KD8072 - Serious & Complex Crime Police Staff Investigator

Police Staff Investigator - Serious and Complex Crime

Salary: £33,606 - £35,772 (Scale 6)
Location: Dewsbury
Contract: Full Time
Hours: 37 hours per week (Monday to Friday 7am-7pm flexi rota)

Only serving police officers with PIPL2 accreditation who are due to retire within the next 90 days can consider applying as a staff member.

Could you help bring serious and organised criminals to justice?

We are looking for an experienced and accredited Police Staff Investigator to join our Non-Recent Child Sexual Exploitation & Abuse Investigation Team.

To work in the Non-Recent Child Sexual Exploitation & Abuse Investigation Team successful candidates must hold PIPL2 accreditation.

Why join our Non-Recent Child Sexual Exploitation & Abuse Investigation Team?

This role offers the opportunity to work on some of the most significant investigations across the region, helping to tackle serious and organised crime and protect vulnerable communities. You will work alongside experienced investigators and specialists, developing your expertise while contributing to investigations that make a real difference.

Role and Responsibilities

We are looking for individuals who have the empathy to support victims during difficult times and the courage to bring offenders to justice. The role involves a commitment to partnership with other internal WYP and external / foreign force departments, Crime Prosecution Service, Safeguarding Central Governance Unit, Operation Hydrant, Child Social Care, Health, Education and non-statutory agencies.

Key duties include:

As a Police Staff Investigator, you will:

Lead and support investigations into serious and complex criminal activity

Gather, analyse and evaluate intelligence, evidence and investigative material from a range of sources

Interview witnesses and suspects in accordance with PIP 2 investigative standards

Develop investigative strategies, assess risk and identify opportunities to progress enquiries

Prepare case files, evidential reports and disclosure documentation for criminal proceedings

Work closely with officers, specialist units, partner agencies and the Crown Prosecution Service

Support victims throughout investigations, ensuring appropriate safeguarding measures are in place

Maintain accurate records and ensure all evidence is managed in accordance with legislation and policy

Expectations

Investigating some of the most serious and complex crimes affecting our communities, you will work alongside investigators, specialists and partner agencies. You will play a key role in gathering evidence, developing intelligence and building robust case files that support successful prosecutions.

You will be expected to:

Interview victims and witnesses of NRCSEA

Identify suspects from disclosure

Review third party material relating to the victim to identify and extract corroborating evidence

Interrogate intelligence systems

Take part in planned operations to arrest and interview suspects

Manage disclosure in line with CPIA

Work closely with the CPS to submit complex evidential / case files, and

Perform the role of OIC for protracted Crown Court trials

Essential Criteria

This is a challenging and rewarding opportunity for an individual who thrives in a fast-paced investigative environment and has the skills, resilience and determination to pursue complex lines of enquiry.

We are seeking candidates who can demonstrate:

Proven experience of conducting investigations or using a structured and methodical approach to problem solving

Strong analytical and decision-making skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Knowledge of relevant legislation, including PACE, CPIA, RIPA, ECHR and Investigatory Powers legislation

Experience of using IT systems to gather, record and manage intelligence and evidence

A sound understanding of the Criminal Justice System

PIP Level 2 accreditation

You will be a professional and resilient individual who can build effective working relationships, manage competing priorities and maintain high standards while working on complex investigations.

Benefits/What We Offer

West Yorkshire Police staff can access a wide range of benefits designed to support work–life balance, wellbeing, development and financial security. These include:

Generous annual leave allowance - 29 days annual leave, rising to 34 days after five years of service (plus bank holidays)

Flexible working options, including agile working arrangements to help you manage your professional and personal commitments

Membership of the West Yorkshire Pension Fund, a secure Defined Benefit CARE (Career Average Revalued Earnings) pension scheme

Membership options for the Police Treatment Centre and The Police Children’s Charity (eligibility-dependent)

Access to savings, discounts and cashback rewards through staff schemes, including eligibility to purchase a Blue Light Card

Option to sign up to our Cycle to work scheme (eligibility-dependent)

Access to a wide range of internal wellbeing services and support programmes

Opportunities for career development and training

Supportive HR policies, including maternity, paternity and other family-friendly provisions

A meaningful career with a clear sense of purpose supporting policing services that protect communities

Opportunities to join staff networks, wellbeing groups, and sports clubs

Be part of an organisation with a long-term commitment to sustainability and environmental responsibility

Work for a diverse and inclusive organisation that aims to be representative of the communities it serves

We have achieved Disability Confident Leader, Menopause Friendly Employer, Endometriosis Friendly Employer and White Ribbon accreditation, and have established staff networks and associations to support a fairer, more diverse workplace for everyone.

West Yorkshire Fair Work Charter

https://www.westyorks-ca.gov.uk/business/growth-hub/better-business-practices/fair-work-charter/

For more information about what we offer, visit: Employee Benefits https://www.westyorkshire.police.uk/jobs-volunteer/benefits

We welcome talent from the widest possible pool, so we can build a workforce that better reflects the communities we serve, bringing a broader range of skills, experiences, perspectives and ideas to policing.

Application Information

For more information about the role, please email Hayley Nortcliffe or DCI Phil Davis

Police Staff Investigator Manager: Hayley.Nortcliffe@westyorkshire.police.uk

Detective Chief Inspector: Philip.Davis@westyorkshire.police.uk

If you are an experienced investigator looking for your next challenge and want to play a key role in tackling serious and complex crime, we encourage you to apply.

The vacancy will close on the 8th November 2026 at 23:55 hours.

The successful candidate will be subject to personal and financial vetting checks prior to appointment.