Location
Central London, with opportunities to work in Birmingham or Teddington (Twickenham).

Hours
Development programme with an expectation of 60% office attendance and off-site visits as required.

Salary
£37,486 per annum plus £9,206 employer contribution towards the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme.

About the Role
Join the Office for Product Safety and Standards (OPSS), part of the Department for Business and Trade, to help protect people and places by ensuring product safety and regulatory compliance. As a Regulatory Enforcement Trainee, you will rotate through four different teams, gaining diverse experience in supporting businesses to comply with regulations and taking enforcement action where necessary. This role is part of a Level 4 Regulatory Compliance Officer apprenticeship programme, equivalent to the first year of a university degree, designed to develop future enforcement officers and leaders. You will contribute to investigations, support regulatory activities, build relationships with stakeholders, and develop your skills through continuous professional development and apprenticeship training. This is an exciting opportunity to work within a high-profile national regulator committed to making regulation an enabler of growth, innovation, and safety.

Experience
No prior office experience required. We welcome applications from school leavers, university graduates, and those seeking a career change. A strong interest in regulation and a commitment to continuous learning are essential.

About You
- Demonstrates a keen interest in developing a career in regulation.
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to understand complex legislation and technical information.
- Confident communicator, able to handle challenging conversations and build positive relationships.
- Effective team player who shares knowledge and works collaboratively.
- Excellent time and task management skills, able to meet deadlines and adapt to changing demands.
- Creative thinker who follows procedures carefully but can propose innovative solutions.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and adaptable to new digital tools.
- Holds or is actively working towards a full driving licence due to travel requirements.
- Willing to undertake all necessary training to develop as an effective regulator.
- Meets eligibility criteria for the apprenticeship programme.

Qualifications
- Must be aged 16 or older and not in full-time education.
- Must not be receiving funding for other learning programmes such as another apprenticeship or a degree.
- Must have been continuously resident in the UK/EEA for 3+ years or hold eligible residency status.
- Should not currently hold or be working towards a qualification in regulatory compliance or a similar subject at the same or higher level.
- A positive attitude and motivation to pursue a career in regulation are essential.