Are you an experienced detective looking for your next challenge? Join the Surrey and Sussex Major Crime Team and become part of a highly skilled investigative team responsible for some of the most serious and high-profile investigations across both forces. This role offers the opportunity to develop your expertise, work alongside experienced colleagues and make a significant contribution to delivering justice for victims and their families.
Working in Major Crime
Major crime investigations are often dynamic and unpredictable, with operational demand fluctuating at short notice. As such, flexibility is essential and there will be occasions where extended hours are required to meet investigative needs.
The Surrey and Sussex Major Crime Team operates across both force areas and officers are expected to work wherever operational demand requires, supporting colleagues and investigations across Surrey and Sussex to ensure the most effective use of resources.
The current vacancy is at Woking.
Selection Process
The selection process will consist of a written Expression of Interest (maximum 500 words- not 1000 as Talent link states), outlining your suitability for the role and demonstrating how your skills, experience and personal qualities meet the requirements of the position. Applications will be assessed against the role criteria, and shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend a competency-based interview.
Flexible Working
Policing is a demanding and rewarding profession, but we understand that life extends beyond work. We are committed to supporting our people to achieve a healthy work-life balance and encourage conversations about flexible working options. We welcome discussions around part-time working, job shares and other arrangements that support both individual wellbeing and operational requirements.
Chief Constables' MessageWe really welcome your interest in joining our Police Force. It is a privilege to lead the teams in Surrey Police and Sussex Police who continuously work selflessly and tirelessly in order to keep people in our counties safe.
We are looking for talented and inspirational people who put the needs of the public at the heart of everything that they do and who want to make a difference. If you feel you are that person then we want to hear from you.
We wish you all the very best with your application.
Chief Constable Tim De Meyer & Chief Constable Jo Shiner
The Role and Key Responsibilities- Investigate serious and complex offences, including murder, manslaughter, gross negligence manslaughter, corporate manslaughter and Kidnap / Extortion.
- Conduct enquiries and investigative tasks in support of major crime investigations across Surrey and Sussex and, where required, beyond force boundaries.
- Plan and conduct witness and suspect interviews in accordance with PEACE principles, securing best evidence and progressing investigations effectively.
- Work collaboratively with Major Crime colleagues, MIR staff, specialist teams and partner agencies to progress investigations and achieve the best possible outcomes.
- Manage investigations as a case officer when required, taking responsibility for progressing investigative enquiries, preparing high-quality case files and liaising with criminal justice partners. You will be required to attend court proceedings and give evidence where necessary, ensuring investigations are effectively presented throughout the judicial process.
- Perform other investigative duties as directed by a Supervisor and senior management / the SIO.
Major Crime (and the wider Specialist Crime Command) are committed to being an inclusive work environment where all can thrive no matter their background.
We warmly welcome applications from those belonging to underrepresented groups within Policing.
In MCT, we deal with crime that can involve any section of society, and we know from experience that officers and staff with a cultural understanding are an asset to our team and the investigations we undertake. We believe that to be the best Department we can be, and to get the best outcomes for the public of Surrey & Sussex, we must represent our communities. We celebrate the diversity of all our team members and we look forward to hearing from DCs from minority ethnic heritage or religious backgrounds and those fluent in languages other than English.
Skills & ExperienceTo be successful in this role, you will be a substantive PIP 2 accredited Detective Constable with evidenced experience in criminal investigations and a proven ability to analyse complex information, assess risk and make sound investigative decisions.
You will be PEACE interview trained, with qualifications in specialist witness and / or suspect interviewing considered advantageous. Additional specialist investigative skills and experience will also be welcomed – and there will be ample opportunity to gain these skills once in post.
You will be able to demonstrate:
- Evidenced experience of investigating serious and complex crime with complexities such as multiple offenders, scenes or potential hypotheses.
- Strong analytical and decision-making skills, with the ability to assess information, identify investigative opportunities and progress enquiries effectively.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage confidently with victims, witnesses, colleagues, partner agencies and other professionals, adapting your approach to suit different audiences, cultural influences and circumstances.
- Resilience, professionalism and sound judgement when working in challenging and demanding environments.
- A collaborative approach, recognising the importance of teamwork in delivering successful investigative outcomes.
To apply to transfer to Surrey Police, you must:
- Be a substantive officer (at appropriate rank) and not subject to a probationary period
- Be a serving police officer in a Home Office Force
- Pass the necessary vetting, occupational health and fitness checks; such checks will not be carried out until after a successful interview
- Have no outstanding discipline, integrity or performance issues
- Have resided in the UK for three years immediately prior to submitting your application, or be able to provide a certificate of good conduct from the relevant country
- Have a full UK manual driving licence, with less than 6 penalty points
- Not be a current or previous member of a proscribed terrorist organisation or group
- Declare any business interest
- Declare any membership or involvement with the reserve Forces
- Not have tattoos which could cause offence
- Not have any existing County Court Judgements (CCJs) outstanding against you or have registered bankrupt and not have been discharged for at least three years
For further information please email transferees@surrey.police.uk
Diversity StatementWe are only as good as our people. It's important that our officers and staff can be themselves in the workplace and we know that as an organisation we'll grow from the variety of thinking, approach, and the skills that diversity brings; all of which help us to deliver a better policing service. We strive to ensure how we deliver our services, provide information and how we recruit is open and accessible to all.
We have multiple staff support groups who help to improve our understanding of minority issues and ensure they are reflected in our work. We are proud members of Disability Confident, hold Race Equality Matters Trailblazer status, are a signatory of the Race at Work Charter and are aligned with the Armed Forces Covenant and the HeForShe movement.
We are committed to being an anti-racist police service. We promise to challenge injustice, ensure fairness and to uphold anti-racist principles in both our organisation and our communities. For more information, you can read our full anti-racism statement here.
We value the differences that people bring from all backgrounds and communities. Regardless of age, sex, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, disability, social status, or religious belief, we would love to hear from you.
Please use the following links to find out more on Equality, Diversity and Inclusion at Surrey Police and Sussex Police
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