Overview
Do you want to work for an organisation that values difference and includes everyone? Then the Environment Agency is the organisation for you. We are fully committed to being an inclusive employer and ensuring equal opportunities for everyone. We welcome flexible working patterns for all our vacancies, including job share.
This role is the Manager for the Economic Crime Unit (ECU), part of the National Environmental Crime Unit (NECU). The successful candidate will lead a specialist team dedicated to removing the financial benefit from criminals.
You will work in a hybrid model, with the ability to work from home and your nearest office. Travel across the country for meetings and operational duties may be required. Incident response is a central part of our work and you should be prepared to respond to incidents or provide business continuity support when needed.
Role and responsibilities
As ECU Manager you will:
* be the strategic lead for managing financial investigations to fulfil obligations under the Proceeds of Crime Act (POCA);
* lead a dispersed team and continually improve how we work;
* manage two Team Leaders (Asset Denial Team and Money Laundering Investigation Team) and a Senior Financial Intelligence Officer; and
* collaborate with internal teams (Investigatory Teams, Intelligence & Partnerships, Legal) and external partners ( Police, National Crime Agency, HMRC) and influence senior stakeholders to ensure Environment Agency priorities are recognised by enforcement partners.
You will also support the wider organisation in increasing understanding of POCA, share lessons learnt, contribute to technical documentation, and advise other enforcement officers nationwide.
Team structure
The Economic Crime Unit comprises two teams – Asset Denial Team and Money Laundering Investigations Team. These teams include Financial Investigators, Financial Intelligence Officers, and Crime Analysts and operate across the country to tackle serious and complex criminality involving organised networks.
Experience and skills required
* 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 skills, including delivering feedback, managing performance, and building relationships with external stakeholders.
* Ability to work under pressure and manage a varied workload.
* Ability to identify areas for improvement and lead changes to working practices.
* Experience developing and enhancing the capability of a team and its members.
Note: The following competencies are requested: Leads People; Develops People; Takes Decisions and Solves Problems. Examples from your experience are welcome where you have led change, dealt with complex staff issues, and led cross-agency collaboration.
Contact and additional information
This is a hybrid role; travel across the country for meetings and operational duties is required. Incident response may attract an additional payment. Training and workplace adjustments are available to support you. Interviews will take place w/c 3 November 2025. For more information contact: Emma Viner, Enforcement & Investigations Manager – emma.viner@environment-agency.gov.uk
Legal and equality statements
We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce and welcome flexible working patterns, including job share. We have a Guaranteed Interview Policy to support those with a disability who are seeking employment. The Environment Agency is not part of HM Civil Service. For applicants from local government or other bodies listed in the Redundancy Payments order, continuous service may apply for redundancy purposes. If unsure, consult your HR Team.
Artificial intelligence guidance: AI can assist your application, but all examples must be truthful and from your own experience. Plagiarism may result in withdrawal of applications. The Environment Agency aligns with Civil Service guidance on AI usage.
Job details
* Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
* Employment type: Full-time
* Job function: Finance and Sales
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