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: Through financial investigation, support Divisions / Forces in targeting criminals and assisting with financial enquiries. Identify and pursue opportunities for the recovery of criminal assets to disrupt criminal activity. Act as a point of reference for Divisional and Force-wide Officers regarding financial investigation. Prepare complex reports and statements by analysing and interpreting financial intelligence. Prepare prosecutor’s statements and present evidence at Court as a witness. Lead financial investigations of appropriate cases, particularly ‘criminal lifestyle’ offences. Develop financial profiles of selected subjects by analysing financial evidence and intelligence. Take responsibility for the financial aspect of designated operations. Identify opportunities for recovery of criminal assets through prosecution or civil recovery. Assess suitability of cases for application of appropriate orders under the Proceeds of Crime Act 2002. Prepare Investigative orders under the Proceeds of Crime Act 2002. Deliver training in financial investigation when required. Undertake other duties appropriate to the grade and character of work. Skills & Experience
Previous investigative experience, particularly in financial offences. Ability to produce clear, concise, and accurate reports suitable for court. Good oral communication skills for presenting evidence in court. Excellent interpersonal skills to maintain relationships with staff and the public. Ability to utilise software for report preparation. Able to assimilate and analyse large quantities of information. Good planning and time management skills. Knowledge of current legislation, including the Proceeds of Crime Act. Proficient in MS Office 365 applications. Full UK manual driving licence and willingness to travel. 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 support people to balance their life with work, encouraging flexible working. We take pride in looking after our people and 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 and supportive parental leave Financial and mental wellbeing guidance Discounted contributory healthcare scheme We are committed to being an anti-racist police service and value the differences that people bring from all backgrounds and communities. We encourage applications from all individuals.
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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: Through financial investigation, support Divisions / Forces in targeting criminals and assisting with financial enquiries. Identify and pursue opportunities for the recovery of criminal assets to disrupt criminal activity. Act as a point of reference for Divisional and Force-wide Officers regarding financial investigation. Prepare complex reports and statements by analysing and interpreting financial intelligence. Prepare prosecutor’s statements and present evidence at Court as a witness. Lead financial investigations of appropriate cases, particularly ‘criminal lifestyle’ offences. Develop financial profiles of selected subjects by analysing financial evidence and intelligence. Take responsibility for the financial aspect of designated operations. Identify opportunities for recovery of criminal assets through prosecution or civil recovery. Assess suitability of cases for application of appropriate orders under the Proceeds of Crime Act 2002. Prepare Investigative orders under the Proceeds of Crime Act 2002. Deliver training in financial investigation when required. Undertake other duties appropriate to the grade and character of work. Skills & Experience
Previous investigative experience, particularly in financial offences. Ability to produce clear, concise, and accurate reports suitable for court. Good oral communication skills for presenting evidence in court. Excellent interpersonal skills to maintain relationships with staff and the public. Ability to utilise software for report preparation. Able to assimilate and analyse large quantities of information. Good planning and time management skills. Knowledge of current legislation, including the Proceeds of Crime Act. Proficient in MS Office 365 applications. Full UK manual driving licence and willingness to travel. 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 support people to balance their life with work, encouraging flexible working. We take pride in looking after our people and 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 and supportive parental leave Financial and mental wellbeing guidance Discounted contributory healthcare scheme We are committed to being an anti-racist police service and value the differences that people bring from all backgrounds and communities. We encourage applications from all individuals.
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