Role Overview
Your primary responsibility will be the planning and preparation of financial investigations under the Proceeds of Crime Act 2002 (POCA) in England and Wales, presenting case material (including financial statements) and attending court where necessary. This is a travelling officer role; the successful candidate must be prepared to travel with infrequent stays away from home and work unsocial hours as required.
Responsibilities
* Produce excellence in investigations as directed, with the ability to innovate and operate in a high governance environment, under pressure both individually and as part of a motivated team.
* Manage your own casework and conduct multiple investigations at one time; contribute to the team by undertaking project work as required.
* Be a trained Financial Investigator or Accredited Financial Investigator registered on the Financial Investigation Support System (FISS) with the National Crime Agency, or be able to re-register immediately on appointment.
* Apply powers under Part 5 (Account Freezing Orders) and possess restraint and confiscation qualifications under Parts 2 and 8 of POCA.
* Make recommendations on whether to grant Defence Against Money Laundering reports; as an Accredited Financial Investigator, conduct confiscation or account freezing order investigations in England and Wales using POCA powers.
* Work within an investigation framework and comply with Insolvency Service and legal standards.
* Maintain your financial investigation accreditation status on FISS by undertaking continuing professional development (CPD) as necessary.
* Research legislation, produce investigation plans to deliver managerial objectives, and liaise with stakeholders regarding evidence gathering and timetables.
* Be effective and proactive in client relationship management; gather evidence to meet investigation plan requirements; make court applications in respect of POCA orders and warrants.
* Produce high-quality POCA statements for the Crown or Magistrates Court and for management; prepare case files for prosecutors; manage Criminal Procedure and Investigation Act disclosure responsibilities.
* Comply with data management requirements under the Data Protection Act 2018 and the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).
* Complete tasks efficiently and contribute to all aspects of the team’s operation.
Qualifications and Requirements
* Trained Financial Investigator or Accredited Financial Investigator with registration on FISS (or ability to re-register immediately).
* Experience in using POCA powers (Parts 2, 5 and 8) for account freezing orders, restraint, and confiscation.
* Ability to produce investigation plans, gather and present evidence, and prepare case files for prosecutors.
* Strong understanding of data protection requirements and compliance with relevant legislation.
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