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Police Staff Investigator (PSI) - PIP level 2 - Permanent contract

West Mercia Police · Birmingham, West Midlands

Salary
£33,603 – £39,276Estimated
Type
Full-time
Posted
2 days ago

Overview

Your investigative interviewing, evidence handling and case file discipline are exactly what this PIP investigator role demands.

About this role

Police Staff Investigator (PSI) - PIP level 2 - Permanent contract

Working pattern

Weekdays

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We are seeking a number of PIP 2 qualified Police Staff Investigators based in the below locations:

We will consider PIP 1 qualified candidates if they meet the requirements detailed on the attached role profile. Please pay particular attention to the knowledge, experience and key skills on the role profile - the salary will be lower than the advertised salary for a PIP 1 qualified PSI.

Shrewsbury

Telford

Kidderminster

Worcester

Redditch

Hereford

You must have a**PIP qualification**to apply for these positions.

Although the roles are based in these locations there may be a requirement to travel between these locations to support investigations.

We would ideally like full time people but we will consider part time candidates where it would work with our requirements.

The main purpose of the role is to prevent and detect crime. To investigate criminal activity. To actively participate in a wide range of evidence gathering and criminal investigation tasks involving victims, witnesses, technical sources and suspects

There will be no home working with these roles.

It is a *CV only process*– please ensure your employment history is up to date.

The closing date for this advert is 09:00 on Monday 30th November 2026

Why work for us?

  • 26 days Annual leave + bank holidays
  • Generous pension scheme
  • Health and well being support through an Employee Assistance Programme, Occupational Health services and Staff Networks. .
  • Police Mutual, affordable private healthcare and other savings.
  • Gym membership discounts.
  • Discounts on Electric Vehicles and Cycle to work scheme.
  • Register for a Blue light card – over 15,000 discounts from large national retailers.

To read more about the added benefits and rewards**of working for West Mercia Pol**ice, please go to*our website.

  • We embrace diversity and welcome applications from everyone.
  • We are also happy to talk flexible working where it is suitable for the role.

If you require any support to complete your application or you have any questions please contact the recruitment team on 01905 718444 (press option 1 then 5) or email BOC.staff.recruitment.team@westmercia.police.uk

Internal applicants who need redeployment will be offered positions ahead of other candidates, subject to them passing a selection process

We know that people from underrepresented backgrounds may hesitate to apply unless they meet every single requirement. We don’t want that to be a barrier for suitable candidates. If you meet the majority**of the criteria and are excited about this role, we encourage you to apply. We’re committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace where everyone can thrive.

  • Photo ID will be required at interview so please follow this**link**if you do not have a photo driving licence or passport (can be expired)

About investigation roles for ex-police

Investigator roles across corporate, insurance, financial and public-sector settings. Interviewing (PEACE), evidence handling, disclosure and case-file discipline are exactly what these employers struggle to hire.

See all investigation jobs in Birmingham →

Why this fits a police background — match score 92/100

  • Police experience explicitly valued
  • Evidence & case files
  • Investigative casework
  • Multi-agency & police liaison

What investigation roles pay ex-police

Advertised UK ranges, editorial estimates reviewed July 2026

Claims / junior investigator£28,000–£38,000
Corporate / counter-fraud investigator£35,000–£48,000
Senior investigator£48,000–£65,000
Investigations manager£60,000–£85,000
Full investigation salary guide →

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