The Electoral Commission has ambitious plans for the next five
years with a new 5-year Corporate Plan full of exciting changes, which is
supporting their vision of a fair democracy fit for the future. That means growing as an organisation and
they are currently recruiting roles within the Electoral
Administration and Regulation (EAR) Directorate.
Investigator
C grade: £40,031-£42,033 per annum per annum depending
on skills, experience and qualification and generous civil service pension
scheme.
Staff with the London Office as
their work location will attract a London weighting allowance of £3,217 on top
of their base salary.
Full time & Permanent: The roles work on a Hybrid
basis which requires a minimum of 2 days office attendance (40%).
Location: London, Cardiff,
Edinburgh or Belfast office locations or homebased. Regular travel to London
will be required.
To apply you will be required to demonstrate experience in regulatory
investigations; investigative skills including planning, evidence gathering and
bundle preparation and experience of interpreting legislation and reaching
legally robust and justifiable conclusions in relation to casework.
The role of Investigator
sits within the Regulatory Support and Enforcement functions and plays
an integral role in the work of the Commission, ensuring a fair and
evidence-based regulation. Reporting to the
Enforcement Manager, you will play a pivotal role in conducting
enquiries, assessments, and investigations into potential offences under the
Political Parties, Elections and Referendums Act 2000 (PPERA). Your expertise
will be crucial in determining whether offenses have occurred and recommending
suitable initial sanctions. In addition to your investigative responsibilities,
you will be an invaluable resource for your colleagues, providing crucial
support in tackling emerging issues as they arise.
Your
contributions will directly impact the success of the Electoral Commission's
mission, driving forward important projects and initiatives. You will also play
a key role in enhancing the efficiency of our business processes and supporting
work across the EAR and broader Commission efforts. Your efforts will
ultimately help to ensure the integrity of our electoral system and uphold the
principles of democracy.
For
further information including job description, additional information and how
to apply visit: www.clarendonexecutive.com
Applications must be made directly to The
Electoral Commission UK website.
The Electoral Commission wants to attract
the broadest range of talented people who are passionate about democracy. The
more diverse their workforce, the better they can adapt to and reflect the
needs of society. The Commission welcomes applications from all backgrounds and
as a staff member you will become part of an inclusive culture, where you will
have the opportunity to achieve your full potential and enhance your career
through learning and development.
Closing date is 21 April 2025 at 23:59 however the Commission reserves the right to close
the advert earlier if they receive a high volume of interest so please don’t
delay applying if interested.