Trading Standards Team Leader

Directorate: Assurance and Public Protection Contract Type: Permanent Hours: 36 Salary: Level 1 Grade J £49,590 - £54,927 / Level 2 Grade K 58,239 - £63,690 Location: Hybrid / Colindale Closing Date: 2nd November 2026 Important Information for Current Barnet Council Employees Where possible, employees who have access to Oracle are encouraged to apply via the Opportunity Marketplace (Internal Career Site). This helps to ensure applications are correctly identified as internal and avoids potential delays during the recruitment process. About Barnet Council Barnet is a borough with much to be proud of. Our excellent schools, vibrant town centers, vast green spaces and diverse communities all help make it a great place to live and work. As a council we want to build on these strengths as we move into the future. We are growing and developing as an organisation to meet the challenges facing our borough and we are committed to working with partner organisations and residents to make Barnet even better. As an organisation, our staff are committed to Our Values: Learning to Improve, Caring, Inclusive, Collaborative – which drive everything we do. Overview 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) Suitable for an experienced Trading Standards professional looking to progress into a leadership role. Level 2 - Team Leader (Trading Standards Qualified and an Accredited Financial Investigator) Suitable for an Accredited Financial Investigator with experience of financial investigations and asset recovery under the Proceeds of Crime Act 2002 (POCA). About the Role You will provide operational leadership across a varied portfolio of Trading Standards, ensuring that investigations are conducted professionally, lawfully and effectively. You will supervise officers, allocate resources, monitor performance and act as a source of professional expertise on complex investigations. You will work closely with internal and external partners including law enforcement agencies, regulatory bodies, legal services and regional networks. The successful candidate will be passionate about protecting communities, delivering excellent outcomes for residents and supporting the professional development of staff. 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. Please click here to download the Job description for Level 1 - Team Leader (Trading Standards Qualified) . (Right-click and select “Open in new tab” so you can keep the job description open while completing your application) Please click here to download the Job description for Level 2 - Team Leader (Trading Standards Qualified and an Accredited Financial Investigator) . (Right-click and select “Open in new tab” so you can keep the job description open while completing your application) About you Level 1 - Team Leader (Trading Standards Qualified) Essential Requirements Trading Standards Qualification Framework qualification or Diploma in Trading Standards. Evidence of continuing professional development in T