Integrity Investigator

The FA is searching for an Integrity Investigator to join on a permanent contract. The successful applicant will investigate possible breaches of FA Rules and Regulations relating to the integrity of the game, as well as ensuring participants are educated in relation to matters affecting the integrity of the game. Please note that there is also another Integrity Investigator role currently advertised which is the same role, but on a 6‑month fixed‑term contract. Should you also wish to apply to that role, please do submit a separate application, but do feel free to copy and paste your answers to the Supporting Information questions.

Responsibilities

• Proactively and reactively conduct investigations into alleged breaches of FA Rules relating to areas including discrimination, financial misconduct, betting, match‑fixing, third‑party ownership, media/social media comments, safeguarding, anti‑doping and breaches of FA Regulations relating to agents.
• Conduct investigative interviews and thorough reviews of all available evidence in relation to alleged breaches of FA Rules.
• Prepare detailed case files for prosecution.
• Ensure effective and thorough case‑file management for all investigations.
• Work in conjunction with other members of the Integrity Team to identify and overcome emerging threats to the integrity of the game.
• Make recommendations on how investigations strategy and practice can be enhanced and made more timely and efficient.
• Ensure that best practice is followed and further developed in relation to investigations into misconduct.
• Input into policy development in relation to policies and procedures concerning integrity issues.
• Contribute to the delivery of the Integrity department\’s education provision.
• Execute additional tasks as required to meet the FA\’s changing priorities.
• Comply with all company policies and procedures to ensure that the highest standards of health, safety and well‑being can be maintained.

Qualifications

• Experience of the conduct and management of in‑depth investigations.
• Experience of multi‑jurisdictional investigations and collaborative working across agencies.
• Significant professional investigation experience.
• Strong presentation skills.
• Experience of case‑file preparation and management.
• Experience of intelligence handling and processing confidential and sensitive information.
• Ability to manage own workload of varied investigations.
• Established professional experience of investigative interviewing.
• Excellent written communication and report writing skills and a keen eye for detail.
• Good knowledge of English football including the professional and semi‑professional game and the non‑league pyramid.

Beneficial to have

• Legal experience gained working in a regulatory law environment.
• Financial Investigations qualification or significant experience.
• Nationally recognised investigative qualification.
• Knowledge of sports betting.
• Proven ability to work with high‑profile stakeholders with conflicting needs.
• Experience providing investigative advice and guidance to others.
• Proficient in use of Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

Working arrangement and DBS

We are working within a hybrid working model whereby the expectation is to work from your contractual location for part of the week, and as and when required by the team. The remaining days can be worked remotely. We will continue to monitor this model, and it may be adjusted in future if deemed necessary. The contractual location of this role can be found on the FA Careers page.

As part of the FA\’s commitment to ensuring a safe environment for everyone in football, every employee will be required to complete a DBS check. The level of the check required will be based on the activity of the specific job role and in line with legislation and government guidance.

Equal Opportunity and Diversity Statement

We are a diverse workplace, aspiring to represent football across the country. The Football Association actively promotes inclusion and diversity, encouraging you to be the best version of yourself at work. We welcome applications from everyone and are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. If you have any particular requirements in respect of the recruitment or interview process, please mention this during your application.

What\’s in it for you?

We are committed to ensuring everyone can flourish in their roles, to achieve this we have unique office spaces under the arch of the iconic Wembley National Stadium, which is the home of English Football. We are also delighted to offer a world‑class, Elite Performance Centre, St. George\’s Park in Staffordshire, an exceptional setting to develop and inspire high‑performing England teams and leaders.

Benefits

• Access to event‑day tickets at Wembley Stadium, alongside a host of regular internal events throughout the season, encouraging you to connect and learn with your colleagues and look after your mental health and well‑being.
• Free, nutritious lunches at Wembley Stadium and St. George\’s Park.
• Free private medical cover.
• A contributory pension scheme.
• An additional \’Thank You\’ days leave, volunteering days as well as 25 days annual leave (based on a full‑time, permanent contract).
• A hybrid working model which offers greater flexibility.