Domestic Abuse Case Officer — Investigations & Evidence

Brackenberry Limited; Colchester; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Brackenberry Limited is seeking a Domestic Abuse Case Officer to support Essex Police on a 4-month contract, with a strong likelihood of extension at the client’s discretion. The role involves investigating domestic abuse cases, interviewing victims and witnesses, taking statements, gathering and analysing evidence, and assisting with court-related activities.

You will conduct case-related enquiries, manage evidence, view CCTV and digital material, apply digital forensic knowledge, and ensure

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a competent investigator in criminal investigations and police procedures.
• Experience conducting investigative enquiries and interviewing victims and witnesses, taking statements and gathering evidence.
• Experience preparing evidential files, managing case documentation and supporting prosecution processes.

Responsibilities

• Support domestic abuse investigations by completing investigative actions and preparing evidential files.
• Gather, preserve, assess and record relevant evidence per investigation plans and standards.
• Prepare and submit investigative paperwork within deadlines, ensuring evidential integrity and disclosure compliance.
• Manage seizure, viewing and analysis of CCTV and digital material and record relevant information.
• Apply digital forensic knowledge to identify, preserve, examine and present evidence.

Skills

Investigations

Victim interviews

Criminal procedure

Education

PIP2 qualification

ABE victim interview training

Tools

Digital forensics

Job description

Brackenberry Limited is seeking a Domestic Abuse Case Officer to support Essex Police on a 4-month contract, with a strong likelihood of extension at the client’s discretion. The role involves investigating domestic abuse cases, interviewing victims and witnesses, taking statements, gathering and analysing evidence, and assisting with court-related activities.

You will conduct case-related enquiries, manage evidence, view CCTV and digital material, apply digital forensic knowledge, and ensure