Criminal Investigator Officer

HM Revenue and Customs; Dover; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

HM Revenue and Customs is looking for a Criminal Investigation Officer to join their Fraud Investigation Services. This role involves conducting various investigation activities and requires strong communication skills alongside a commitment to integrity. Comprehensive training will be provided to develop your skills in combatting tax fraud and public protection.

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate confidently, both verbally and in writing.
• Demonstrate objectivity and open-mindedness.
• Resilient and capable of handling confrontational situations.

Responsibilities

• Conduct various investigation activities, including searching premises and interviewing suspects.
• Follow established rules and guidelines while taking accountability for decisions.
• Provide evidence in court proceedings.

Skills

Communication

Objectivity

Resilience

Judgement

Job description

Fraud Investigation Services (FIS) provides HMRC with an effective investigation arm to enforce the Department’s compliance policies.

In this role you will undertake a variety of daily activities. You may be searching premises one day and conducting suspect interviews the next. We’ll provide world-class training as you develop specialised expertise in combatting tax fraud and protecting the public purse.

This role requires individuals who can demonstrate objectivity and open-mindedness whilst maintaining the highest standards of integrity and professionalism. You will work collaboratively with diverse teams across HMRC, supporting colleagues with different working styles whilst achieving common goals. The position demands resilience and the ability to handle confrontational situations with balanced judgement, particularly when working under pressure.

As a Criminal Investigation Officer, you will be expected to follow established rules and guidelines whilst taking accountability for your decisions. This may include providing evidence in court proceedings, requiring confident communication skills both verbally and in writing. The role offers significant opportunities for professional development, with comprehensive training programmes designed to build specialist investigation skills.

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