Review Officer - Ex Police Officers required - Reed : Job Details

Are you an experienced investigator with a passion for protecting vulnerable people and improving investigative standards? Operation Hydrant is seeking dedicated Review Officers to support and coordinate peer reviews and investigative assessments into non-recent child sexual abuse and exploitation cases.

We are looking for Ex Police Officers to join in new contract roles that have the potential to go on for over 3 years.

This is a remote working opportunity with some travel required - please apply to discuss details

Key Responsibilities:

• Facilitate and coordinate national peer reviews into institutional and high-profile abuse investigations
• Lead logistical arrangements for reviews requested by police forces across the UK
• Assess and prepare referrals for the National Child Sexual Abuse Review Panel
• Produce detailed and accurate review reports
• Support national CPD delivery and maintain SIO guidance documents
• Travel across England, Wales, Northern Ireland, and Scotland as required

Essential Criteria:

• Proven experience in reviewing criminal investigations and writing detailed reports
• ICIDP qualification or equivalent detective accreditation
• Background in serious and complex crime investigations, particularly child protection
• Strong partnership working and stakeholder engagement skills
• Familiarity with major crime investigation principles and HOLMES
• Experience working with the Crown Prosecution Service and other agencies
• Willingness and ability to travel nationally

Why Join Us?

This is a unique opportunity to contribute to nationally significant investigations, working alongside experienced professionals in a high-impact role. You’ll play a key part in shaping investigative standards and supporting forces across the UK.