Financial Investigator

Financial Investigator – Remote UK | Security Industry Authority (SIA) | 2 Permanent Positions

The Security Industry Authority (SIA) is recruiting 2 experienced Financial Investigators to join its national Criminal Enforcement team. This is an excellent opportunity for qualified investigators looking to work from home while supporting the UK’s fight against financial crime. This permanent Civil Service position offers a competitive salary, an outstanding pension scheme, flexible working arrangements, continuous professional development, and the opportunity to work on complex criminal and financial investigations across the UK.

UK-based applicants only.
Skilled Worker visa sponsorship is not available for this role.

Job Summary

• Job Title: Financial Investigator
• Employer: Security Industry Authority (SIA)
• Reference Number: 470647
• Department: Inspections & Enforcement – Criminal Investigations
• Grade: Executive Officer (EO)
• Salary: £37,351–£42,500 per year
• Employer Pension Contribution: 28.97%
• Contract Type: Permanent
• Working Pattern: Full-time, Flexible Working, Home-based
• Location: Remote (Anywhere in the UK)
• Number of Positions: 2
• Application Deadline: 26 July 2026 (11:55 PM)

About the Security Industry Authority (SIA)

The Security Industry Authority (SIA) is an independent public body sponsored by the UK Home Office. It regulates the UK’s private security industry to ensure high professional standards and public safety. The organisation is responsible for licensing private security operatives, managing the Approved Contractor Scheme, investigating criminal offences within the security industry, and protecting the public through effective regulation and enforcement across the United Kingdom.

About the Role

As a Financial Investigator, you will join the SIA’s Criminal Enforcement function within the Inspections and Enforcement Directorate. You will act as the Officer in Charge (OIC), leading financial and criminal investigations from intelligence gathering through prosecution and court proceedings.

The role involves investigations under:

• Proceeds of Crime Act (POCA) 2002
• Private Security Industry Act 2001
• Fraud Act 2006
• Money laundering legislation
• Other relevant criminal legislation

This is an excellent opportunity for accredited investigators seeking a rewarding Civil Service career while working remotely.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead financial and criminal investigations from beginning to conclusion.
• Conduct investigations under the Proceeds of Crime Act (POCA).
• Manage confiscation and restraint proceedings.
• Investigate money laundering offences.
• Gather, analyse and evaluate financial evidence.
• Apply for and execute search warrants.
• Conduct interviews in accordance with PACE.
• Prepare prosecution files and court documentation.
• Attend court hearings and provide professional evidence.
• Produce detailed investigation reports.
• Manage multiple investigations simultaneously.
• Work closely with police forces, government agencies and enforcement partners.
• Maintain accurate investigation records.
• Support wider criminal enforcement operations.

Training and Professional Development

The SIA is committed to supporting your career through ongoing training and development. Successful applicants will receive support to maintain their NCA Financial Investigator accreditation, continuous professional development through FISS, assistance in obtaining or maintaining PIP1 accreditation, specialist training on the Private Security Industry Act 2001, and access to further learning opportunities to enhance career progression.

Essential Requirements

Applicants must have:

• Current NCA Accredited Financial Investigator status or accreditation that expired within the last three years.
• Practical experience with confiscation and restraint proceedings.
• Experience obtaining and executing warrants.
• Strong knowledge of the Proceeds of Crime Act (POCA).
• Excellent investigative, analytical and decision-making skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to independently manage complex investigations.
• Strong organisational and case management skills.
• Excellent teamwork and collaboration skills.
• Commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Access to a personal vehicle.

Desirable Requirements

• Experience working within the public sector.
• Understanding of commercial sector operations.
• Experience working remotely or from home.
• Knowledge of regulatory enforcement.

Travel Requirements

Although this is a home-based role, successful applicants must be willing to travel throughout the UK. The position includes occasional overnight stays, five weeks of in-person induction training during the first six months, and all approved business travel expenses are fully reimbursed.

Salary and Benefits

• Salary of £37,351–£42,500 per year.
• Civil Service Pension with 28.97% employer contribution.
• Flexible and home-based working.
• 27.5 days annual leave, increasing to 32.5 days with service.
• Gymflex and employee discount schemes.
• Professional development and recognised qualifications.
• Excellent career progression opportunities.

Recruitment Process

The recruitment process includes:

1. Online application.
2. Civil Service Numerical Test.
3. CV submission.
4. Personal Statement (maximum 500 words).
5. Shortlisting.
6. Microsoft Teams interview.
7. Interview assessment exercise.
8. Security and pre-employment checks.

Security Clearance

Successful applicants must pass a criminal record check, obtain Security Check (SC) clearance, normally have at least five years’ UK residency for vetting purposes, and satisfy Civil Service nationality requirements.

Visa Sponsorship

This vacancy does not offer Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Applicants must already have the legal right to work in the United Kingdom.

Application Deadline

Closing Date: Sunday, 26 July 2026, 11:55 PM.

Why Apply?

This is an excellent opportunity to join a respected UK government organisation, work remotely from anywhere in the UK, investigate complex financial crime, receive industry-leading professional development, and enjoy one of the Civil Service’s most generous pension schemes and employment benefits.