice.
* Work collaboratively with internal departments and external agencies to identify issues requiring intervention.
* Produce and verify management information, statutory returns, and performance data.
* Provide specialist advice, training, and mentoring to less experienced colleagues.
* Respond to enquiries from Councillors, MPs, senior managers, businesses, and the public.
* Deliver presentations and training to internal teams and external partners.
* Manage complex negotiations and influence behaviour change in business settings.
* Ensure secure handling of evidence, data, and confidential information.
* Represent the service at meetings, regional initiatives, and multi‑agency forums.
* Support service planning, policy development, and operational improvements.
Candidate Requirements
* Essential: Professional CTSI Trading Standards qualification (DTS/DCATS including Food and Legal Metrology modules) or equivalent, plus a university degree.
* Strong knowledge of current and emerging Trading Standards legislation.
* Experience working within a Trading Standards service, ideally in a large urban authority or private sector organisation.
* Proven ability to investigate consumer complaints and undertake complex projects.
* Skilled in preparing reports, conducting interviews, and compiling case files for legal proceedings.
* Knowledge of enforcement procedures and PACE.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to influence behaviour.
* Strong time‑management skills and ability to work with minimal supervision.
* Computer literate with effective communication skills at all levels.
* Willingness to work outside normal office hours when required.
* Desirable: Additional qualifications or training related to Trading Standards.
* Lead Auditor Assessor qualification.
* Experience training or mentoring colleagues.
* Experience working with statutory and voluntary partners.
* Experience drafting responses for MPs/Councillors, preparing Cabinet Reports, or delivering presentations.
* Knowledge of civil enforcement procedures and the Enterprise Act.
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