At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead undercover operations to tackle underage sales of knives and corrosive products.
- Company: Join a dedicated team focused on community safety and compliance.
- Benefits: Gain valuable experience in law enforcement and project management.
- Other info: Opportunity to work closely with police and legal authorities.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in your community by preventing serious violence.
- Qualifications: Experience in investigations or compliance, with a passion for public safety.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
We are looking for an experienced Trading Standards Enforcement Officer to deliver a project under the Offensive Weapons Act. The Offensive Weapons Act 2019 mandates local Trading Standards to enforce legislation restricting the sale and delivery of age-restricted items. The role focuses heavily on tackling underage knife and acid sales, ensuring online retail compliance, and executing compliance visits.
Core Responsibilities
- Undercover Operations: Organizing and conducting test purchasing operations with underage volunteers to monitor over-the-counter and online retailers.
- Compliance & Enforcement: Auditing businesses and delivery companies to ensure they have robust age-verification procedures and 'due diligence' systems in place for knives and corrosive products.
- Investigations: Building criminal case files, issuing improvement notices, seizing illegal items, and gathering evidence for prosecutions against non-compliant sellers and delivery firms.
- Business Advice: Delivering guidance to local retailers, business owners, and remote sellers to ensure they understand their legal duties under the OWA.
- Stakeholder Collaboration: Partnering closely with the Police, Violence Reduction Units, and the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) to suppress serious violence.
Essential Requirements for the Role
- Enforcement Experience: Background in criminal investigations, consumer law, or regulatory compliance.
- Qualifications: The successful candidate will ideally be working toward a Trading Standards qualification (e.g., Diploma in Trading Standards, Trading Standards Practitioner Apprenticeship).
- Legislative Knowledge: Strong understanding of the Offensive Weapons Act 2019, Criminal Justice Act 1988, and relevant age-restriction regulations.
- Project Management: Ability to plan, resource, and execute targeted enforcement projects funded by government grants.
Offensive Weapons Project Officer in London employer: Kenyon Block Consultants Ltd
Kenyon Block Consultants Ltd is an exceptional employer located in the East Midlands, offering a dynamic work environment that fosters professional growth and development. Employees benefit from a supportive culture that encourages collaboration and innovation, alongside opportunities to engage in meaningful projects that directly impact community services. With a focus on compliance and regulatory excellence, this role not only enhances your career but also allows you to contribute to vital service initiatives.
Contact Details:
Kenyon Block Consultants Ltd Recruitment Team
