Overview
We are seeking a Manager to lead the Economic Crime Unit (ECU) within the National Environmental Crime Unit (NECU). The ECU removes the financial benefit from criminals and ensures investigations align with the Proceeds of Crime Act (POCA).
The role is hybrid, with travel across the country and potential incident response duties. Training and workplace adjustments are available. Interviews will take place w/c 3 November 2025.
Responsibilities
* Provide strong leadership for two Team Leaders (Asset Denial Team and Money Laundering Investigation Team) and a Senior Financial Intelligence Officer; manage performance and delivery.
* Lead the strategic approach to financial investigations under POCA and continually improve working practices.
* Collaborate with internal teams (Investigatory Teams, Intelligence & Partnerships, Legal) and external partners (Police, National Crime Agency, HMRC) and influence at a senior level to support EA priorities.
* Support the wider organisation in improving understanding of POCA, share lessons learned, update technical documentation, and advise enforcement officers nationwide.
* Contribute to the ECU and EA teams by developing capability and guiding change within the organisation.
Team and Environment
The ECU consists of two teams—Asset Denial and Money Laundering Investigations—with Financial Investigators, Financial Intelligence Officers and Crime Analysts. The unit is nationally dispersed and handles serious, complex criminality involving organised networks.
Experience and Qualifications
* Exceptional leadership skills, ideally with experience leading a dispersed team.
* Strong understanding of financial investigations and POCA.
* Experience in the law enforcement sector and understanding of the National Intelligence Model.
* Effective communication including giving feedback, managing performance, and building relationships with external stakeholders.
* Ability to work under pressure, prioritise a varied workload, identify areas for improvement, and lead changes to working practices.
* Experience developing and enhancing the capability of a team and individuals within it.
Competence Questions (examples to provide)
* Leads People: provide an example of leading and inspiring a team through change.
* Develops People: provide an example of handling a complex staff issue to improve performance.
* Takes Decisions and Solves Problems: provide an example of leading a project with challenges and coordinating with partner agencies.
Additional Information
* This is a hybrid role; travel required; incident response may include additional payments; training and workplace adjustments available.
* Disability: Guaranteed Interview policy applies if minimum criteria are met.
* Not part of HM Civil Service; continuous service eligibility may differ; check status with HR if unsure.
* We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce and welcome flexible working arrangements, including job share.
* Environment Agency uses government frameworks for recruitment; suppliers may visit GOV.UK for information.
Important Artificial intelligence can support applications, but all content must be truthful and from your own experience. Plagiarism may lead to withdrawal or disciplinary action. See Civil Service guidance for AI usage.
Job Details
* Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
* Employment type: Full-time
* Job function: Finance and Sales
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