Investigator

RSR is a public safety & enterprise security recruitment specialist.

We assist public safety employers to find the right talent.

We assist all employers when they want to source experienced public safety and enterprise security staff with key skills and experience.

We are currently recruiting on behalf of our public sector client for either PIP1 or PIP2 accredited Investigators to work on a full-time contract in Manchester ( North West).

**Main Duties**:

- Appropriately manage routine investigations into criminality, including offences of abuse against children and/or adults (including, for instance, conduct enquiries into alleged physical, sexual, emotional and/or financial abuse).
- Interview and obtain statements from complainants, witnesses and ‘routine investigation’ suspects, and assist with the interview of ‘Complex and Serious’ Investigation suspects.
- Operate appropriate SYP and external computer systems to research, gather intelligence and maintain records regarding individuals and investigations in particular CATS, Lynx, CMS and PNC, CASPRE and CONNECT. Work with colleagues and partners in obtaining information in the investigation and identification of suspects.
- Conduct investigations at the scene; make house-to-house enquiries; preserve and recover evidence. This may include the arrangement for the collection of documents/items required as exhibits e.g. photographs, DNA, fingerprints, and CCTV stills and footage relevant to the investigation. Make appropriate logs and records.
- Systematically seek, gather, evaluate and present evidence as part of investigations including cyber digital investigation.
- Use appropriate interview techniques e.g. comply with legal provisions for interviewing vulnerable persons / DVD and/or taped records. Produce admissible evidence.
- Search individual(s) or personal property.
- Prepare investigation reports and case files.
- Prepare for and participate in multi-agency meetings/case conferences, providing accurate and relevant information.
- Support and assist colleagues in undertaking investigations as required and directed by senior officer/line manager.
- Record reported crimes in accordance with the NCRS. Inform complainants / victims re the screening / filing of crime in line with Victim Code of Practice.
- Liaise with other agencies on behalf of the complainant e.g. Victim Support, Social Services etc. to provide care for vulnerable persons, victims and witnesses.
- Liaise with CPS and give evidence in Court.
- Promote and comply with SYP’s obligations under legislation, including the Equality Act 2010 and Health & Safety, both in the delivery of service and the treatment of others.

**Essential Requirements**:

- Either PIP1 or PIP2 accredited
- Experience of using police databases to research and record information.
- Experience of working in partnership with other departments and agencies
- Experience of gathering critical evidence by interviewing victims, significant witnesses and suspects.
- Experience of working effectively and efficiently as part of a team, and working with mínimal supervision
- Knowledge and understanding of College of Police guidance for Investigations

**If this role is not for you but you do know somebody who would be interested, please feel free to refer them to us We have a “Refer A Friend” bonus scheme and we will reward you retail vouchers for any referrals who are not already known to us and are successfully placed**

Red Snapper Recruitment is a member of the Red Snapper Group.

The Red Snapper Recruitment Group is an equal opportunities employer.