Investigator

Job Description

JOB TITLE: Investigator

TERM: Permanent, Full Time

REPORTING TO: Senior Investigator

LOCATION: Based in Roehampton, South-West London

ITIA Overview

In 2008, the Tennis Integrity Unit (TIU) was formed by an agreement between the four governing bodies of tennis: the ATP Tour; the Grand Slam Board; the WTA; and the International Tennis Federation (ITF). On 1 January 2021 the International Tennis Integrity Agency (ITIA) was formed, subsuming the former TIU. The ITIA became the legally independent integrity organisation for all professional tennis, responsible for administering the Tennis Anti-Corruption Program (TACP). On 1 January 2022, the ITIA also assumed responsibility for the Tennis Anti-Doping Programme (TADP).

The ITIA is independent from the governing bodies of tennis and is managed by the CEO, who reports to the Supervisory Board. The aim of the ITIA is to combat the threat of corruption, primarily through prevention, investigation and education.

Purpose of the Role

This role will sit within the Investigations team and provide support to the Senior Director of Investigations and the Investigation Manager in the delivery of a best-in-class Investigations service to the ITIA.

Responsibilities:

• Initiate and undertake investigations in accordance with the Tennis Anti-Corruption Program (TACP) and the Tennis Anti-Doping Program (TADP)
• Collate and review information, including physical evidence, digital information, betting data and oral accounts.
• Conduct comprehensive investigative interviews both in person and online, often through interpreters.
• Write case reports, witness statements and evidence summaries.
• Provide witness evidence at case hearings.
• Attend tournaments in order to provide support, deterrence and investigative capability.
• Work closely with the ITIA Legal team in relation to case preparation including drafting reports, documenting exhibits and evidence schedules.
• Work with the ITIA Anti-Doping Team in order to assist in the identification of potential anti-doping rule violations.
• Work with the ITIA Education team in order to assist in delivery of education messaging and input into the content development of educational resources.
• Work with the ITIA Intelligence team in order to ensure the organisation identifies and addresses emerging risks. Collaborate on the download and analysis of digital devices.
• Liaison with tennis stakeholders and statutory agencies, including international law enforcement.

You will have:

• Relevant and recent experience conducting investigations within a sports governing body (desirable), civil or criminal regulatory framework;
• Investigative interviewing experience
• Ability to produce concise evidential reports
• Ability to work on multiple investigations concurrently
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• High level of self-motivation
• The ability to work with sensitive information and maintain confidentiality
• Understanding of the principles and responsibilities of the General Data Protection Regulations (GDPR);
• Ability to engage professionally with a wide range of audiences and witnesses and to adapt communication styles accordingly
• Fluent in English (Essential); other language(s) highly desirable
• Ability to perform well under pressure with good attention to detail
• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office;
• Flexibility – hours can be long and include weekends, regular international travel may also be required, often at relatively short notice.

Desirable:

• Language capability, the ability to speak other languages
• An interest in and working knowledge of tennis would be an advantage

Benefits:

• An exciting working environment in a dynamic, international sports body
• Competitive salary
• Lunch provided in the office as per the ITIA policy
• 25 days holiday (pro-rated) per annum plus UK bank holidays
• Comprehensive Private Medical Insurance.
• Contributory Pension Scheme (employer contribution currently 8%)

Candidates must confirm that they have the right to work in the UK.

Please send a CV and Cover letter to apply.

This job specification should in no way be deemed a complete and definitive description of the job requirements. Responsibilities may be expanded or reduced at any time as deemed appropriate by the Senior Director of Investigations/Investigations Manager. To support the team, you may be required to carry out reasonable and relevant tasks that may fall outside of your positions’ remit.

Within reason, you may be required to work outside of your standard contracted hours to meet the needs of the business. International Travel may also be required on a regular basis.

As part of your ongoing development, you may be required to undertake training in order to meet the requirements of your role.

NOTE: Previous applicants need not apply.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: £50,000.00-£55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Free parking
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Private medical insurance
• Work from home

Supplemental pay types:

• Performance bonus

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 30/06/2023