Financial Investigation and Asset Recovery is comprised of a number of teams performing different functions to disrupt the most Serious and Organised Crime by way of economic crime investigation and asset denial.
This is an exciting opportunity to join the Asset, Confiscation and Enforcement (ACE) team as a Financial Investigator, utilising powers under the Proceeds of Crime Act (PoCA) to enforce confiscation orders granted by the court and to also investigate uplifts under S22 of the Act. There will also be an opportunity to conduct Cash, Account Freezing and Listed Asset investigations under Part 5 of PoCA. The successful candidate will work in partnership with our partner agencies.
The post holder is to have proven investigative skills in order to trace the derivation of assets, prepare cases for court, write detailed reports and present evidence in court.
We are seeking candidates with excellent oral and written communications skills who can develop partnerships and collaborate with investigators, Lawyers and Barristers. Candidates should also have a strong attention to detail and analytical skills. Candidates must be self-motivated, well organised (preparing case files and dealing with large volumes of material), and be prepared to work on lengthy complex investigations.
Preference is for the post holder to be a fully accredited as a Financial Investigator (FIO, FI, Confiscator, CRiSP, Restraint, S.47). Should the post holder not be fully accredited they will be required to complete the relevant entrants exam and training, and thereafter submit the respective PDP to attain full accreditation with the NCA Proceeds of Crime Centre (PoCC).
Please note that this role is part of a national, regional and local network and as a result you may be required to travel for business purposes mainly across the South East region and occasionally throughout the UK. Therefore, the successful candidate will require a full UK driving licence.
Due to the nature of our work, security is of paramount importance to us and therefore it will be necessary to pass and maintain vetting level SC. In order to achieve this, you must have resided in the UK for the past five years. Exemptions apply for overseas or other diplomatic service (with HM Government), and studying abroad.
You can find more information about security vetting here.
How to Apply
To apply, click on the “Apply” button below and submit your application before the closing date of Sunday 7th June at 23:55hrs.
At SEROCU we are committed to reflecting the communities we serve. We value diversity and encourage applications from our under-represented groups.
Our people say that benefits include a good work/life balance, a supportive and welcoming place to work and excellent terms including a generous pension scheme and annual leave entitlement.
If you have any questions about the role, please contact RecruitmentSE@thamesvalley.police.uk quoting the Job Reference number 23540.
The leadership within CTPSE and SEROCU are actively committed to embedding and sustaining an inclusive culture that recognises and champions the diversity of our people, and promotes equity and equality so that everyone can succeed at work. The region is delivering this commitment through a long term strategy that takes a holistic and intersectional approach to wellbeing & inclusion. Our strategy is underpinned by the five strategic objectives;
Inclusive Culture – We will create, embed, and continually develop an inclusive culture for our people.
Engaged & Involved – We will ensure our people are engaged, involved, and listened to.
Wellbeing – We will prioritise the wellbeing of our people.
Representation – We will attract, recruit, retain and develop a diverse workforce.
Inclusive by Design – We will ensure that inclusion is a core principle of our policies, products, and decisions.
We welcome applications from those interested in part time and flexible working, and encourage applications from our under represented communities.
Our people say that benefits include a good work/life balance, a supportive and welcoming place to work and excellent terms including a generous pension scheme and annual leave entitlement.
IMPORTANT: If you are already a Thames Valley Police (TVP) member of staff and you have been in your post for less than twelve months, your application must be supported by your line manager. We will require written confirmation from your line manager in order to proceed.
Shift allowance, on-call or other job related allowances from your previous role will not be protected unless they are attached to the new role.
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