Investigation Officer JD 000A 850A / 1

Triumph Consultants Ltd; Manchester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading consultancy firm in Manchester is seeking an experienced Investigation Officer for a 4-month assignment in their Counter Terrorism department. The role involves conducting thorough investigations into terrorism-related crimes, gathering intelligence, and supporting prosecutions. Candidates must have experience in criminal investigations and knowledge of relevant legislation. The position offers a competitive rate of £20.86 per hour with opportunities in a high-stakes environment.

Benefits

Competitive hourly rate

4-month temporary contract

Opportunity in national security environment

Qualifications

• Experience in criminal investigations, particularly in counter-terrorism.
• Knowledge of investigation procedures and intelligence handling.
• Strong teamwork, communication, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct proactive and reactive investigations.
• Gather evidence and conduct interviews.
• Prepare complex prosecution files.

Skills

Criminal investigations experience

Knowledge of PACE and RIPA

Sensitive information handling

Teamwork skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Job description

Job Title: Investigation Officer
Reference: 000A 850A / 1
Salary: £20.86 per hour PAYE
Role Length: 4‑month assignment
Job Type: Temporary
Location: Manchester, M40 5BP
Hours: 37 hours per week
Contract Type: Office-based

The Role

Our client is seeking an experienced Investigation Officer to join their Counter Terrorism department. You will investigate crimes within national, regional, and force counter‑terrorism and extremism strategies, supporting high‑priority investigations. Your focus will be on conducting thorough investigations and gathering intelligence to secure successful prosecutions for terrorism‑related offences.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct proactive and reactive investigations into counter‑terrorism and extremism crimes.
• Attend crime scenes, gather evidence, and preserve critical information.
• Interview witnesses and suspects, take statements, and gather intelligence.
• Lead and support major investigations, including covert and overt methods.
• Manage and secure exhibits and ensure compliance with investigation standards.
• Prepare complex prosecution files and assist with major incident management.

Qualifications

• Experience in criminal investigations, particularly in counter‑terrorism.
• Knowledge of investigation procedures, legislation (e.g., PACE, RIPA), and intelligence handling.
• Experience in handling sensitive information and evidence management.
• Strong teamwork, communication, and organisational skills.
• UK National or dual national status (with one British nationality) due to national security clearance requirements.
• Prepared to undergo National Security Vetting (Enhanced).

Benefits

• Competitive hourly rate of £20.86 per hour PAYE.
• 4‑month temporary contract with the possibility of extension.
• Opportunity to work in a high‑stakes, national security environment.
• Work within a leading counter‑terrorism team.

How to Apply

Please submit your application quoting reference 000A 850A / 1. You must be a UK National or meet the eligibility criteria for national security vetting. If you don’t hear from us within 3 working days, unfortunately, your application has not been shortlisted. Thank you for your interest in this position.