ERSOU - ROCU - Police Staff PO1/2 - Blockchain & digital Assets Investigator - CART
About This Role
Join the Cyber & Asset Recovery Team (CART) as a Blockchain & Digital Assets Investigator, where you'll use cutting-edge analytical tools to trace crypto transactions, unmask criminal networks, and recover illicit digital wealth. This permanent, full-time PO1/2 position offers genuine impact—your work will directly disrupt organised crime groups exploiting web3 infrastructure and decentralized finance (DeFi) platforms for money laundering and fraud.
What You'll Be Doing
Investigate and trace cryptocurrency flows across blockchain networks to identify criminal beneficiaries
Analyse smart contracts, wallet addresses, and DeFi protocols linked to suspected illicit activity
Support asset recovery operations targeting digital currencies and distributed ledger-based assets
Collaborate with financial investigators, cyber teams, and external crypto-exchange partners
Prepare detailed evidential reports and provide expert testimony on blockchain findings
Stay current on evolving web3 typologies, mixers, and emerging crypto laundering techniques
What We're Looking For
Demonstrable experience investigating cryptocurrency, blockchain transactions, or digital assets
Strong understanding of distributed ledger technology, smart contracts, and crypto exchange operations
Analytical mindset with experience using blockchain tracing tools (e.g., Chainalysis, TRM Labs, or similar)
Excellent report-writing and communication skills for presenting complex technical evidence
Ability to work within strict confidentiality and vetting requirements for police staff roles
Experience in financial investigation, cybercrime, or fraud environments is highly valued
Bonus Points
Familiarity with DeFi protocols, NFT marketplaces, and cross-chain bridging techniques
Professional certifications in blockchain forensics or digital asset investigation
Prior law enforcement, financial intelligence, or regulatory compliance background
Knowledge of open-source intelligence (OSINT) techniques applied to crypto investigations
Why Join Us
Competitive salary of £43,668 with public sector pension and benefits
Agile working arrangements supporting flexibility and work-life balance
Be part of a pioneering national effort tackling crypto-enabled organised crime
Access specialist training and career development in blockchain investigation and digital forensics
Salary Range
Up to $615
Ready to Apply?
To submit your application for this position, please visit Cambridgeshire Constabulary's official website and follow their application process.