RC7738- Senior Financial Investigator - Regional Economic Crime Unit External +7 Forces

RC7738- Senior Financial Investigator - Regional Economic Crime Unit External +7 Forces

Location: Ridings House, Wakefield

Salary: £44,700 - £48,459; plus, market factor increase of £9,127 (agreed until 31/05/27 then subject to review)

This vacancy is a regional role, advertised externally and to 7 forces. The role is open to accredited Financial Investigators to join the Yorkshire and Humber regional organised crime unit. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting the work of the Regional Economic Crime Unit (RECU) in the fight against serious organised crime. In this role, you will supervise a team that undertakes a wide breadth of complex investigations including confiscation and restraint, Proceeds of Crime Act 2002 Part 5 investigations and non conviction based High Court Civil investigations.

Responsibilities:

• Build, collaborate with and maintain effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including colleagues from across the Regional Organised Crime Unit, the regional police forces, the National Crime Agency, HMCTS, the regional prison estate and other law enforcement partners.
• Manage performance, attendance and wellbeing of staff in accordance with HR policies and procedures.
• Work flexible hours to meet operational requirements and travel as required across the region and throughout the UK.

Qualifications:

• Accredited Financial Investigator with a full UK/European driving license.
• Experienced background in financial investigation and working in an intelligence led policing environment.
• Ability to engage positively with partners and ensure compliance with relevant legislation and guidelines.

The successful candidate will be subject to advanced personal and financial vetting checks prior to appointment.

Benefits

• Flexible Working - any work pattern adapted to suit both the needs of the employer and the member of staff, including flexitime and optional purchase of additional annual leave.
• Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) - secure benefits with tax efficient savings and employer contributions.
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) - confidential service offering support for stress, anxiety, family, work related, debt and other legal matters.
• WYP Cycle 2Work Scheme - salary sacrifice scheme enabling staff to hire bicycles.
• Blue Light Card - discounts for NHS, emergency services, social care sector and armed forces members.

For more information about the role please contact: Financial Investigations Manager, Amanda Vento: Senior Financial Investigator Craig Law:

West Yorkshire Police is committed to improving the diversity of its workforce to better reflect the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from all minority groups and individuals who identify with one or more of the protected characteristics as defined by the Equality Act 2010.

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