Description
We are seeking an experienced and motivated Team Leader to lead a high-performing Trading Standards team. This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious professional to drive complex investigations, safeguard residents, tackle financial crime, and support the development of a skilled enforcement team.
The role is available at two levels:
- Level 1: Team Leader (Trading Standards Qualified)
- Level 2: Team Leader (Trading Standards Qualified and an Accredited Financial Investigator)
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead, supervise and develop a team of investigators and enforcement officers.
- Oversee complex criminal and civil investigations from intelligence development through to prosecution.
- Manage operational risk, performance and case quality.
- Provide professional advice on investigation strategy, evidence gathering and enforcement options.
- Build effective partnerships with regional and national agencies.
- Support service planning, performance management and continuous improvement.
- Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, codes of practice and corporate policies.
- Represent the service at court, meetings and multi-agency forums.
- Contribute to strategic priorities and service development.
Essential Requirements:
- Trading Standards Qualification Framework qualification or Diploma in Trading Standards.
- Evidence of continuing professional development in Trading Standards, enforcement.
- Significant experience of undertaking complex Trading Standards investigations and enforcement activity.
- Experience of supervising, leading or mentoring enforcement staff.
- Extensive knowledge of Trading Standards legislation, enforcement powers, codes of practice and associated regulatory frameworks.
- Experience of preparing prosecution files and presenting evidence in court.
- Experience of developing and delivering intelligence-led enforcement projects.
- Ability to manage competing priorities and make sound operational decisions.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
What we offer:
- 31 days annual leave, plus public and bank holidays.
- Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme.
- A comprehensive Flexible Working Policy.
- A vast range of lifestyle discounts.
- Broad range of payroll benefits.
- Excellent training and development opportunities.
- Employee well-being training programs.