Vacancy Information
Division / Department - Specialist Crime
Grade - Grade 11
Status - Full Time
Contract Type - Permanent
Salary Grade Range - £39,813 - £43,920
Working Hours - 37.0 Hours per Week
Shift Allowance - No
Politically Restricted - No
Location - Horsham
The starting salary for this role will usually be at the bottom of the salary range and will be pro-rata if the working hours are less than full time.
The Role & Key Responsibilities
An opportunity has arisen in the Surrey and Sussex Police Specialist Crime Command, Economic Crime Unit as a Financial Investigator.
Status - Full Time. Part time and flexible working applications will be considered subject to meeting organisational requirements.
Trainee Financial Investigator Grade 10 moving to Grade 11 when fully qualified and competent. Grade 10 Salary Grade Range - £32,772 - £35,982 (Grade 11 Salary Grade Range - £38,007 - £41,928).
The successful candidate when suitably trained as part of the team will take part in overnight and weekend on call responsibilities.
The role is based within the Economic Crime Unit and will report to the Financial Investigation Manager or Detective Sergeant.
Key responsibilities:
* Support Divisions / Forces in targeting criminals and assisting with financial enquiries in major investigations.
* Identify and pursue opportunities for the recovery of criminal assets through confiscation and civil recovery powers.
* Act as a point of reference for Divisional and Force-wide Officers regarding financial investigations.
* Prepare complex reports and statements by obtaining, analysing and interpreting financial intelligence.
* Prepare prosecutor’s statements in connection with confiscation investigations and present evidence at Court.
* Lead financial investigations of appropriate cases, particularly ‘criminal lifestyle’ offences.
* Develop financial profiles of selected subjects, obtaining and analysing financial evidence.
* Take responsibility for the financial aspect of designated operations.
* Identify opportunities for recovery of criminal assets using part 5 powers.
* Assess suitability of cases for application of orders pursuant to the Proceeds of Crime Act 2002.
* Prepare Investigative orders under the Proceeds of Crime Act 2002.
* Deliver training in all aspects of financial investigation as required.
* Undertake other duties appropriate to the grade and character of work.
Skills & Experience
* Previous investigative experience, ideally in relation to financial offences.
* Ability to produce clear, concise, and accurate reports suitable for court.
* Good oral communication skills to present evidence in court.
* Excellent interpersonal skills to maintain relationships with staff and public.
* Ability to utilise software for report preparation and analysis.
* Able to assimilate and analyse large quantities of information.
* Good planning, organising and time management skills.
* Knowledge of current legislation related to financial investigations.
* Proficient in the use of MS Office 365 applications.
* Willingness to travel dependent on operational needs.
If non-qualified as an accredited financial investigator, the contract will be subject to a learning/training agreement.
Desirable Skills and Experience:
* Fully NCA accredited financial investigator with current Part 2, 5 and 8 powers.
* Partially NCA accredited financial investigator.
* NCA accredited financial intelligence officer.
* Knowledge or experience of police systems and procedures.
Why Work With Us?
Policing is an exciting 24/7 business and we encourage flexible working.
We offer a variety of benefits;
* career progression
* contributory pension scheme (LGPS)
* generous annual leave allowance
* discounts for everyday spend
* on-site gyms and a range of sports clubs
* generous parental leave
* financial and mental wellbeing guidance and support
* discounted contributory healthcare scheme
Further Information
For further information or to discuss the role please contact:
Stephen Hollingshead - Tel 07733 328186
Emily Denyer - Tel 07773487500
Diversity Statement
We value diversity and strive to ensure our services and recruitment are open and accessible to all.
Additional Information
Following submission of your application you will receive a confirmation email. Please check your spam/junk folders regularly.
This post is being advertised in parallel with Force redeployment processes.
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