Serious Crime Investigator - Defence Serious Crime Unit - JPANS 2181984

UK Ministry of Defence; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

A national defense organization in Portsmouth is seeking a qualified Investigator to support military investigations. The role involves conducting ethical investigations and mentoring colleagues while promoting an inclusive environment. Candidates must be eligible British or Irish citizens and undergo security clearance. The position offers competitive remuneration based on mobility levels, with a salary range of £41,000-£52,000 for a fixed term of 3 years.

Qualifications

• Eligible candidates must be British Citizens or Citizens of the Irish Republic.
• Successful candidates will undergo security clearance by the National Vetting Service.
• A passion for supporting personal and professional growth is essential.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough, timely, and ethical investigations.
• Support military colleagues and promote best practices.
• Mentor others through the Professional Investigations Programme.

Skills

Results-driven approach

Teamwork

Planning

Professional compliance

Education

PIP 2 qualification

Job description

About the role

Defence is developing a new Armed Forces entry route for civilians to utilise their specialist skills, the roles will also be open to veterans and reservists. This new pathway will help the nation develop its connection to the Armed Forces. The ZigZag pilot will build wider understanding and experience of Defence through the unique experiences and personal development opportunities that can be gained from working in the Armed Forces.

The Defence Serious Crime Unit (DSCU) is an independent, professional, and global Service Police force, with authority to investigate serious crime alleged to have been committed by persons subject to Service law in the UK and overseas. You can find more information about DSCU here.

This role offers individuals a choice in mobility levels. The nature of investigation work and your role duties mean you must be willing and able to be on duty, in person, one weekend per month.

• No Mobility commitment role is office and crime scene based. However, there’s opportunity for occasional home working for writing reports and administrative tasks. Duties normally fall within standard weekday working hours - it is rare to be called in outside of these hours. However, you will be expected to work flexibly to support the outputs of the team. Occasional after-hours work may be required.
• For Partial mobility commitments you will be expected to cover a broader region assisting the wider team when required, this may be UK wide but will not be more than 35 nights out of bed per year
• For Full mobility Commitments you can expect a mixture of the above within a defined base but deployable to investigate crime wherever our service personnel require us

Please note that salary and benefits are aligned to the level of mobility chosen with higher levels attracting enhanced remuneration and benefits in recognition of the broader contribution to defence priorities.

To be eligible you must either be a British Citizen, a Citizen of the Irish Republic and undergo security clearance by the National Vetting Service.

This position is advertised at 37 hours per week.

This role is being offered on a fixed term basis. The role is subject to assignment duration for 3 years.

The closing date for applications is: 23:55 17th August 2025.

Job description

We are seeking a dynamic PIP 2 qualified Investigator to support a team of military investigators in delivering thorough, timely, and ethical investigations. This role requires a results-driven individual with a passion for high standards, teamwork, planning, and professional compliance. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in dealing with complex investigations, assessing risks, and driving efficiency within a fast-paced and high-impact environment.

This is a unique opportunity for you to experience being inside the Armed Forces and to support and inspire military colleagues, sharing best practices from your unique experiences. You will play a pivotal role in developing colleagues’ personal and professional growth whilst actively promoting and cultivating an inclusive and diverse environment where everyone feels valued, respected and empowered. By sharing your expertise and mentoring others through the Professional Investigations Programme, you will make a lasting impact not only on their personal development but also on the future of investigative excellence within Defence Policing. There is also the opportunity to develop partnerships and liaise with internal and external judicial partners, building relationships that bring our public services together.

There may be a voluntary opportunity for Partial Mobility and No Mobility commitments for a short-term deployment overseas (2-3 weeks) during the 3-year contract, subject to medical and fitness requirements being met. (Full Mobility Commitments should expect this).

Salary

£41,000- £52,000

Location

Portsmouth

Further information about this role and the ZigZag Pilot Scheme can be found by accessing the 'apply' button within this advert.