Investigating Officer Location: Belfast City Centre Salary: £39,862 per annum Contract: Initial Interim Contract VANRATH are delighted to support a leading public sector body in the appointment of an Investigating Officer on an interim basis. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced professional to join a respected organisation that plays a vital role in ensuring accountability, fairness, and improvement across Northern Ireland's public services. The postholder will work as part of an investigations team responsible for assessing and investigating complex complaints, analysing evidence, and preparing detailed written reports and recommendations in line with statutory and organisational procedures. Key Responsibilities: Undertake impartial investigations into complaints or systemic issues within public service delivery. Analyse complex and sensitive information to reach balanced, evidence-based conclusions. Prepare high-quality written reports and correspondence. Conduct interviews with parties and witnesses where required. Work collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams to deliver service standards and performance targets. The Ideal Candidate Will Have: A degree (or equivalent) and at least 2 years' relevant experience analysing information to reach evidence-based conclusions; or a minimum of 4 years' equivalent experience. Excellent analytical, written, and verbal communication skills. Strong organisational and planning ability to manage multiple cases to tight deadlines. Proven experience interpreting legislation, policy, or regulatory guidance. Confidence handling challenging interviews and demonstrating empathy and professionalism. What's on Offer: £39,862 per annum Central Belfast location with hybrid working arrangements Opportunity to contribute to meaningful, high-impact public service investigations Supportive and professional working environment For more information, please contact Ethan Boylan today. IND04 Some feedback from recent VANRATH candidates- ''I would highly recommend VANRATH who I found to be thoroughly helpful, informative and efficient from first point of contact. Within a week of sending my CV I had interviewed and received an offer for a new role'' ''Very pleased with the service provided and extremely appreciative to VANRATH, who I'd highly recommend.'' ''VANRATH was very helpful in assisting me in obtaining my new employment post. They made care to stay in touch, inform me of any updates and gave me some excellent interview advice. Thank you for all your assistance; I wouldn't think twice about using VANRATH again. Outstanding service.'' Skills: Investigating Officer Maladministration Governance Policy Benefits: Work From Home