Public Protection Manager (PIP2) – Investigations Lead

Sussex Police; Guildford; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career progression

LGPS pension

Generous annual leave

Discounts for everyday spend

On-site gym

Job summary

Sussex Police in Guildford is seeking a PIP2 Manager to lead Public Protection investigations, including RASSO, domestic abuse and safeguarding matters. You will oversee quality assurance, drive performance, and embed best practices across the unit.

You will work with investigators and supervisors to ensure robust risk assessment, timely progression and high standards while collaborating with partner agencies to protect vulnerable victims.

Qualifications

• Educated to degree level, or able to demonstrate equivalent relevant experience.
• Minimum PIP Level Two accredited (essential).
• Experience in Public Protection investigations, including RASSO, domestic abuse, child abuse investigations or safeguarding is encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and oversight of investigations, ensuring timely progression and high standards.
• Lead and implement tactics supporting investigative objectives and safeguarding.
• Develop partnerships with internal and external agencies.
• Promote learning, improve performance, and ensure victim-centred approaches.

Skills

Leadership

Risk assessment

Interpersonal skills

Decision making

Communication skills

Supervision

Data analysis

Victim-centred approach

Education

Degree level education

PIP Level Two accredited

Job description

Sussex Police in Guildford is seeking a PIP2 Manager to lead Public Protection investigations, including RASSO, domestic abuse and safeguarding matters. You will oversee quality assurance, drive performance, and embed best practices across the unit.

You will work with investigators and supervisors to ensure robust risk assessment, timely progression and high standards while collaborating with partner agencies to protect vulnerable victims.