Trading Standards Officer

6‑Month Contract | Hybrid Working (3 Days On‑Site) We are currently working with a well‑established South Coast Local Authority to appoint an experienced Trading Standards Officer on an initial 6‑month contract. This is a hands‑on role suited to officers who are confident managing a varied Trading Standards caseload and supporting core regulatory functions. The Role You will work as part of the Trading Standards team, delivering frontline enforcement and advisory work, including: * Investigating and enforcing Trading Standards legislation * Dealing with consumer protection, unfair trading, and business compliance issues * Conducting inspections, investigations, and evidence gathering * Preparing case files and supporting formal enforcement action where required * Providing advice to businesses and consumers * Working collaboratively with internal teams and external partners Experience in Food Standards is desirable but not essential