ERSOU - ROCU - Police Staff PO1/2 - Blockchain & digital Assets Investigator - CART
About This Role
Join the Eastern Region Special Operations Unit's Regional Organised Crime Unit as a Blockchain & Digital Assets Investigator within the Cyber Asset Recovery Team (CART). You'll sit at the intersection of policing and emerging technology, using blockchain analytics tools to track, trace, and seize digital assets linked to serious and organised crime. This permanent, full-time role offers genuine career progression at the forefront of financial crime investigation in the web3 era.
What You'll Be Doing
Investigate and analyse blockchain transactions to identify illicit movement of cryptocurrency and other digital assets
Support the seizure and restraint of crypto assets connected to organised crime, using specialist distributed ledger tracing tools
Collaborate with financial investigators, digital forensics teams, and partner agencies to build robust evidential packages
Produce clear intelligence reports and court-ready statements explaining complex smart contract and transaction data
Stay current on evolving DeFi platforms, mixers, exchanges, and crypto laundering typologies
Provide expert guidance to colleagues on blockchain investigation methodologies and digital asset recovery processes
What We're Looking For
Demonstrable experience or strong working knowledge of blockchain technology, cryptocurrency, and digital asset investigations
Understanding of how decentralized networks, exchanges, and smart contracts operate within the crypto ecosystem
Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret complex transactional data and present findings clearly
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including report writing for investigative and court purposes
Ability to work within a regulated, procedural law enforcement environment while handling sensitive material
Collaborative team player comfortable working alongside multi-agency partners
Bonus Points
Familiarity with blockchain analytics platforms (e.g., Chainalysis, Elliptic, or similar)
Prior experience in financial crime, cyber investigations, or asset recovery
Knowledge of DeFi protocols, NFT marketplaces, and emerging web3 crime trends
Relevant certifications in blockchain forensics or digital currency investigation
Why Join Us
Competitive salary of £43,668 (PO1/2 grade) with agile working arrangements
Be part of a pioneering unit tackling crypto-enabled organised crime at a regional level
Access specialist training and development in blockchain investigation techniques
Make a tangible impact protecting communities from the misuse of decentralized financial systems
Salary Range
Up to $5
Ready to Apply?
To submit your application for this position, please visit Hertfordshire Constabulary's official website and follow their application process.