Police Staff Investigator

Adecco Portugal; Gayton; Hybrid; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Adecco are recruiting for Police Staff Investigators to work with Staffordshire Police Force in Burton upon Trent, Staffordshire. This is a temporary agency assignment with a hybrid working pattern and an hourly rate of £15.72.

Up to 19 Investigative Officers will join the Central Investigation Team to support crime investigations and victim care. The role involves managing investigations, gathering evidence, interviewing witnesses and suspects, preparing files for proceedings, and liaising with

Qualifications

• Previous investigative experience within policing, law enforcement, or similar environments.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Proven experience in managing workloads and meeting deadlines.
• Ability to produce high-quality written reports and case files.
• A strong victim-focused approach.
• Capacity to work independently while contributing positively to a wider team.
• Desirable criteria include: PIP1 or PIP2 accreditation, prior experience in a police investigation unit, experience interviewing victims/witnesses/suspects, and knowledge of criminal law and criminal justice processes.

Responsibilities

• Manage and progress criminal investigations in compliance with legislation and policies.
• Gather, review, and evaluate evidence from various sources.
• Conduct interviews with witnesses, victims, and suspects as required.
• Prepare detailed investigation files for criminal justice proceedings.
• Liaise effectively with partner agencies, victims, witnesses, and criminal justice partners.
• Undertake investigative actions to identify and pursue offenders.
• Maintain accurate records and utilise police systems to support investigations.
• Contribute to achieving positive outcomes for victims and the community.

Skills

Investigative experience

Strong communication

Analytical skills

Deadline management

Written reporting

Victim-focused

Independent worker

Job description

Adecco are pleased to be recruiting for Police Staff Investigators to work within Staffordshire Police Force

Location: Burton upon Trent, Staffordshire

Contract Type: Temporary Agency Assignment

Hourly Rate: £15.72 per hour

Working Pattern: Full Time, Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm, Hybrid

End Date: January 2028

Exciting Opportunity in Public Services!

Our client is seeking up to 19 dedicated Agency Investigative Officers to join their Central Investigation Team (CIT). This is a fantastic opportunity for individuals who are passionate about making a real difference in the community while contributing to effective crime investigations.

About the Role:

The Central Investigation Team plays a crucial role in investigating crime, safeguarding victims, and ensuring that offenders are brought to justice. As an Investigative Officer, you will:

• Manage and progress criminal investigations in compliance with legislation and policies.
• Gather, review, and evaluate evidence from various sources.
• Conduct interviews with witnesses, victims, and suspects as required.
• Prepare detailed investigation files for criminal justice proceedings.
• Liaise effectively with partner agencies, victims, witnesses, and criminal justice partners.
• Undertake investigative actions to identify and pursue offenders.
• Maintain accurate records and utilise police systems to support investigations.
• Contribute to achieving positive outcomes for victims and the community.

What We Are Looking For:

Our client is keen to find individuals who can demonstrate the following:

Essential Criteria:

• Previous investigative experience within policing, law enforcement, or similar environments.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
• Proven experience in managing workloads and meeting deadlines.
• Ability to produce high‑quality written reports and case files.
• A strong victim‑focused approach.
• Capacity to work independently while contributing positively to a wider team.

Desirable Criteria:

• PIP1 or PIP2 accreditation.
• Previous experience within a police investigation unit.
• Experience in interviewing victims, witnesses, or suspects.
• Knowledge of criminal law and criminal justice processes.

What You'll Gain:

• The chance to make a real difference to victims and communities.
• Experience in a supportive and professional investigative environment.
• Access to specialist investigative knowledge and development opportunities.
• The opportunity to support high‑quality investigations that enhance public safety.

Diversity and Inclusion:

Our client is dedicated to building a diverse workforce that reflects the communities they serve. Applications are encouraged from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of age, disability, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership status, pregnancy, or maternity.

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.

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