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Charlotte Egan

London,England

Summary

Experienced professional with a strong background in law enforcement request handling, risk assessment, and compliance reporting. Demonstrated expertise in digital forensics, data analysis, and open-source intelligence. Proven ability to develop policies and collaborate cross-functionally while engaging stakeholders effectively. Skilled in managing high-profile sensitive investigations with leadership and line management capabilities. Committed to advancing career goals through continuous improvement and strategic initiatives.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Detective Sergeant, Major Investigation Team (Homicide)

Metropolitan Police Service
01.2022 - 09.2025
  • Led high profile homicide investigations, ensuring legal compliance in all evidence to ensure safe murder convictions
  • Prepare detailed risk and strategy reports for senior stakeholders
  • Reviewed large digital datasets (phone records, system logs) to extract critical evidence — securing guilty pleas in major trials
  • Liaised with technology companies such as Meta and Uber to develop strategic best practise for ensuring evidence for Homicide teams
  • Line managed detectives, delegating strategically to progress investigations under tight deadlines
  • Delivered concise briefings to senior management and barristers, ensuring clarity on complex legal and investigative matters.

Acting Detective Sergeant, Gangs Unit

Metropolitan Police Service
01.2021 - 01.2022
  • Led proactive, complex investigations targeting high ranking gang members to reduce serious violence.
  • Developed gang policing approach to using Uber/ Uber Eats as tactic
  • Produced strategic recommendations to deter periphery gang members from crime, collaborating with charities and partners.
  • Managed complex Child Sexual Exploitation (CSE) and County Lines investigations, producing detailed risk assessments and investigative reports.
  • Delivered training to schools, charities, and internal teams on safeguarding and exploitation indicators.
  • Line managed a team, overseeing workloads and professional development.

Acting Detective Sergeant, Criminal Investigation Department (CID)

Metropolitan Police Service
01.2020 - 01.2021
  • Managed extremely high caseloads and risk levels, leading serious crime investigations to successful conviction.
  • Produced succinct reports and presented findings to senior management and external stakeholders, including cases involving national security considerations.
  • Conducted complex fraud investigations, analysing large volumes of evidence to form informed and reasoned judgements.

Detective and Acting Detective Sergeant, Child Abuse Investigation Team

Metropolitan Police Service
01.2018 - 01.2020
  • Led sensitive investigations into child abuse, ensuring compliance with safeguarding legislation and policies.
  • Chaired multi-agency meetings, engaging diverse stakeholders to develop effective safeguarding plans.
  • Produced detailed risk assessments and strategic recommendations for each investigation.

Detective and Acting Detective Sergeant, Safeguarding

Metropolitan Police Service
01.2018 - 12.2018
  • Investigated complex domestic violence cases, presenting evidence in court to secure convictions.
  • Managed heavy workloads with strong prioritisation and time management skills.
  • Worked with charities and external agencies to enhance victim support and service delivery.

Police Constable, Response Team and Neighbourhood Policing

Metropolitan Police Service
01.2015 - 01.2018
  • First responder to major and critical incidents, demonstrating calm and effective decision-making under extreme pressure.
  • Built and maintained strong stakeholder relationships with businesses, community leaders, and political representatives to resolve complex local issues.
  • Developed public speaking skills through delivering presentations and facilitating public meetings.

Education

Master of Arts - International Relations

King's College London
London
09.2017 - 09.2019

Bachelor of Arts - History

Lancaster University
Lancaster
09.2011 - 09.2014

Skills

  • Law enforcement request handling
  • Risk assessment
  • Compliance reporting
  • Digital forensics
  • Data analysis
  • Open-source intelligence
  • Policy development
  • Cross functional collaboration
  • Stakeholder engagement
  • Managing high profile sensitive investigations
  • Leadership
  • Line management

Training

  • Advanced Data Analysis and Excel (Multiple Courses)
  • Family Liaison Officer Training
  • Child Sexual Exploitation and Safeguarding Specialist Courses
  • Interview Strategy and Advanced Investigative Techniques

Timeline

Detective Sergeant, Major Investigation Team (Homicide)

Metropolitan Police Service
01.2022 - 09.2025

Acting Detective Sergeant, Gangs Unit

Metropolitan Police Service
01.2021 - 01.2022

Acting Detective Sergeant, Criminal Investigation Department (CID)

Metropolitan Police Service
01.2020 - 01.2021

Detective and Acting Detective Sergeant, Child Abuse Investigation Team

Metropolitan Police Service
01.2018 - 01.2020

Detective and Acting Detective Sergeant, Safeguarding

Metropolitan Police Service
01.2018 - 12.2018

Master of Arts - International Relations

King's College London
09.2017 - 09.2019

Police Constable, Response Team and Neighbourhood Policing

Metropolitan Police Service
01.2015 - 01.2018

Bachelor of Arts - History

Lancaster University
09.2011 - 09.2014
Charlotte Egan