Job Description
VACANCY
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INVESTIGATOR
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SALARY
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£39,767 - £45,472– (GRADE B2) STAFF WILL BE APPOINTED ON POINT 1 OF THE SCALE- £39,767
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STATUS
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2 years fixed term
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HOURS OF WORK
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35hours per week
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LOCATION
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Inverurie – working to a hybrid model of office and home with a requirement to travel across the North of Scotland and make visits to PIRC Hamilton office
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CLOSING DATE
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Sunday 18th October 2026
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The Police Investigations and Review Commissioner (PIRC) is currently seeking to recruit an Investigator on a 2-year fixed term contract, based in Inverurie. The post incorporates a blended hybrid working arrangement from an office in Inverurie and home working, but with a regular requirement to travel across the North of Scotlandand visit our Hamilton offices as necessary.
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The PIRC was established in 2013 and is responsible for carrying out independent investigations into incidents involving the police and independently reviewing the way the police handle complaints from the public.
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Our aim is to secure public confidence in policing in Scotland by supporting continuous improvement and promoting positive change.
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You will join an investigations team who will support the Commissioner and Head of Investigations in carrying out effective and efficient investigations into serious incidents involving the police in Scotland. These can include investigations into deaths in police custody, death or serious injury following contact with the police or other criminal allegations against the police. You will be required to be on-call, on a rota basis, and be prepared to work unsocial and extended hours and be prepared for overnight stays away from home, where required. An additional remuneration allowance is payable for this work.
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As an Investigator reporting to a Deputy Senior Investigator, you will be a member of a team carrying out independent investigations into the most significant incidents concerning the delivery of policing in Scotland.
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Investigator in Inverurie employer: Police Investigations And Review Commissioner
The Police Investigations and Review Commissioner (PIRC) is an excellent employer, offering a meaningful role as a Review Officer in Hamilton, where you can contribute to enhancing public confidence in policing in Scotland. With a commitment to employee growth, a supportive work culture, and the opportunity to engage in impactful investigations, PIRC fosters an environment that values continuous improvement and positive change. The hybrid working model further enhances work-life balance, making it an attractive place for dedicated professionals seeking rewarding employment.
Contact Details:
Police Investigations And Review Commissioner Recruitment Team
