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We are recruiting for 2024! As we gear up for the new year, we are seeking motivated individuals who are ready to embark on their next career step. Start dates for successful candidates will commence from January 2024, offering a fresh start and ample time to prepare for this exciting new chapter.

A Scenes of Crime Officer is required for a Permanent, full-time role paying £32,757.33 per annum, plus £3,033.56 London Allowance, 10% Shift allowance and 10% On Call allowance per annum with the British Transport Police (BTP) based in London.

BTP is the National Police Force for the rail network throughout Great Britain, including London Underground, across which we ensure the safety and security of nearly 3 billion passenger journeys and over 100 million tons of freight every year. The world in which we work is fast paced, operationally and commercially demanding, and constantly changing.

As a Scenes of Crime Officer with BTP you will contribute to crime investigation and the identification of offenders by carrying out an appropriate examination of crime & incident scenes and by the value-based assessment and recovery of forensic evidence. You will be required to provide specialist advice and guidance to personnel regarding forensic issues to support the investigation of all categories of crime and gather information and evidence required to identify a deceased person in a prompt manner. You will limit disruption on the railways where crime or fatalities have occurred by conducting examinations in a methodical and strategic manner that allows partial or full opening of lines whilst maximising forensic evidence recovery.

As a Scenes of Crime Officer you will be required to:

• Conduct a full examination at crime scenes and decide what evidence to gather ensuring quality standard processes are followed and maintained in an impartial and independent manner.
• Attend disruption and fatality scenes, mortuaries and post-mortems to assist in the recovery of any/all forensic samples. Be able to work in such environments and handle deceased persons and assist in specialist body recovery at scene. To photograph and obtain fingerprints and DNA samples from the deceased for the purpose of identification for both police and coroner use whilst maintaining respect and dignity for the deceased. To attend the residence of the deceased to obtain fingerprints and DNA for comparison identification.
• Proactively monitor and assess incidents for forensic opportunities and communicate with victims of crime, witnesses or investigators to establish whether attendance is appropriate.
• Be part of the Disaster Victim Identification cadre for the recovery of deceased persons, mortuary procedures and be familiar with Interpol and NPCC description forms.
• Provide complex and/or in-depth reports covering all forensic activities and to attend court when required and act as an expert witness.

Further information about this vacancy can be found in the attached job description

The successful Scenes of Crime Officer will be required to evidence the following:

• Qualified to degree level in Forensic Science related subject or relevant experience in the field.
• Excellent organisational and administrative ability.
• Ability to deal with difficult situations to work calmly and accurately under pressure.
• Knowledge of all forensic related science.
• Please note: A Full clean Driving License is required for this role.

Additional Information

• The job involves extensive travel across the UK, working long hours, which may sometimes be unsociable, including shifts and on call
• Working with little or no daily supervision
• The job will necessitate working in difficult circumstances including tunnels, steep embankments and outside in all weather conditions etc
• The job entails dealing with extremely distressing situations including scenes involving death and mutilation, liaising with family members who have received news of recent loss of a loved one and victims of crime

HOW TO APPLY: Please submit a CV and Cover letter as One PDF document outlining the following points below:

• BTP SOCO’s often work alone with limited supervision. How do you plan your day and workload?
• A significant part of the role involves dealing with fatalities and will involve communicating with very recently bereaved family members or distressed people, often in sudden and unexpected circumstances – please give an example of a time you have had to adapt your communication in a difficult situation.
• BTP SOCO’s drive vans daily and sometimes cover long distances – please confirm you hold a UK driving license and the categories which you hold. A copy of your driving license will be required if you are successful in obtaining an interview.
• What interest you in the SOCO role and why do you feel you are a suitable candidate?

If you are interested in applying to this Scenes of Crime Officer role then please do not delay as interviews will be held as soon as appropriate candidates are highlighted. In return for your experience, we can offer you:

• Salary of £32,757.33 per annum, plus £3,033.56 London Allowance, 10% Shift allowance and 10% On Call allowance per annum
• Yearly base salary increments (subject to satisfactory performance in last PDR year)
• Working from home allowance available to purchase suitable equipment for blended & home working
• 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Family friendly policies including up to 26 weeks paid maternity and adoption leave
• Bespoke benefits platform and access to Blue Light Card
• Development opportunities including fully funded apprenticeships
• Employee assistance programme and dedicated wellbeing hub
• Pension scheme

BTP is an employer who cares about the impact we have on the environment and the wider challenges of climate change, and as such we are committed to reducing our carbon footprint and achieving Net Zero Carbon (NZC) through offsetting by 2035.

At BTP we are proud guardians of the railway and it is crucial that we represent the diverse communities we serve and protect. As ‘One BTP’ across the UK, we know that diversity, inclusion and belonging help us improve our decision making, foster creativity and drive innovation so all our people can thrive.

