An exciting opportunity to join the Economic Crime and Confiscation Unit (ECCU) at the Law Officers’ Department in Jersey as an Economic Crime Investigator. Do you enjoy finding the answer? Investigations happen in many different fields of work, and we are seeking a team with a variety of criminal justice investigative backgrounds. Our investigators are hungry for detail, enjoy gathering evidence and have the tenacity to follow all reasonable lines of enquiry to completion. Cases will be varied, often complicated and the work you will be involved with will frequently be newsworthy making your efforts feel tangible.
The role focuses on addressing the significant threat of economic crime to Jersey through the investigation, to support the prosecution, of complex international financial crime and money laundering cases. Working collaboratively with legal advisers, colleagues, and external stakeholders, you will be undertaking investigations and ensuring the effective progression of cases from intelligence development through to prosecution and conclusion.
The role involves obtaining, evaluating, and analysing financial intelligence, reviewing complex evidential material, and supporting the preparation of criminal case files to facilitate the prosecution of economic crime. You will also contribute to the preparation of applications for asset forfeiture under the Forfeiture of Assets (Civil Proceedings) (Jersey) Law 2018.
You will be required to demonstrate excellent computer literacy, organisation and time management skills, the ability to work to deadlines, follow clear processes and comply with procedures.
In house training will be provided to build confidence and knowledge, to enable you to support the ECCU team in the prosecution of serious and complex financial crime cases. Please contact Jeremy Phillips ( j.phillips@lawofficers.je ) to arrange for an informal discussion.
Professions: Central Government