Senior Chief Investigator, Criminal Investigation

Government Recruitment Service; Stratford; On-site; CAD 108,000 - 124,000; Full time

Job summary

The Insolvency Service is seeking a Chief Investigator to lead a team of about 18 investigators and investigator managers in criminal investigations, primarily under the Insolvency Act and related statutes. Based in Stratford, Croydon or Ipswich, you will travel between sites, drive enforcement outcomes and shape a forward-looking investigations capability.

We offer flexible working arrangements and opportunities to lead at a strategic level, with a strong emphasis on data, intelligence and

Qualifications

• Experience leading serious and complex criminal investigations or investigations teams
• Knowledge of Government Counter Fraud standards and related legal requirements (PACE, RIPA, CPIA, UK GDPR)
• Ability to manage performance, governance and risk across a team

Responsibilities

• Lead the operational delivery of serious and complex criminal investigations to ensure progress and enforcement outcomes
• Lead and manage Investigation Managers and their teams to build capability and deliver high-quality work
• Ensure investigations meet Government Counter Fraud standards, best practice and legal requirements
• Manage team performance, governance and risk and foster an open, innovative environment
• Collaborate with Legal Services, Insolvency Group and regulators to progress enforcement actions
• Represent the Insolvency Service in discussions with solicitors, court proceedings and with stakeholders and media
• Contribute to leadership groups to deliver enforcement strategy and develop organisational capability
• Attend offices as required in Stratford, Croydon or Ipswich and travel to other sites as needed

Job description

The Insolvency Service is seeking a Chief Investigator to lead a team of about 18 investigators and investigator managers in criminal investigations, primarily under the Insolvency Act and related statutes. Based in Stratford, Croydon or Ipswich, you will travel between sites, drive enforcement outcomes and shape a forward-looking investigations capability.

We offer flexible working arrangements and opportunities to lead at a strategic level, with a strong emphasis on data, intelligence and