Vacancy Reference Number
20571
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Number of Vacancies
5
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(B) OCU
Central Specialist Crime
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Location
Croydon, Hammersmith, Islington, Stoke Newington, Walworth, Wandsworth
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Band
Band C
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Part/Full Time
Full Time
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Hours per Week
36 hours per week
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Type of Contract
Fixed Term
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Contract Duration
24 Month
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Job Advert
Job Title: POCA Confiscator – Payback Units
Salary: The starting salary is £48,995, which includes allowances totalling £3,009.
The salary is broken down as £45,986 basic salary, which will increase annually until you reach the top of the scale £54,863. Plus, a location allowance of £2,009 and a non-pensionable allowance of £1,000.
Location: Stoke Newington, Walworth, Wandsworth, Hammersmith, Croydon and Islington.
Contract: 2 Year Fixed term contract
The Metropolitan Police Service Economic Crime (EC) Command is part of Central Specialist Crime and specialises in the investigation of fraud and money laundering offences and the conduct of financial investigations. EC has a wide range of strands as it tackles some of the most serious offenders and prevents them gaining financially from their crimes. It also manages a wide range of investigations including sensitive, high-profile enquiries that span national and international boundaries. This is a unique opportunity for experienced POCA Confiscators to join the newly formed BCU Payback Units, and to be successful in this role you will:
Maintain FIO/FI/Confiscation/CRISP accreditation as per the Proceeds of Crime Centre requirements
Tutor AFIs through their FI and FIO training
Investigate allegations of money laundering, tracing assets in the UK and overseas, and analysing financial accounts and bank statements.
Lead in the financial investigation of all appropriate cases
Prepare orders under POCA such as production, detention, freezing and forfeiture orders
Identify and pursue opportunities for the recovery of criminal assets using Part 5 powers for the forfeiture and seizure of cash, funds held in bank accounts and where accredited, listed assets and crypto currency
Conduct confiscation and restraint investigations, including the preparation of Section 16 and 41 statements
Attend court and obtain POCA orders at Magistrates and Crown Courts, and give evidence in relation to financial investigations and confiscations
Take responsibility for the financial aspect of designated operations, liaising closely with case officers, attending briefings, and assisting with the development of the investigation
Contribute to asset recovery for the Met
Support the wider Met with financial intelligence and financial investigations
Maintain your own continuing professional development
About you
To be a success in this vital role it’s essential that you possess the following skills and expertise:
Confiscator accreditation (including Part 5 powers) with a proven track record of conducting and concluding investigations under POCA
Experience of court procedures and processes, including giving evidence
Knowledge and understanding of CPIA disclosure rules
Proficient IT skills with well developed knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel
The ability to assimilate and analyse large quantities of information and make sound judgements
Exceptional attention to detail, with the confidence to produce and present clear, concise and accurate reports suitable for court proceedings
Excellent communication, planning, organisational and time management skills
The ability to work under pressure and prioritise a demanding workload while meeting legislative deadlines
Experience of using Altia banking analysis software would be desirable
Benefits
When you join us you’ll enjoy the great benefits that you’d expect from one of London's largest employers. These include generous annual leave, a highly competitive pension, excellent training and opportunities for development and progression, interest free season ticket loans, membership of Met sports and social clubs, flexible working conditions and much more. For more details please visit our pay and benefits page.
Vetting
This post requires access to the most sensitive intelligence material on a daily basis. Applicants must hold or be prepared to undergo National Security Vetting (NSV) Security Check (enhanced) (SC(e) level before taking up the post; with a willingness to undergo Developed Vetting (DV) once in post, if required.
How to apply
To begin your career at the Met, please click the "apply button “. The application process requires a comprehensive CV, a Personal Statement, and an online application form. In your Personal Statement, you should explain your interest in the position and illustrate how your skills and experiences make you a suitable candidate. Please note that you should not submit two copies of your CV, and ensure that your documents are saved in either PDF or Word format, clearly labelled as CV and/or Personal Statement.
Completed applications must be submitted by 23:55 on 31st August 2026.
Once received, your application will be reviewed against eligibility criteria, following this, your application will be reviewed by the hiring manager.
Following application review, successful candidates will be invited to interview.
www.metpolicecareers.co.uk
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Essential For The Role
Essential criteria for the Role
Accredited Confiscator (including Part 5 powers) with proven track record of conducting and concluding investigations under POCA.
Experienced in court procedures and processes, including giving evidence
Knowledge and understanding of CPIA disclosure rules
Proficient IT user with strong skills in Microsoft Word and Excel Ability to assimilate and analyse large quantities of information and make sound judgements
Exceptional attention to detail, with the ability to produce clear, concise, and accurate reports suitable for court proceedings and confidently present findings
Excellent communication skills.
Excellent planning, organising and time management skills with the ability to work under pressure and prioritise a demanding workload to meet legislative deadlines.
Desirable Criteria
Experience in using Altia banking analysis software
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Required Languages
English
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Reports To
Band C
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Additional Information
CVF Staff Band.pdf – 971KB Opens in a new window
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Disability Confident Statement
The Met is committed to being an equitable (fair and impartial) and inclusive employer for disabled people, striving to have a diverse and representative workforce at all levels. We encourage applications from people from the widest possible range of backgrounds, cultures and experiences. We particularly welcome applications from people with disabilities and long-term conditions, ethnic minority groups and women.
As a Disability Confident Leader, the Met has committed to making disability equality part of our everyday practice. We ensure that people with disabilities and those with long term conditions have the opportunities to fulfil their potential and realise their aspirations.
The Met is committed to making reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process to ensure disabled applicants can perform at their best. If you need any reasonable adjustments or changes to the application and recruitment process, we ask that you include this information within your application form. All matters will be treated in strict confidence.
Please note, if you are applying for a police officer role or to become a police community support officer (PCSO) or designated detention officer (DDO), there is a minimum requirement that you must pass a job-related fitness test (JRFT) at point of entry. This does not apply to police staff roles. Find out more about police fitness standards.
Read our full disability confidence statement.
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