Criminal Investigator Officer

HMRC; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Join HM Revenue & Customs as a Criminal Investigation Officer, where you will be at the forefront of enforcing compliance policies and combating tax fraud. This dynamic role offers diverse tasks, including evidence presentation in court, supported by world-class training programs to develop your investigative expertise.

Qualifications

• Demonstrate objectivity and professionalism in investigations.
• Confident in communicating both verbally and in writing.

Responsibilities

• Conduct a variety of daily activities including searches and interviews.
• Follow established guidelines while maintaining accountability.

Skills

Objectivity

Open-mindedness

Integrity

Professionalism

Communication skills

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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In Short

• Industry Accounting & Finance
• Founded 2005
• Location London, UK
• Company size 5000+

Working for HM Revenue & Customs

We’re one of the country’s largest employers, with around 66,000 people working across the UK. Our purpose is to collect the money that pays for the UK’s public services and give financial support to those who need it.

Our work touches the lives of everyone and everything in the country. It pays for our public services – the police, fire and ambulances, the Armed Forces, our schools and hospitals, as well as our roads and railways. So it’s vital in keeping the country running.

It's not 'all about the tax' either. With 24 professions, you'll see we have roles that suit almost everybody. Walk into any of our offices and you’ll see so many people do a vast variety of jobs. From Customer Service Advisors to Fraud Investigators, HR Advisors to Legal Policy, IT Experts to Data Analysts, you’ll be surprised!

We pride ourselves in being a diverse, inclusive, and vibrant organisation, where you can feel comfortable being your true self at work and get the same opportunities regardless of background. So, we are looking for people with all kinds of skills, experience, and ambitions to join us.