Case Progression Officers

Red Snapper Recruitment; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A UK-based recruitment firm seeks a Case Progression Officer for a full-time, on-site position in Birmingham. You will support the Major Crime Unit's County Lines Taskforce by preparing case files, liaising with the Crown Prosecution Service, and ensuring compliance with legal standards. Ideal candidates will have criminal law experience, excellent report writing skills, and the ability to handle sensitive information. This role offers a competitive rate of £21.22 per hour and requires passing National Security Vetting checks.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of police policy and procedures relevant to the role.
• Knowledge of PACE in relation to the continuity of exhibits.
• Ability to evidence self-motivation and decision-making skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare timely and high-quality case files for Taskforce investigations.
• Liaise with the Crown Prosecution Service on file-related issues.
• Support continuous improvement in file quality.

Skills

Previous experience in criminal law

Excellent report writing and communication skills

Investigation and evidence gathering experience

Ability to deal with contentious information

Understanding of confidentiality and Data Protection

Tools

Microsoft Word

Adobe Pro

Outlook

Excel

Job description

RSR are currently recruiting for Case Progression Officers to work within County Lines (Major Crime Unit) with a UK Police Force. This is a full‑time, long‑term contract, and due to the nature of the workload, successful applicants will be expected to work on‑site.

The role will be based in central Birmingham.

The role is paying £21.22 per hour (PAYE).

As this is a role within Policing, successful applicants will need to pass through National Security Vetting checks before being offered the position.

Job purpose

The Major Crime Unit County Lines Taskforce are now recruiting for Case Progression Officers to join our team. The aims of the taskforce are to:

• To close drug lines in line with Home Office requirements
• Bring County Lines perpetrators to justice by increasing the consequences and decreasing the reward associated with county lines offending
• Reduce the exploitation of young people and vulnerable adults ensuring appropriate safeguarding and support for county lines victims
• Reducing and mitigating violence and Homicides linked to County Lines
• Tackle the enablers of county lines (including telecoms/online, transport and illicit finance)

Main responsibilities

• To prepare timely and high‑quality case files in support of County Lines Taskforce investigations
• Liaise directly with the Crown Prosecution Service to address any file‑related issues
• Work with CPS, CJS and Witness Care to respond thoroughly and efficiently to post‑charge action plans, escalations and other requests.
• To support continuous improvement in file quality
• To provide advice and guidance to colleagues in matters of Criminal Justice policy and procedure
• To positively influence file quality and timeliness at all stages of the criminal justice process and ensure compliance with force policy, Transforming Summary Justice, Better Case Management, the Director General's Guidance (DG6) and the Manual of Guidance for the Preparation and Submission of Case Files

Essential skills & experience

• Previous experience in criminal law and the criminal justice system
• Knowledge of police policy and procedures relevant to the role.
• Knowledge of PACE in relation to the continuity of exhibits.
• Excellent report writing and communication skills, e.g. the production of clear, concise and accurate reports.
• Investigation and evidence gathering experience.
• Ability to deal with contentious information.
• Understanding of confidentiality and Data Protection/Freedom of Information issues.
• Ability to evidence self‑motivation, self‑management and decision‑making skills.
• Experience in adopting a methodical approach to your work and working well under pressure to meet tight deadlines.

Desirable

• Competent in the use of current file building ICT systems.
• Competent in the use of Microsoft Word, Adobe Pro, Outlook and Excel.

If you would like to be considered for this position and have the relevant experience, then please apply now.

Due to the high volume of applications we receive, if you do not hear from us within 7 working days, your application has been unsuccessful.