Public sector compliance investigator and officer

Level

Advanced · like A-levels

Length

1.5 yr

typical

Sector

Business and administration

Pay

Paid

you earn while training

In a nutshell

Understanding, investigating and negotiating with individuals and organisations who, by accident or with intent, may not be complying with or are deliberately evading regulation or law.

What you'd do

Carry out planned and reactive inspections of premises or activities

Gather and document evidence in line with legal requirements

Interview members of the public and businesses about potential breaches

Issue notices, cautions, or penalties where rules have been broken

Advise people and businesses on how to achieve compliance

Prepare written reports and case files for managers or prosecutors

What you'd learn

Relevant legislation and how it applies to your regulatory area

Investigation techniques, evidence gathering, and record-keeping

Risk-based approaches to compliance and enforcement

Interview skills and how to conduct formal interviews under caution

Report writing and preparing cases for legal proceedings

Professional ethics and impartiality in public sector regulation

Ready to look for a place?

See live Public sector compliance investigator and officer apprenticeship vacancies on the official government service.

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