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.
This is a hybrid role with flexible working patterns and potential travel across the country for meetings and operational duties. The role includes an incident response component and training/workplace adjustments will be available to support you.
Responsibilities
* Provide strong leadership and direction to the ECU by managing two Team Leaders (Asset Denial Team and Money Laundering Investigation Team) and a Senior Financial Intelligence Officer.
* Serve as the strategic lead for financial investigations to ensure compliance with the Proceeds of Crime Act (POCA) and continuously improve the way we work.
* Collaborate with internal teams (Investigatory Teams, Intelligence & Partnerships, Legal) and external partners (Police, National Crime Agency, HMRC) to influence senior stakeholders and align with the Environment Agency’s priorities.
* Support the wider organisation in improving processes, sharing lessons learned, updating technical documentation, and providing guidance to enforcement officers nationwide.
* Lead the development and performance of the ECU team, supporting the capability development of individuals and teams.
* Contribute to incident response and business continuity activities as required.
Experience/Skills Required
* Exceptional leadership skills, ideally with experience leading a dispersed team.
* Strong understanding of financial investigations and the Proceeds of Crime Act (POCA).
* Experience in the law enforcement sector with an understanding of the National Intelligence Model.
* Effective communication including delivering 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 the individuals within it.
Other Requirements
* This is a hybrid working role; travel across the country for meetings and operational duties may be required. Incident response may attract additional payment. Training and workplace adjustments are available to support you.
* Interviews will take place w/c 3 November 2025. For further information, contact Emma Viner, Enforcement & Investigations Manager – emma.viner@environment-agency.gov.uk.
Equal Opportunity and Working Arrangements
* We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce and welcome flexible working patterns for all vacancies, including job share.
* We have a Guaranteed Interview Policy to support those with a disability who are seeking employment and who meet the minimum criteria.
* The Environment Agency is not part of HM Civil Service; this may affect continuous service eligibility. Guidance on redundancy and status is provided during the application process.
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