SNCO Investigator - Global Response Team
| Posting date: | 11 December 2025 |
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| Salary: | £47,763 to £52,593 per year, pro rata |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 10 January 2026 |
| Location: | Bulford, Salisbury |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Ministry of Defence - ZigZag Careers Pathway |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | 2182136 |
Summary
SNCO Investigator - Global Response Team
Contract: 40 hours per week, three year fixed term, full commitment, will need to be flexible and ready to travel at short notice internationally. The Armed Forces do not pay overtime but Time Off In Lieu is available
Security clearance: UK Security Clearance and Non Police Personnel Vetting NPPV Level 2
Closing date: 11/01/26, 23:55
All offers of employment are subject to UK security clearance. To gain this clearance applicants normally need at least five years’ UK residency.
Overview
The ZigZag Career Pathway is an innovative Defence initiative that offers novel ways of entry into the Armed Forces. It’s a pilot programme that opens the door for people from a range of backgrounds to apply their professional skills in meaningful Defence roles.
This opportunity is open to civilians, veterans and reservists. Whether you’ve never served before or are looking to return, the ZigZag Career Pathway offers you the chance to work in fixed term military roles that are matched to your qualifications and experience.
ZigZag roles may be offered with a range of mobility commitments. Successful candidates will be supported with tailored onboarding, the right level of training, and a structured and supported induction into the Armed Forces environment.
The Defence Serious Crime Command DSCC is an independent, professional and global Service Police force with jurisdiction to investigate serious crime involving persons subject to Service law, both in the UK and overseas.
The Role
We are seeking a skilled and dynamic PIP 2 accredited investigator to join the Global Response Team, delivering complex, ethical and timely investigations worldwide. This is a deployable, high readiness role suited to an individual with strong judgement, resilience, and the ability to collaborate effectively across agencies.
You will handle sensitive and challenging investigations, assess risk, provide professional advice, and help shape investigative excellence within Defence Policing. You will also play a central role in supporting the development of colleagues, sharing best practice, and promoting an inclusive, high performing environment. Through mentoring and guiding others along the Professional Investigations Programme pathway, you will directly influence the future capability of Defence investigators.
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Key Responsibilities
Deploy globally to support investigations as required
Conduct thorough investigations as directed by chain of command
Produce complete and accurate investigation files for submission to the Director of Service Prosecutions
Mentor, advise and support junior investigators and officers on their development pathway
About You
We are looking for a motivated and proactive individual who demonstrates
Relevant experience as a qualified PIP 2 investigator, with the ability to meet physical requirements for Public and Personal Safety Training
Must be a UK citizen or British Dual National with five years’ continuous residency and hold a full UK manual driving licence
Key skills including exceptional problem solving, critical thinking under pressure, excellent communication, stakeholder engagement, high emotional intelligence and resilience
Qualifications including GCSE English and Maths at Grade C or above
Other requirements including the ability to obtain and retain SC and NPPV Level 2, readiness to work longer hours when required, and the capability to deploy worldwide at short notice for periods of 7- 21 nights
Training
Army Reserve Basic Training - various locations
Armed Forces Act Powers and Legislation - Defence School of Police and Security
Public and Personal Protection Training - Defence School of Police and Security
Workplace induction and specific accredited training as required
Salary & benefits
Salary £47,763 - £52,593 per year
Pension: automatic enrolment in the non-contributory Armed Forces Pension Scheme 2015 (optout available)
Leave: 30 days’ annual leave plus eight UK bank holidays
Other benefits: Free medical and dental care, childcare benefits, enhanced parental leave packages, and flexible service arrangements
Application process
Application: submit a CV via the SERVE portal. Eligibility checks are completed, and applications are sifted for suitability
Interview: shortlisted candidates are invited to an interview covering technical skills, qualifications and suitability for military service (command, leadership and management experience)
Medical Assessment: all candidates must pass a medical screening
Offer: successful candidates receive terms and conditions, and a job offer letter
Don’t meet all the requirements? Get in touch anyway – we are keen to hear from talented individuals from diverse backgrounds. For questions or more information, contact: People-Tx-ZigZagCareers@mod.gov.uk.