Adecco
Public Protection Officer – Offensive Weapons Act Project
Location: Romford (Hybrid Working)
Hourly: £45 per hour (flexible for the right candidate)
Duration: 3 month contract initially
The Opportunity
We're working with a local authority to recruit an experienced Public Protection Officer to lead a key project focused on the implementation of the Offensive Weapons Act.
This is a standalone, high-impact role where you'll take ownership of a project designed to ensure local businesses understand and comply with evolving legislation. You'll have the autonomy to make a real difference, supported by senior oversight.
The Role
You'll lead on reviewing legislation, developing guidance, and ensuring businesses across the borough are fully compliant with requirements relating to offensive weapons.
Key Responsibilities
Project & Legislative Work
- Review the Offensive Weapons Act and current best practice
- Develop clear, practical guidance for businesses
- Support implementation of new compliance processes
Business Engagement
- Build relationships with local businesses and stakeholders
- Work closely with Met Police and internal teams
- Ensure businesses understand:
- Legal requirements
- Sale restrictions and age verification laws
Inspections & Enforcement
- Deliver a programme of inspections across the borough
- Carry out site visits to ensure compliance
- Work with Police on non-compliance and follow-up enforcement
- Complete desk based audits of business activity and online presence
Intelligence & Analysis
- Use intelligence platforms to gather and analyse data
- Identify trends and risks
- Share insights and outcomes with the wider team
Partnership Working
You'll collaborate closely with:
- Met Police
- Public Protection teams
- Challenge 25 lead officer
Supporting key initiatives such as:
- Responsible retailer schemes
- Operation Sceptre (knife crime reduction)
About You
We're looking for someone who can genuinely hit the ground running and deliver results in a fast-paced project environment.
You will have:
- Experience in Public Protection / enforcement
- Knowledge of the Offensive Weapons Act or similar legislation
- Strong stakeholder engagement skills
- Experience delivering inspections and ensuring compliance
- Ability to use intelligence platforms, analyse results and feed insights back to teams
Key Traits
- Able to produce results quickly
- Comfortable working independently in a standalone role
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Confident engaging with businesses and enforcement partners
- Adaptable within a flexible working environment
Working Arrangements
- Hybrid working available
- Field-based work required for inspections and site visits
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