Role Overview
Trading Standards Officer X2 – full‑time, permanent, hybrid workplace at Guildhall, City of London. This role supports the City’s trading standards functions, enforcing legislation, protecting consumers and working with partner agencies.
Key Responsibilities
- Enforce trading standards legislation across the City of London.
- Investigate and address rogue traders and investment scams that threaten the City’s reputation.
- Collaborate closely with the City of London Police and other partner agencies.
- Develop and implement projects that address contemporary trading standards issues.
- Provide guidance and support to businesses to ensure compliance with trading standards.
Qualifications
- Dynamic individual with solid enforcement experience across the full range of trading standards legislation.
- Recognised trading standards qualification preferred.
- Alternatively, considerable relevant knowledge and experience will be considered.
- Standard level of DBS required; no security vetting is required but a successful applicant must obtain an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service check.
Salary & Working Hours
Salary range: £49,140 – £66,670 (inclusive of London weighting). Contract: 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 9:15am – 5:00pm with a 45‑minute unpaid lunch break.
Benefits
- 35‑hour working week.
- Annual leave entitlement and flexible weekend working where possible.
- CTSI subscription paid and CPPD support.
EEO & Accessibility
The City of London Corporation is committed to Equal Opportunities and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. The advert may be closed earlier if there is a high number of applications. Support for applicants with disabilities (including a minicom service) is available.
Closing and Interviews
Closing date: 16July202623:59pm. Interviews: 27–29July2026.
Contact Details:
The City of London Corporation Recruitment Team
