Civilian Investigator - Special Enquiry Team (SET) - 01
Vacancy Reference Number: 21789
Number of Vacancies: 1
Location: Putney
Building: JUBILEE HOUSE PUTNEY
Band: Band D
Part/Full Time: Full Time
36 hours per week
Type of Contract: Permanent
Salary: Starting at £40,519 total (£37,510 basic + £3,009 allowances)
Duties and Responsibilities
Lead day‑to‑day investigative activity under Police Investigator Programme Level 2 (PIP 2) accreditation, exercising designated powers to interview suspects, search premises, and secure evidence, ensuring all actions comply with legislation and policy.
Plan and conduct investigations into allegations of electoral fraud and political malpractice, gathering, preserving, and presenting evidence to support criminal justice proceedings.
Prepare, conduct, and document formal interviews with suspects, victims, and witnesses, securing accurate testimony that contributes to case progression.
Liaise with victims and complainants to provide updates, manage expectations, and ensure victim care is integrated into the investigative process.
Analyse intelligence and data from open-source platforms and MPS systems to identify investigative opportunities and risks, producing succinct reports to inform decision‑making.
Manage documentation, exhibits, and case files in line with chain‑of‑custody and disclosure requirements, ensuring accuracy and continuity.
Draft clear, analytical reports and case files for submission to the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) and other criminal justice partners, enabling prosecution decisions.
Build effective relationships with oversight bodies (Electoral Commission, IPSA, Parliamentary Standards Commissioner) to exchange information and ensure coordinated investigation outcomes.
Identify, assess, and escape risks associated with politically sensitive or high‑profile enquiries, ensuring proportionate mitigation measures are in place.
Work flexibly within a small team, supporting colleagues and adapting to changing investigative priorities to achieve timely and robust outcomes.
Qualifications and Experience
Knowledge of investigative legislation, policies, and procedures, including the Representation of People Act 1983, Political Parties, Elections and Referendums Act 2000, and associated criminal law.
Understanding of evidence management and disclosure obligations within criminal investigations.
Awareness of data protection considerations in handling sensitive personal and political data.
Skilled in conducting and recording PIP 2 accredited interviews with suspects, victims, and witnesses.
Ability to analyse and interpret complex information, distilling it into accurate, concise, and evidentially robust reports.
Proficient communication skills (written and verbal) with the ability to explain complex matters clearly to varied audiences including senior officials and external regulators.
Ability to manage sensitive information with discretion, sound judgement, and integrity.
Experience of managing complex and sensitive investigations, applying investigative techniques to secure outcomes in line with legal and policy requirements.
Experience of working with oversight or regulatory bodies (e.g. CPS, Electoral Commission, Parliamentary Standards authorities) in progressing investigations.
Designated powers (search, interview, evidence‑gathering) under police staff investigator framework.
Essential Criteria
Accredited Professionalising Investigation Programme (PIP) Level 2 is a mandatory qualification for this role.
Benefits
Annual leave entitlement of 28 days plus
Vacancy Reference Number: 21789
Number of Vacancies: 1
Location: Putney
Building: JUBILEE HOUSE PUTNEY
Band: Band D
Part/Full Time: Full Time
36 hours per week
Type of Contract: Permanent
Salary: Starting at £40,519 total (£37,510 basic + £3,009 allowances)
Duties and Responsibilities
Lead day‑to‑day investigative activity under Police Investigator Programme Level 2 (PIP 2) accreditation, exercising designated powers to interview suspects, search premises, and secure evidence, ensuring all actions comply with legislation and policy.
Plan and conduct investigations into allegations of electoral fraud and political malpractice, gathering, preserving, and presenting evidence to support criminal justice proceedings.
Prepare, conduct, and document formal interviews with suspects, victims, and witnesses, securing accurate testimony that contributes to case progression.
Liaise with victims and complainants to provide updates, manage expectations, and ensure victim care is integrated into the investigative process.
Analyse intelligence and data from open-source platforms and MPS systems to identify investigative opportunities and risks, producing succinct reports to inform decision‑making.
Manage documentation, exhibits, and case files in line with chain‑of‑custody and disclosure requirements, ensuring accuracy and continuity.
Draft clear, analytical reports and case files for submission to the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) and other criminal justice partners, enabling prosecution decisions.
Build effective relationships with oversight bodies (Electoral Commission, IPSA, Parliamentary Standards Commissioner) to exchange information and ensure coordinated investigation outcomes.
Identify, assess, and escape risks associated with politically sensitive or high‑profile enquiries, ensuring proportionate mitigation measures are in place.
Work flexibly within a small team, supporting colleagues and adapting to changing investigative priorities to achieve timely and robust outcomes.
Qualifications and Experience
Knowledge of investigative legislation, policies, and procedures, including the Representation of People Act 1983, Political Parties, Elections and Referendums Act 2000, and associated criminal law.
Understanding of evidence management and disclosure obligations within criminal investigations.
Awareness of data protection considerations in handling sensitive personal and political data.
Skilled in conducting and recording PIP 2 accredited interviews with suspects, victims, and witnesses.
Ability to analyse and interpret complex information, distilling it into accurate, concise, and evidentially robust reports.
Proficient communication skills (written and verbal) with the ability to explain complex matters clearly to varied audiences including senior officials and external regulators.
Ability to manage sensitive information with discretion, sound judgement, and integrity.
Experience of managing complex and sensitive investigations, applying investigative techniques to secure outcomes in line with legal and policy requirements.
Experience of working with oversight or regulatory bodies (e.g. CPS, Electoral Commission, Parliamentary Standards authorities) in progressing investigations.
Designated powers (search, interview, evidence‑gathering) under police staff investigator framework.
Essential Criteria
Accredited Professionalising Investigation Programme (PIP) Level 2 is a mandatory qualification for this role.
Benefits
Annual leave entitlement of 28 days plus
