Crime Investigator (PIP 2)

Adecco; Haywards Heath; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Adecco is recruiting for a Police Staff Investigator in the Serious Collision Investigation Unit (SCIU) within Sussex Police Force, Haywards Heath. The role starts as temporary with full-time hours (37 per week) and an hourly rate of 18.59. You must be willing to work flexible hours and meet UK vetting and driving requirements.

End date January 2028. The successful candidate will manage complex investigations, attend collision scenes, interview witnesses and suspects, and liaise with CPS,

Qualifications

• Proven investigative ability and a strong mindset to develop skills within a specialist environment.
• Exceptional attention to detail and a talent for analysing complex evidence.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• The ability to work independently while managing a complex workload with minimal supervision.
• Flexibility to work outside normal hours, as required by operational demands.
• A collaborative spirit to work effectively within a multi-disciplinary team.
• Proficient IT skills, including experience with Police systems such as Niche, NICE Investigate, SharePoint, STORM, MS Word, and MS Excel.
• A solid understanding of CPIA and disclosure obligations.
• A full UK driving licence and the capability to pass a basic driving assessment.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Officer in the Case (OIC) in managing a caseload of serious and complex investigations.
• Attend collision scenes to provide essential investigative support.
• Progress lines of enquiry under the guidance of the lead investigator or Senior Investigating Officer.
• Maintain accurate, comprehensive records of actions and inquiries.
• Conduct interviews with witnesses to obtain detailed evidential statements.
• Interview suspects, manage disclosure, and engage with legal representatives.
• Attend forensic post-mortem examinations and provide briefings to forensic pathologists.
• Collaborate with Coroners Officers, Forensic Collision Investigators, and Expert Witnesses.
• Meet with bereaved families and victims to keep them informed on investigation progress.
• Prepare high-quality case files and evidential summaries for CPS submission.
• Attend Inquests and court hearings, providing professional evidence throughout proceedings.

Skills

Investigative ability

Attention to detail

Verbal and written communication

Independent working

Flexible hours

Team collaboration

IT literacy

Tools

Niche

NICE Investigate

SharePoint

STORM

MS Word

MS Excel

Job description

Adecco are pleased to be recruiting for Crime Investigators - PIP 2 to work within the Sussex Police Force

Location: Haywards Heath
Contract Type: Temporary
Hourly Rate: 18.59 per hour
End Date: January 2028
Driving Required: Yes
Working Pattern: Full Time, 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday

Please note this role will be subject to POLICE VETTING, you must have resided within the UK for a minimum of 3 years continually

Our client is seeking a dedicated and resilient Police Staff Investigator to join their esteemed Serious Collision Investigation Unit (SCIU). This specialist unit within Operations Command is entrusted with the crucial responsibility of investigating all fatal road traffic collisions and select life-changing injury incidents. This role presents a unique opportunity to contribute to justice while offering vital support to bereaved families and victims during their most challenging times.

Key Responsibilities:
As a Police Staff Investigator with SCIU, you will:

• Assist the Officer in the Case (OIC) in managing a caseload of serious and complex investigations.
• Attend collision scenes to provide essential investigative support.
• Progress lines of enquiry under the guidance of the lead investigator (DS) or Senior Investigating Officer (SIO).
• Maintain accurate, comprehensive, and auditable records of actions and inquiries.
• Conduct interviews with witnesses to obtain detailed evidential statements.
• Interview suspects, manage disclosure, and engage with legal representatives.
• Attend forensic post-mortem examinations and provide briefings to forensic pathologists.
• Collaborate with various departments, including Coroners Officers, Forensic Collision Investigators, and Expert Witnesses.
• Meet with bereaved families and victims to keep them informed on investigation progress.
• Prepare high-quality case files and evidential summaries for submission to the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS).
• Attend Inquests and court hearings, providing professional evidence throughout criminal proceedings.

Skills and Experience:
This role demands a high degree of professionalism and emotional intelligence, as successful candidates will frequently engage with traumatic incidents and provide support to those affected. Our client is looking for applicants who can demonstrate:

• Proven investigative ability and a strong mindset to develop skills within a specialist environment.
• Exceptional attention to detail and a talent for analysing complex evidence.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• The ability to work independently while managing a complex workload with minimal supervision.
• Flexibility to work outside normal hours, as required by operational demands.
• A collaborative spirit to work effectively within a multi-disciplinary team.
• Proficient IT skills, including experience with Police systems such as Niche, NICE Investigate, SharePoint, STORM, MS Word, and MS Excel.
• A solid understanding of the Criminal Procedure and Investigations Act (CPIA) and disclosure obligations.
• A full UK driving licence and the capability to pass a basic driving assessment.

This position is not only challenging but also incredibly rewarding. If you are motivated by the pursuit of justice and have the resilience to support families during critical moments, this opportunity may be the perfect fit.

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.

Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.