HP - Confiscator
Role: Confiscator
Department: SPC – Specialist
Scale: SO2/MP7
Salary: £38,754 - £45,147
Location: Hull & Grimsby
Hours: 37 Hours per week (Full-Time) The post holder will be required to travel the force area
Contract: Permanent
We have 2 positions available x1 Northbank & x1 Southbank. Please state your location preference on the application.
An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Asset Recovery Unit for a Confiscator.
This role places you at the very forefront of removing criminal wealth and ensuring crime does not pay. It is expected that you will work with minimal supervision yet maintain a high workload in a demanding environment the success of which will depend on you. In return you will take satisfaction from tackling crime, returning compensation to victims and doing a job that makes a real difference. The removal of assets from active criminals is extremely rewarding work and provides public reassurance when tackling organised crime.
The successful candidate will investigate the financial status and activity of persons engaged in acquisitive crime in order to identify those liable for asset recovery. In addition, you will support criminal and life at risk investigations through targeted financial investigation.
It is desirable that you are trained and qualified to NCA financial investigator accreditation (Parts 2, 5 and 8 of POCA 2002). For successful applicants who are not NCA qualified you will be expected to successfully complete the training programme.
Key Responsibilities:
- To identify and pursue opportunities for the recovery of criminal assets by means of confiscation and civil recovery powers in order to further the disruption of criminal activity by serious and organised criminals and networks.
- Act as the officer in the case and disclosure officer for all asset recovery investigations (criminal based ‘confiscation’ / ‘restraint’; or civil based ‘cash seizure’, ‘listed assets’, ‘cryptocurrency’, ‘frozen funds / asset freezing order’).
- Ensure all decisions made and material gathered is recorded and dealt with in line with CPIA requirements.
- Take responsibility for the financial aspect of designated operations liaising closely with case officers, attending briefings, and assisting with the development investigations. Attend locations when search warrants are executed to identify material of potential benefit to a financial investigation and to ensure its seizure in accordance with current legislation.
- Prepare all the necessary documentation and assists the Crown Prosecution Service in accordance with the local agreement on all aspects in relation to Restraint Orders under Part 2 of POCA 2002. Serves notices on all interested parties in accordance with the legislation in order that their assets may be restrained or frozen.
- Apply for appropriate approval in relation to the exercise of a power under Sections 47C, 47D, 47E and 47F and provides written reports to the appointed person where the provisions of Section 47H apply.
- Action intelligence and financial disclosures from the National Crime Agency ensuring that it is disseminated and investigated in accordance with National policy.
For further information relating to the role and tasks of this position please refer to the attached role requirement.
What the role requires:
- Experience of Researching and interrogating complex data.
- Qualified to A Level standard or equivalent.
- Knowledge of financial accounts/procedures.
- Experience of report writing.
- Must be willing to attend all relevant courses.
- Excellent communication & presentation skills
- Regular attendance at both Crown and Magistrates court to give evidence.
- Ability to search premises and apply for warrants in accordance with current legislation.
- Hold a full UK driving licence.
- Excellent organisational skills
- Ability to work with minimum supervision when required.
- Carries out tasks in an accurate and methodical manner with an eye for detail.
- Ability to work as part of a team as well as on your own.
- Ability to prioritise workload.
For further information relating to the role and tasks of this position please refer to the attached role requirement.
Perks of working for Humberside Police:
Our Police Staff work extremely hard, which is why we are proud to offer a host of reward and recognition schemes. Whether it’s Cycle to Work scheme, Gym and health schemes, we have the perks ready for you to benefit from.
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Further Perks:
- Generous annual leave allowance
- Training and development opportunities
- Coaching & Mentoring Scheme
- Employee assistance service (accessible 24/7)
- Flexible/Hybrid working where applicable.
- Generous pension scheme
- Blue Light Discount
- Access to the forces onsite gyms
- Free on-site car parking
- Humber bridge tag (If travelling from the Southbank)
Pre – Employment Checks and Eligibility:
- Internal applicants MUST have completed a successful probationary period and tenure (if applicable) before applying for another role within the force.
- Applicants must meet the minimum requirement checkable history criteria of at least 3 years continuous residency in the UK to apply for roles with Humberside Police.
- Successful candidates will undergo a vetting procedure pre-requisite of employment. (Please note, with holding any information asked by the vetting department, may delay the vetting procedure, or result in your vetting been refused and the offer of employment been withdrawn)
- Tattoo’s will be reviewed as a part of the recruitment process to ensure we maintain a level of professional standards and to make sure the images do not cause offence or are unacceptable.
Contact point for applicants:
If you have any questions regarding the recruitment process, please contact us at recruiting@humberside.pnn.police.uk
How to apply for the role:
To apply for the role, please click the ‘Apply’ button below.
Please note, you must wait 3 months before submitting another application if you have applied for THIS role within the last 3 months.
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Closing Date: Sunday 5th January 2025 at 23:55
Interview date: TBC
It is not likely that closing dates will be extended, other than in exceptional circumstances and would need to be with the permission of the Recruitment Manager and Line Manager of the role.
The Recruitment Manager can authorise to close any vacancy before the closing date stated on the advert.
Attachments:
- Role Requirement
- Guidance for completing your application.
- Recruitment Brochure
- Preferred candidate roadmap
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