Senior / Trading Standards Officer

Hillingdon is London’s second largest borough. Our staff live across Hillingdon and beyond, with our main council offices based at the Civic Centre in the heart of vibrant Uxbridge town centre.

Our borough offers fantastic transport links, including the A40, M25, Metropolitan, Elizabeth and Piccadilly lines, making travel to work easy. We also offer free parking at the Civic Centre and hybrid working arrangements, balancing time between the office and home.

Putting our residents first is at the heart of everything we do. We are continuing to modernise our services while maintaining the high standards our residents expect. 

We are looking for a Senior / Trading Standards Officer to join our Trading Standards and Proceeds of Crime Team within Public Protection and Enforcement. This is a fixed term contract opportunity until 31 March 2028.

This is an exciting opportunity to work across a varied and complex range of investigations and enforcement activities, including:

• Product safety
• Doorstep crime
• Fraud investigations
• Illicit alcohol and tobacco
• Consumer protection and wider Trading Standards legislation

You will manage a complex caseload of investigations and complaints, contributing effectively to team plans, enforcement priorities and wider Council objectives.

The Trading Standards and Proceeds of Crime Team sits within the wider Public Protection and Enforcement service, alongside Environmental Health, Licensing and Street Scene Enforcement.

About You

We are looking for someone who has:

• Demonstrable experience carrying out criminal investigations and enforcement actions
• Experience of enforcing Trading Standards legislation or equivalent investigative experience
• Strong knowledge and experience of working within PACE Codes of Practice
• Experience preparing prosecution cases and presenting evidence in Court
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to deal sensitively with victims of crime
• Strong organisational and investigative skills
• The ability to contribute confidently to Team Plans and Council priorities while maintaining high standards of work

Applicants without a formal Trading Standards qualification will still be considered where equivalent knowledge and experience can be clearly demonstrated. 

The role offers a competitive salary of £42,771 - £52,194 per year, plus a £3,000 market factor supplement.

If you are looking for a varied and rewarding enforcement role where you can make a real impact on protecting residents and communities, we would love to hear from you.

• Flexible Working Hours – We recognise the importance of flexibility in managing your work and personal life.
• 36 Hour Week – Enjoy a standard 36-hour workweek for all full time staff. 
• Generous Holiday Entitlement – increasing with length of service (for non-casual roles).
• Hillingdon Sports & Leisure – Stay active and healthy with discounts at council owned leisure centres and swimming pools across the borough.
• Salary Sacrifice Schemes – option to join schemes for cycle purchase, electric vehicle leasing and additional voluntary pension contributions (subject to scheme rules).
• Cycle to Work – Eco-friendly commuting with our cycle purchase scheme. We also provide bicycle parking, lockers, and showers at the Civic Centre.
• Local Government Pension Scheme – access to Local Government Pension Scheme and membership to the Credit Union.
• Vivup Benefits – Access a variety of offers and discounts through our Vivup Benefits.
• Mental Health Support and Counselling Services – Our mental health first aiders are trained to identify, understand, and help employees experiencing mental health issues. Access free 24-hour confidential advice and counselling as well as a legal advice service for you and your immediate family.
• Travel Support – Make your daily commute easier with our season ticket loans and free car parking.  
  

• Enhanced DBS Check
• Qualifications Check
• 5 years of Referencing