Our vacancies are open to everyone and all appointments are made based on merit. So that we can become more diverse we encourage applications from candidates from Black, Asian, and minority ethnic backgrounds, women, people who have a disability, those who are neurodiverse and persons who identify as LGBTQI+. We use positive action to encourage potential candidates from underrepresented groups through targeted workshops or advice sessions. If you have the skills, experience and values that here in BTP we pride ourselves on then we would welcome you to apply.

For more information on Positive Action please click or email the team on

If you want to ask us any awkward or ‘obvious’ questions, if you are you unsure whether your personal circumstances are suitable for a career as a Scenes of Crime Officer but don’t know how to talk to us about it OR you have any questions about the application process, please email our friendly and helpful team where we will be happy to help you: . If your question related to equality or diversity then you can also contact our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion team directly at: To reassure you, anything you ask us will be in the strictest confidence and will not form part of your application.

In order to apply, you must have the permanent right to live and work in the UK and have been resident in the UK for the previous 3 YEARS. You will be asked these and other questions to determine your eligibility to work for British Transport Police when you start your application and you must answer honestly.

BTP GPP Police Staff Pension Scheme is administered by Royal London and this is a group personal pension plan which is available to all police staff. It’s a defined contribution scheme, offering employees the flexibility to vary their pension contributions from 4.4% to 12% of their salary. For more information, visit the Royal London or email us at

Please note if you are an existing member of Police Staff in the RPS your pension will not be affected.

Internal candidates must have completed their probation for their current substantive posting and can only apply in tenure if Head of Department approval is emailed to prior to the vacancy closing. Internal candidates must confirm that they are not subject to formal action plans for sickness/complaints/discipline or poor performance and that all mandatory training courses have been attended and are in ticket/up to date. A minimum rating of 3 (performing) or a rating of U (no rating) must have been achieved on the last reporting year PDR.

Expected salary: £32757.33 per year

Location: London

Job date: Wed, 20 Dec 2023 23:22:05 GMT

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Job description: The United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime is a United Nations office that was established in 1997 as the Office for Drug Control and Crime Prevention by combining the United Nations International Drug Control Program (UNDCP) and the Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice Division in the United Nations Office at Vienna. It is a member of the United Nations Development Group and was renamed the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime in 2002.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Position: Administrative and Finance Associate

Job Identification: 14949
Job Location: Abuja, Nigeria
Job Schedule: Full time
Grade: SB3
Vacancy Type: Service Contract Holders
Practice Area: Effectiveness
Bureau: Regional Bureau for Africa
Contract Duration: 1 Year with Possibility for extension

Job Description

• The incumbent will work under the direct supervision of the Project Coordinator and under the overall guidance of CONIG lead staff in charge of financial, budgetary and administrative support services.

Duties And Responsibilities
The incumbent will carry out the following tasks:

Lead and provide financial and budgetary management support for the project:

• Prepare budget estimates, expenditure estimates, financial reports, etc.
• Undertake finance business process mapping and ensure proper accounting for project expenditures.
• Assist with the monitoring of expenditures to ensure they remain within authorized levels.
• Lead and carry out procurement and other assigned administrative functions for the project:
• Take the lead for and prepare procurement plans and ensure their timely implementation.
• Assist in proper assets management, monitoring, recording and disposal, in preparing Receipt and Inspection (R & I) reports for submission to relevant procurement units and auditing missions.
• Adapt and implement processes and procedures to ensure full compliance with UN, UNODC and UNDP rules, regulations, financial records, reports, audit requirements, and internal control.
• Assist in ensuring accurate and complete accounting and reporting of project expenditures.
• Adapt and implement processes and procedures to ensure full compliance with UN, UNODC and UNDP rules, regulations, financial records, reports, audit requirements, and internal control.
• Coordinate closely with concerned counterpart colleagues in CONIG, UNDP and UNODC/UNOV.
• Coordinate closely with concerned counterpart colleagues in CONIG, UNDP and UNODC/UNOV.
• Advise and make arrangements for shipment and receipt of office and project supplies and equipment and household effects; including customs clearance.
• Provide advice and assist staff members and their dependants by processing requests for visas, identity cards, driving licenses and other necessary personnel-related documents in accordance with the requirements of the United Nations and the country of the duty station location.
• Provide backstopping in leading and providing operational, organizational and logistical support to the project:
• Work closely with the lead Programme Assistant of the project, support work in this area and serve as back-up as needed.
• Provide operational, organizational and logistical support for project activities as needed and assigned.
• Perform other duties as required, such as general correspondence, attend meetings and prepare minutes of meetings, etc.

Education
Required Skills and Experience:

• Secondary education with a recognized professional certificate in personnel administration, account/finance or related fields may be considered.
• University Degree in Business or Public Administration, Personnel Administration, Social Sciences or related field is desirable.

