Investigator/Legal Assistant

JOB ADVERT: INVESTIGATOR (Temporary)

Our client, a leading organisation within Law Enforcement, is seeking an experienced and dynamic Investigator to join their team, starting ASAP for a 3 month initial contract with very likely ongoing long-term extension. Working alongside prosecutors and principal investigators, the Investigator will play a crucial role in the investigation of serious and complex cases of fraud or bribery. £19.74 per hour, 36 hours per weekm weekly pay via Adecco. Hybrid working approach, with 40% in office and 60% home-based.

Key Responsibilities:

• Actively participating in investigations by developing lines of enquiry and gathering evidence.
• Assisting the case team in exercising powers under Section 2 CJA 1987.
• Reviewing substantial amounts of material to identify pertinent information and progress lines of enquiry.
• Leading the analysis and interpretation of financial data to uncover relevant information and evidential material.
• Planning and conducting interviews with victims, witnesses, and suspects.
• Obtaining written statements on matters relevant to the investigation.
• Participating actively in case conferences and contributing appropriate input to ensure the team is updated on case information.
• Supporting the disclosure process to fulfil obligations under the Criminal Procedure and Investigations Act (1996).
• Managing victims and witnesses in accordance with the Code of Practise for Victims of Crime and The Witness Charter.
• Assisting in the construction of case chronologies and decision logs.
• Providing evidence in court when required.

Person Specification:

Ability:

• Proficiency in gathering, analysing, and evaluating information and intelligence from various sources, including Digital Review Systems.
• Competence in understanding, interpreting, and explaining financial data relevant to the investigation.
• Strong skills in using MS Office, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Contract Type: Temporary (3 months)

Reports to: Prosecutor and Principal Investigator

Security Clearance: SC

If you are a meticulous investigator with a proven track record or interest in handling serious and complex fraud or bribery cases, our client would love to hear from you. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a highly skilled and professional team dedicated to achieving timely and successful outcomes in investigating criminal cases.

We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace that reflects the richness of the communities we serve. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.

Please note that this position is not a paralegal role, although it involves many similar duties.

Adecco is a disability-confident employer. It is important to us that we run an inclusive and accessible recruitment process to support candidates of all backgrounds and all abilities to apply. Adecco is committed to building a supportive environment for you to explore the next steps in your career. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

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