Integrity Investigator (6-Month Fixed-Term Contract), FOOTBALL ASSOCIATION
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The FA is seeking an Integrity Investigator to join on a 6-month fixed-term 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.
What will you be doing?
* 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 in order to meet FA Group changing priorities.
* Comply with all company policies and procedures to ensure the highest standards of health, safety and wellbeing can be maintained.
What are we looking for?
Essential for the role:
* 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.
What’s in it for you?
We are committed to ensuring everyone can flourish in their roles. We offer unique office spaces at Wembley National Stadium and St. George’s Park, along with a competitive salary and a range of benefits, including:
* Access to event day tickets at Wembley Stadium and regular internal events.
* Free, nutritious lunches at Wembley Stadium and St. George's Park. Free private medical cover.
* A contributory pension scheme.
* Additional 'Thank You' days, volunteering days and 25 days annual leave (based on a full-time contract).
* A hybrid working model with flexibility.
We are a diverse workplace and an equal opportunities employer. If you have any particular requirements regarding the recruitment or interview process, please mention this during your application. As part of the FA's commitment to a safe environment for everyone in football, all employees will be required to complete a DBS check, with level based on the role.
For more information on what it is like to work at The FA, please visit our FA Careers page.
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