Investigations Officer (Des) - SWROCU in Almondsbury

The South West Regional Organised Crime Unit (SWROCU) is looking for Investigations Officer (Designated) keen to progress their career within the Regional Economic and Cyber Crime Unit (RECCU) Team. Investigators on the Economic Crime Investigation Team (ECIT) within the RECCU can deal with a diverse range of organised financial crime investigations including unique methodologies used by organised crime groups involved in Fraud and Money Laundering.

Criminal cases are regularly adopted by the team in accordance with the control strategy and, amongst other activities, regularly involves tackling professional enablers that provide crime groups with the infrastructure to conceal the proceeds of crime. The team works closely with a number of capabilities across the SWROCU as well as with partner agencies. Work will take investigators across borders within the region and sometimes nationally. ECIT Investigators are encouraged to develop their expertise around key legislation such as the Proceeds of Crime Act 2002 and share their knowledge.

SWROCU is a collaboration of police officers and police staff from the five South West regional forces. We’re part of a national network of nine ROCUs covering England and Wales. We have more than 20 capabilities that staff and officers work in to Pursue offenders, Protect and Prepare individuals and organisations, and Prevent people from engaging in serious and organised crime. Our capabilities are here to advise, to assist, or to fully adopt investigations. We work with local forces and national partners to target and disrupt criminals posing the greatest risk of Serious and Organised Criminality (SOC). This includes offenders involved in cyber threats, economic crime, drug conspiracies, modern slavery and human trafficking, and child sexual abuse and exploitation.

We’re looking for committed people with the right skillset – or ambition to develop that skillset – to join us.

What we can offer you:

• Continuous professional development – we encourage and support career growth, giving you the opportunity of a flourishing career.
• Well-being support – we have many support mechanisms in place to assist in improving your personal health and wellbeing.

Skills, experience and qualifications required:

• Qualifications: PIP Level 2 accredited
• Hold a full current driving licence and be prepared to become a force authorised driver.
• Demonstrably strong computer literacy
• Proven experience of researching, gathering and analysing information, with the ability to apply a methodical and confident approach to their analysis
• Experience of preparing detailed reports/statements and written documentation with a particular attention to detail
• Proven experience of undertaking and supporting investigations, including identifying lines of enquiry, interviewing witnesses and managing exhibits
• Experience of liaising with a range of departments, organisations and/or agencies to progress work activities.
• Strong working knowledge and understanding of the legislation and national guidelines appropriate to surveillance and investigations i.e. RIPA, PACE, CPIA

Recruitment and Selection:

Recruitment webinar: Friday 25th September 2026 at 1pm. Hosted by the capability lead or a member of their team, this is an opportunity to find out more about the role, the team you would be part of, and ask any questions.

The closing date for receipt of applications is: Monday 5th October 2026 at 9am. Shortlisting will take place week commencing: Monday 5th October 2026 at 9am. Interviews will be held week commencing: Monday 12th October 2026.

Additional Information:

This post is subject to a higher security clearance at MV and SC – Management Vetting and Security Clearance Level. To be eligible to apply for this role you must have a five-year ‘checkable history’ in the UK – ideally this means that you would have been resident in the UK for the last five years. In accordance with the National Vetting Policy, SWROCU are committed to safeguarding and operate safer recruitment processes, to ensure a police service that employees are proud to work for because they feel safe, valued and part of a happy and supportive work environment. All employees and volunteers therefore will be subject to background checks including vetting and references.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion:

SWROCU is working hard to increase diversity and inclusion where communities are currently under-represented including Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) communities, people of all ages, abilities, faiths, religions, gender, LGBTQ+ communities and those from disadvantaged or marginalised backgrounds who share our values and wish to make a difference to the communities we serve. All applications will be treated on merit, based on the evidence provided in your application and suitability for the role you have applied for.

Flexible and Part Time Working:

All requests for flexible working patterns and part-time working will be considered and be dependent on the role, this includes job shares and part-time hours. There is an expectation that employees will attend their designated hub for at least 40% of their contracted working time. For employees working reduced or part-time hours, this requirement will be applied on a pro rata basis.

Travel to Work Protocol:

This is an incentive whereby staff working for SWROCU may be able to claim compensation for travelling to work if they meet a set criteria.

Pension Benefit:

A pension that grows with you, whatever stage you’re at. Alongside your salary, you’ll be enrolled in the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS), administered by Peninsula Pensions. This is a high-quality defined benefit pension, providing a secure, inflation-linked income for life, based on your earnings and length of service.

Diversity & Inclusion:

Diversity is a strength and individuality is an asset. We recognise the benefit different life experience and perspectives can bring.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications. We encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible to ensure their application is considered.

Blended Working/ Hybrid Working: Avon and Somerset Police encourage flexible working where operationally possible. This role has been identified as a blended role. The successful candidate for this role will have the opportunity to work from home whilst also at a secondary work location, which will be a police premises. The successful applicant will have the option to discuss working arrangements with their line manager. All applicants must reside within the UK.