Job Introduction

Job Introduction:

As an ACU Lead Investigator, you will be welcomed into a dynamic and inclusive investigative team working in the field of Anti-Corruption. The IOPC is on a journey to develop its culture, perspectives and ethos to support the organisation’s core outcomes and this is your opportunity to enter into the varied world of IOPC investigations, allowing you to develop your mindset and approaches to contribute to improving the police complaints system in England and Wales.

As an ACU lead investigator you will be working predominantly in the covert policing sphere and will be responsible for leading and providing direction, control and oversight of sensitive, high risk and often complex investigations. The role is also key to building positive working relationships with stakeholders, for identifying and sharing good practice and for improving the quality and impact of our work.

Please note, that in order to be successfully hired for the role of ACU Lead Investigator you will need to pass SC Clearance.

Part of this clearance will require you to be able to demonstrate you have resided in the UK consecutively for the past 5 years.

We'll assess you against these Senior Executive Officer (SEO) Level behaviours during the selection process:

Making Effective Decisions

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Throughout the recruitment process we will also assess your Experience, Strengths and Values.

As part of the application process, you will be asked to complete 3 Sift Questions based on the essential criteria.

Anticipated assessment and interview dates are estimated to take place Late July onwards.

Main Responsibility

Leading independent IOPC Anti-Corruption investigations in England and Wales including making strategic investigative decisions, conducting a range of investigative tasks, completing investigative reports, and ensuring investigations are conducted in line with legislation and procedure.

Providing direction and control of directed, supervised, and managed investigations in England and Wales including setting the scope of investigations, negotiating the investigative strategies and quality assuring throughout.

Engaging with assigned policing areas in order to improve working relationships and engagement with stakeholders, upskilling stakeholders on IOPC practice and improving the quality and volume of covert referrals.

Sharing and promote learning in the field of covert investigations at both the strategic and operational levels and acting as a single point of contact between policing areas to share learning and best practice both internally and externally.

Collaborating with stakeholders to manage risk in the highly confidential field of Anti-Corruption, escalating when appropriate.

Please refer to the Job Description for full role responsibilities.

The Ideal Candidate

The Ideal Candidate:

Essential

• Essential: Qualification, Accreditation and/or experience in Covert Law Enforcement

• Essential: Good general education [minimum two A levels or equivalent]

• Essential: Driving licence valid for driving in England & Wales

• Desirable: Covert Authorities Trained/Accredited

Experience

Managing covert tactics to gather intelligence and evidence.
Managing covert investigations through to an overt outcome.
Applying for authority to achieve covert deployments.
Managing and influencing external stakeholders and forming ongoing professional relationships.
Quality assurance of work, internally and externally.
Making effective decisions based on analysis of existing and emerging information.
Evidence of effective oral and written communication skills including report writing.
Experience of engaging effectively with a diverse range of internal and external stakeholders
Delivering a high standard of work within demanding timescales
Identification and managing operational, organisational, and strategic risk.
Working effectively in a changing environment.

Skills and Abilities

Ability to show initiative and adapt in a changing covert law enforcement and Anti-Corruption environment.
Ability to recognise the development needs of yourself and be proactive in addressing them.
Ability to prioritise and manage tasks effectively to deliver quality outcomes within demanding timescales.
Ability to work effectively in a team with diverse ideas and people.
Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing and adapt communication styles as appropriate.
Ability to analyse complex information, identify the key issues and make effective decisions.
Demonstrates the confidence and ability to cope with challenging situations.
Ability to identify and respond to the diverse needs of individual and stakeholder groups.

We believe that diverse perspectives contribute to a more innovative and dynamic workplace. We actively encourage applications from individuals who are typically under-represented or disadvantaged in society. This includes women, people from ethnically diverse backgrounds, parents and carers, and disabled candidates, including neurodiverse candidates.

We are committed to providing equal opportunities for all applicants and creating an inclusive environment where diverse perspectives are valued and supported.

The role requires clearance to [BPSS / SC / DV]

National security vetting: clearance levels - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)

Reasonable Adjustments:

The IOPC is a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we want to help you demonstrate your full potential whatever type of assessment is used. We are open to providing you with the tools you need to succeed. Whilst this list is not exhaustive, please see potential reasonable adjustments below that we can provide:

Extra time for presentations or interview questions
Formatting changes such as colours for text or background on written assignments
Questions presented in writing during interviews

If you require any reasonable adjustments to our recruitment process, please email recruitment@policeconduct.gov.uk

Package Description

What we Offer:

27.5 days paid annual leave (increasing with service to 32.5 days)
Options to carry over, buy or sell annual leave
Voluntary Health Cash Plan provided by BHSF
Civil Service pension
Civil Service maternity leave package
PAM employee assistance programme
Access to Civil Service Sports Council (CSSC) membership
Cycle to work scheme
Opportunity to enjoy the latest home and electronics in a more affordable way provided by Vivup
Car Leasing Scheme
Staff Networks focussed on each of the protected characteristics - run for staff, by staff: Enable Network, Age Network, Welsh Network, Pride and LGBTQ+ Network, Sex and Family Network, Race, Religion and Belief Network
Learning and development tailored to your role.
An environment with flexible working options
A culture encouraging inclusion and diversity

Additional Information:

Any move to the Independent Office for Police Conduct from another employer will mean you can no longer access childcare vouchers. This includes moves between government departments. You may, however, be eligible for other government schemes, including Tax Free Childcare. Determine your eligibility at https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk

Emotional Consideration:

In performing this role, you will have regular exposure to distressing material which will likely be impactful, traumatic and challenging. Given the nature of the work, it is also possible that you will have contact with individuals who are experiencing extreme distress. The IOPC recognises this and offers all staff a range of wellbeing provisions, including TRiM (Trauma Risk Management), peer-to-peer support, a dedicated Wellbeing Advisor, and access to free confidential counselling. All staff are strongly encouraged to proactively access and engage with the support available. If you would like to speak about this element of the role with somebody already doing similar work at the IOPC please contact recruitment@policeconduct.gov.uk and this can be arranged.

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About the Company

Be yourself:

The IOPC is committed to promoting equality and valuing diversity in everything we do. Our vision is to be, and to be seen as, a leader in inclusive employment and services, demonstrating this ethos in everything that we do.

As a silver standard Stonewall employer, we continue to commit to being an LGBTQ+ employer through the work of our Pride LGBTQ+ Staff Network, creating welcoming environments for lesbian, gay, bi, trans and queer people.
We are pleased to share that we are a signatory of the Business in the Community Race at Work Charter. The Charter is composed of five calls to action for leaders and organisations across all sectors.
Being a Disability Confident employer, the IOPC is dedicating to removing the barriers for disabled people to thrive in the workplace.
Our Staff Networks are constantly working to make the IOPC the leaders of inclusive employment, from our Allyship Programme to Welsh Language Standards and our Know the Line Policy, we are constantly seeking new ways to create an environment for all to develop and thrive.

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