Public Protection Officer (Offensive Weapons)

Public Protection Officer - Offensive Weapons Act Project Location: Romford (Hybrid Working) Hourly: £45 per hour (flexible for the right candidate) Duration: 3 month contract initially The Opportunity We're working with a local authority to recruit an experienced Public Protection Officer to lead a key project focused on the implementation of the Offensive Weapons Act. This is a standalone, high-impact role where you'll take ownership of a project designed to ensure local businesses understand and comply with evolving legislation. You'll have the autonomy to make a real difference, supported by senior oversight. The Role You'll lead on reviewing legislation, developing guidance, and ensuring businesses across the borough are fully compliant with requirements relating to offensive weapons. Key Responsibilities Project & Legislative Work Review the Offensive Weapons Act and current best practice Develop clear, practical guidance for businesses Support implementation of new compliance processesBusiness Engagement Build relationships with local businesses and stakeholders Work closely with Met Police and internal teams Ensure businesses understand: Legal requirements Sale restrictions and age verification lawsInspections & Enforcement Deliver a programme of inspections across the borough Carry out site visits to ensure compliance Work with Police on non-compliance and follow-up enforcement Complete desk based audits of business activity and online presence Intelligence & Analysis Use intelligence platforms to gather and analyse data Identify trends and risks Share insights and outcomes with the wider teamPartnership Working You'll collaborate closely with: Met Police Public Protection teams Challenge 25 lead officerSupporting key initiatives such as: Responsible retailer schemes Operation Sceptre (knife crime reduction)About You We're looking for someone who can genuinely hit the ground running and deliver results in a fast-paced project environment. You will have: Experience in Public Protection / enforcement Knowledge of the Offensive Weapons Act or similar legislation Strong stakeholder engagement skills Experience delivering inspections and ensuring compliance Ability to use intelligence platforms, analyse results and feed insights back to teamsKey Traits Able to produce results quickly Comfortable working independently in a standalone role Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Confident engaging with businesses and enforcement partners Adaptable within a flexible working environment Working Arrangements Hybrid working available Field-based work required for inspections and site visits Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explains how we will use your information - please copy and paste the following link in to your browser