Our mission is simple... to help the world Love Mondays.
Every week, thousands of people across the UK start a new job – and it's our job to help them get there.
REED is a specialist provider of permanent, contract, temporary and outsourced recruitment solutions
Salary: £32,247 (pro rata)
Hours: 22.2 hours per week (0.6 FTE)
Contract: Fixed-Term
Location: Ryton-on-Dunsmore
Working Pattern: Alternating weekly rota (see below)
Are you an experienced crime investigator with a passion for tackling financial crime? A national police team is seeking a dedicated Fraud & Theft Investigator to join their team on a part-time basis.
?? About the Role
As a Fraud & Theft Investigator, you will:
- Investigate vehicle finance theft and fraud cases submitted by financial institutions.
- Develop and disseminate intelligence to prevent and detect crime.
- Prepare evidential files for further police investigation.
- Provide expert guidance on vehicle seizure and recovery.
- Liaise with law enforcement and private sector partners across the UK and internationally.
?? What You'll Need
Essential:
- QCF Level 2 (5 GCSEs including Maths and English) or equivalent experience.
- Proven knowledge of evidence gathering and criminal law.
- Strong report writing and communication skills.
- Computer literate with accurate data handling skills.
Desirable:
- Understanding of data protection and civil legislation relevant to finance and vehicle crime.
?? Working Pattern
You'll work 3 days per week (22.2 hours), alternating between:
Week 1:
- Mon–Tue: Off
- Wed–Fri: Working office hours
Week 2:
- Mon–Wed: Working office hours
- Thu–Fri: Off
You'll also be part of an occasional weekend on-call rota, responding to calls and completing paperwork from home.
�? Why Join Them?
- Fully remote role – no office attendance required.
- Work with a national policing unit tackling high-impact financial crime.
- Be part of a collaborative, mission-driven team.
- Gain exposure to complex investigations and multi-agency operations.
Note: This role is subject to MV SC police vetting and a 12-month probationary period. You must hold a full UK driving licence.
Apply now to help protect the public and disrupt organised financial crime.
18% of the business is owned by the Reed Foundation, which supports good causes around the world. Set up by Sir Alec Reed in 1985, it's the driving force behind all of REED's philanthropic activities.
The Foundation provides funding for a number of charities, channelled via the Big Give, the online donation platform that allows donors to discover and donate to projects of interest.