Trading Standards Officer

Local Gov; Northallerton; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - GBP 48,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in North Yorkshire is seeking a Trading Standards Officer. This role involves investigating consumer complaints and leading complex cases. Responsibilities include mentoring the team and participating in a variety of projects. The job offers hybrid working opportunities and a range of benefits, including a local government pension scheme and career advancement packages. A solid background in trading standards is required for candidates.

Benefits

Local government pension scheme with 18.1% employer contribution

Salary sacrifice schemes

Modern flexible working practices

Learning and development packages

Career advancement opportunities

Employee discounts including shopping and gym

Green car and cycle schemes

Travel loans

Confidential health support

Qualifications

• Qualified trading standards officer with experience in various areas.
• Ability to lead complex investigations.
• Experience presenting cases in court.

Responsibilities

• Investigate complaints in multiple legislative areas.
• Lead complex investigations and mentor team members.
• Participate in the annual calibration program.

Skills

Qualified trading standards officer

Experience in investigations

Leadership and mentoring skills

Job description

Jobs

Trading Standards Officer

Salary: £42,839 - £47,181

Expires: 22/02/2026

Company: North Yorkshire Council

Location: Northallerton, North Yorkshire

Job Type: Full Time

Do you want to join a Trading Standards team serving the consumers and businesses in England’s largest county?

The Role

We are looking to recruit a trading standards officer to join our team, investigating complaints across multiple legislative areas. The daily work can be as varied as the beautiful landscapes you will be working in – doorstep crime, counterfeiting, motor crime, weights and measures and consumer safety.

The team conducts an annual programme of calibration at a major industrial site in the county. The team also administers the Safety Advisory Group so there will be the opportunity for the successful candidate to be involved in a variety of projects.

Hybrid working is available for this position, with our offices located in Northallerton.

Skills and Experience

The successful applicant will be a qualified trading standards officer, ideally with extensive experience in several areas.

You will be expected to lead on complex investigations and provide guidance and mentoring to develop the team. You will also have opportunity to present cases in the Magistrates’ court.

North Yorkshire Council supports staff through membership of CTSI which will allow you access to the CPPD scheme.

What we Offer

We are a strong performing authority, with supportive political leadership and talented teams providing the platform to have a fulfilling, challenging and successful career in a truly stunning place.

In addition to your salary, we offer a range of great benefits to help you financially and make life a bit easier.

These include:

• A local government pension scheme with 18.1% employer contribution
• Salary sacrifice schemes
• Modern flexible working practices
• Learning and development packages
• Career advancement opportunities
• Employee discount benefits including shopping and gym discounts
• Green car and cycle schemes
• Travel loans
• Health assured – confidential help and support for your wellbeing

Contact and Apply

For an informal discussion, please contact Jim McCluskey on 01609 534943 or [e-mail].

Applying is easy, simply click on apply now, register your details, remove your personal details from your CV and upload by midnight on Sunday 22 nd February 2026.

Key dates:

Closing date: 22 nd February 2026

To apply please click the Apply Now link below.