Overview
We are seeking a Manager to lead our Economic Crime Unit (ECU), which is part of the National Environmental Crime Unit (NECU). The successful candidate will lead a specialist team dedicated to removing the financial benefit from criminals.
Environment Agency is committed to being an inclusive employer and ensuring equal opportunities for everyone. We welcome flexible working patterns for all vacancies, including job share.
Responsibilities
* Provide strategic leadership for how we manage financial investigations to fulfil our obligations under the Proceeds of Crime Act (POCA).
* Lead and motivate two Team Leaders (one for the Asset Denial Team and one for the Money Laundering Investigations Team) and a Senior Financial Intelligence Officer; oversee performance and work delivery.
* Collaborate with internal teams (Investigatory Teams, Intelligence & Partnerships, Legal) and external partners (Police, National Crime Agency, HMRC).
* Influence at senior levels to ensure Environment Agency priorities are recognised by external enforcement agencies.
* Support the wider organisation in improving practices and understanding POCA; share lessons learned and contribute to changes in technical documentation; advise enforcement officers nationwide.
* Assist with continuing professional development and capability enhancement for the ECU team and individuals within it.
Team and Environment
The ECU comprises two teams — the Asset Denial Team and the Money Laundering Investigations Team — made up of Financial Investigators, Financial Intelligence Officers, and Crime Analysts. The unit is nationally dispersed and works with enforcement staff and partners across the country on serious, complex criminality involving organised crime networks.
Experience / Skills Required
* Exceptional leadership skills, ideally with experience leading a dispersed team; strong understanding of financial investigations and POCA.
* Experience working in the law enforcement sector with knowledge of the National Intelligence Model.
* Effective communication, including delivering feedback, managing performance, and building relationships with external stakeholders.
* Ability to work under pressure and prioritise a varied workload; identify areas for improvement and lead changes to working practices.
* Experience developing and enhancing team and individual capability.
Additional Information
* This is a hybrid role; you will work from home and your nearest office with travel across the country for meetings and operational duties.
* Training and workplace adjustments will be available to support you.
* Interviews will take place w/c 3 November 2025.
* For further information, please contact: Emma Viner, Enforcement & Investigations Manager – emma.viner@environment-agency.gov.uk.
Competencies
* Leads People: Please provide an example of leading and inspiring a team through change to priorities or ways of working.
* Develops People: Please provide an example of addressing a complex staff issue to improve performance.
* Takes Decisions and Solves Problems: Please provide an example of leading a piece of work overcoming challenges with support from partner agencies.
Guidance for Applicants
If you are applying from the Civil Service, note that the Environment Agency is not part of HM Civil Service and you would not be a Crown Servant if appointed. You may be eligible for continuous service in certain local government scenarios. If unsure, consult your HR Team. The Environment Agency is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce and welcomes flexible working arrangements; please indicate your preferred working arrangements in your application. We offer a Guaranteed Interview Policy to support those with a disability who meet the minimum criteria.
The Environment Agency, a Non-Departmental Public Body sponsored by Defra, uses Central Government frameworks for external recruitment. If you wish to become a supplier on these frameworks, please visit the Crown Commercial Service information page.
Artificial intelligence is a useful tool to support applications, but all examples must be truthful and from your own experience. Plagiarism may lead to withdrawal of the application.
About the Organisation
* The Environment Agency is a non-departmental public body committed to value for money and operates under government frameworks for recruitment.
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