Experience:

• A minimum of six (6) years of progressively responsible professional experience in financial and budgetary management support and in providing administrative assistance for project implementation and management preferably in a civil service, NGO, or international organisation environment.
• Computer literacy, specifically advanced skills in MS Office Suite.
• Work experience in the United Nations System would be an asset.

Competencies:

• Professionalism: Expertise in budgetary and financial management including knowledge of the financial rules and regulations of the United Nations as well as familiarity with UN policies and procedures as they relate to programme budgeting and financial administration; knowledge of project administration and organization including demonstrated professional competence and mastery of administrative processes; ability to perform a range of administrative functions, including event planning and organizing and human resources administration; ability to map out potential risks and make contingencies, as required. Shows pride in work and achievements; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; and demonstrable commitment to the values of the United Nations, particularly integrity in daily activities and behaviors.
• Accountability: Takes ownership of responsibilities and honours commitments; delivers outputs for which one has responsibility within prescribed time, cost, and quality standards; operates in compliance with organizational regulations and rules; takes responsibility for delegated assignments; takes personal responsibility for his/her own shortcomings and those of the work unit, where applicable.
• Client Orientation: Considers all those to whom services are provided to be “clients” and seeks to see things from clients’ point of view; establishes and maintains productive partnerships with clients by gaining their trust and respect; identifies clients’ needs and matches them to appropriate solutions; monitors ongoing developments inside and outside the clients’ environment to keep informed and anticipate problems; keeps clients informed of progress or setbacks in projects; meets timeline for delivery of products or services to clients.
• Teamwork: Proven interpersonal skills and the ability to establish and maintain effective working relations with people in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity. Works collaboratively with colleagues within and outside of UNODC to achieve organizational goals; solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others; places team agenda before personal agenda; supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.
• Planning & Organizing: Able to establish priorities and to plan, coordinate and monitor work while prioritizing competing demands; able to work on tight deadlines; knowledge on how to develop clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and projects as necessary; uses time efficiently.

Expected salary:

Location: Abuja, FCT

Job date: Mon, 04 Dec 2023 07:22:36 GMT

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Job description: Job Family: Risk & Regulatory Compliance Consulting

Travel Required: None

Clearance Required: None

What You Will Do:

As part of the team, you will:

Assist and deliver high quality client engagements to assess and/or enhance organisations anti-financial crime systems and controls, including as part of a s.166 engagement.

Assist in the investigation of potential financial crime issues, including money laundering, sanctions violations, bribery and corruption and fraudulent financial activity.

Support project managers in the planning, execution and management of small and large engagements including project management, progress tracking, providing client updates, billing, and engagement productivity, quality, and other relevant analytics.

Assist in preparing AML and sanctions training to Boards and across all three lines of defence.

Please note that Guidehouse will not offer visa sponsorship for this role.

What You Will Need:

1.5+ years of relevant work experience.

Able and willing to work a flexible schedule: both remotely AND in our London offices (at least one day per week) AND/OR clients’ sites when needed.

Passionate about combating financial crime and assisting clients by providing innovative and effective solutions.

A critical thinker with a strong eye for detail and creative in problem solving. Strong analytical skills.

Confidence and ability to communicate clearly and quickly to establish credibility with clients and colleagues.

Excellent writing skills and fluency in English. Assist with the production and delivery of high-quality client deliverables, client communications, proposals and marketing materials.

Consultancy, other professional services or regulatory experience.

Ability to travel as needed.

Technical:

Demonstrable knowledge and experience in the following areas:

AML (e.g., transaction monitoring or correspondent banking);

Familiarity operating under JMLSG and UK Money Laundering Regulations 2017 (amended 2019);

Enterprise-wide or business line AML/CTF risk assessments, gap assessments and compliance monitoring and testing; and

Financial crime related governance, policies and procedures, desk-top procedures and other methodologies to assure good practices and appropriate accountability and oversight.

What Would Be Nice To Have:

Knowledge of other financial crime legislation/regulation (e.g., Sanctions, Anti-Bribery & Corruption, Fraud, Market Abuse).

CAMS, ICA, CFE or similar professional certifications.

A Bachelor’s degree or completed apprenticeship programme at a relevant institution e.g., regulator, consulting firm, accounting firm.

What We Offer:

Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

About Guidehouse

Guidehouse is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status, religion, creed, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, age, genetic information, or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.

If you have visited our website for information about employment opportunities, or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation, please contact Guidehouse Recruiting via email at . All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodation.

Guidehouse does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Guidehouse and Guidehouse will not be obligated to pay a placement fee.

Expected salary:

Location: London

Job date: Fri, 24 Nov 2023 00:41:23 GMT

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