Trading Standards Officer


Company:	ESSENTIAL EMPLOYMENT LTD
Salary:	£19.19 to £19.19 an hour
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Bolton, BL3 5DT
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Contract
Posting date:	21 Sept 2026
Closing date:	21 Oct 2026

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Summary

We are looking for a proactive and enthusiastic Trading Standards Officer to join a busy regulatory services team dedicated to protecting consumers, supporting legitimate businesses, and promoting fair trading.

In this role, you will undertake a range of Trading Standards activities, providing technical expertise in consumer protection, investigating complaints, carrying out inspections, and ensuring compliance with relevant legislation. You will play a key role in maintaining and promoting safe, healthy, and fair trading environments while delivering high-quality regulatory services.

Key Requirements:

Experience within Trading Standards, Consumer Protection, Regulatory Services, or a related enforcement environment.
Strong knowledge of consumer protection and trading standards legislation.
Experience conducting investigations, inspections, and compliance activities.
Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
Ability to manage a varied workload and deliver effective outcomes for consumers and businesses.

If you are interested in the role, please email your CV to Beth@essentialemploy.co.uk quoting the reference number. 000B 6385 / 1

Essential Employment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Essential Employment is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

All our roles may be subject to pre-employment checks including references so please be prepared

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