Regulatory Services Officer
| Posting date: | 22 August 2025 |
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| Salary: | £46,142.0 to £52,413.0 per year |
| Additional salary information: | £46,142-£52,413 |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 29 August 2025 |
| Location: | Southend-On-Sea, Essex, SS26ER |
| Company: | Hays Specialist Recruitment |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 4718313_1755862189 |
Summary
Your New Company
Join a forward-thinking local authoritycommitted to protecting public health, safety, and the environment. TheRegulatory Services team plays a vital role in ensuring compliance across awide range of sectors, working collaboratively with internal departments,external partners, and the wider community to deliver high-quality services.
Your New Role
As a Regulatory Services Officer, you'lltake the lead on complex regulatory functions including inspections,investigations, enforcement actions, and project coordination. You'll act as aspecialist in designated areas, supervise colleagues, and contribute tocorporate initiatives. The role involves out-of-hours work, including eveningsand weekends, and requires you to represent the council in formal hearings andlegal proceedings. You'll also help shape policy frameworks and provide expertadvice to businesses, residents, and internal teams.
What You'll Need to Succeed
To thrive in this role, you'll need:
- A professional qualification in a relevant Regulatory Services discipline.
- Membership or affiliation with a recognised professional body and evidence of ongoing CPD.
- Strong knowledge of regulatory legislation, investigation procedures, and policy frameworks.
- Experience in complex criminal investigations, project leadership, and staff supervision.
- Confidence in enforcement actions, including issuing notices and attending court hearings.
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
- A proactive, adaptable, and collaborative approach to work.
- The ability to travel within the borough and work flexible hours.
An Enhanced DBS check is required for thisposition.
What You'll Get in Return
- A dynamic and supportive working environment.
- Opportunities to lead meaningful projects and influence service delivery.
- Professional development and training.
- The chance to make a real impact in your community.
- Competitive salary and benefits aligned with local government standards.
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
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