Location

There are currently roles available in the following locations: 

Central London 
Kent 
Slough 
Chorley 
Tolworth 
Chelmsford 
Gatwick 
Heathrow 
Scotland 
Sheffield 
Warrington 

Those who would like to work in other NCA locations are urged to apply at this time so they can be considered for posting when vacancies become available in those locations. Please review the FAQ section of the Candidate information pack for further locations that may be available. 

Please ensure you list your preferred location as part of your application.

Investigating serious criminality; collecting and developing intelligence and evidence to build and contribute to case file preparations to prosecute offenders. 

You will be working closely with other NCA departments and partner agencies to identify threats from criminality and work in a challenging environment to pursue offenders. 

Using innovative approaches and ground breaking techniques you will be making decisions which help to disrupt and bring to justice criminals who present the highest threat to the UK. 

You may be expected to work directly or indirectly in tackling child sexual abuse and exploitation (CSAE). This may involve exposure to child sexual abuse images and material. You should consider the sensitive nature of the work before deciding to apply. 

By applying for this role you are confirming that you are willing to work on child sexual abuse and exploitation operations. The NCA will provide access to Occupational Health Services and individuals placed into CSAE roles will be required to complete a psychological assessment prior to joining and throughout your employment. 

As an Investigator at the National Crime Agency every day will be different. 

To be considered, you will need to successfully complete SC Enhanced clearance before commencing the role 

Essential Criteria 

You will be required to supply evidence of: 

• PIP1 or an equivalent recognised qualification/accreditation in investigative crime issued by a Government body. 

Experience Criteria 

You will be required to supply evidence of: 

•Experience of conducting arrests; competent and experienced at interviewing suspects (including knowledge of custody time limits/procedures, extensions and authorisations), use of bad character evidence and bail. Competent and experienced at interviewing witnesses 
•Able to demonstrate experience and knowledge around seizure of exhibits, continuity of evidence, and seize/sift legislation, including experience in disclosure, and scheduling of material, including knowledge of CPIA legislation (and any specific courses in relation to this) 
•Experienced and competent in completing case files and in liaison with prosecuting agencies / authorities 

Qualifications

PIP1 or a recognised qualification/accreditation in investigative crime issued by a Government body.

Security

Successful candidates must meet the security requirements before they can be appointed. The level of security needed is security check

Security Check and Role Requirements 

To be considered for this vacancy, you will need to successfully complete SC clearance before commencing the role and for specified roles DV clearance within the first 12 months as part of your probation period. 

You will also be required to undertake a mandatory pre-employment substance misuse test and achieve a satisfactory result. 


To meet National Security Vetting requirements you will need to have resided in the UK for at a minimum 3 out of the past 5 years for SC clearance and a minimum of 7 out of 10 years for DV clearance. You will still be considered if you were posted abroad as part of your service with the HMG or armed forces or a UK government role during this period

Closing date: 15 Apr 2019