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Chris Beer

Birmingham,United Kingdom

Summary

Experienced professional with expertise in investigative interviewing, case file preparation, and multi-jurisdictional collaboration, specialising in football governance and legal and regulatory compliance. Demonstrates exceptional skills in operational planning, intelligence handling, and sensitive information processing, complemented by strong report writing and evidence presentation capabilities. Adept at team management, leadership, and building cohesive teams while maintaining composure under pressure to solve complex problems effectively. Committed to leveraging communication skills and strategic thinking to drive organisational success and uphold high standards of integrity.

Takes on challenging new role harnessing interpersonal skills, collaboration and problem-solving. Driven to deliver high-quality service and consistent results.

Organised and dependable higher investigation officer with thirteen years of experience. Successful at managing multiple priorities with positive attitude. Willing to take on greater responsibilities to meet team goals.

Energetic employee well-versed in strong communication and organisation skills. Seeks solutions to problems and applies extensive analytical knowledge to findings. Adept at multi-tasking, leading group discussions and managing projects.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience
4019
4019
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Higher Investigation Officer

HM Revenue & Customs
04.2012 - 06.2025
  • Conduct and manage high-level and complex organised crime criminal investigations covering various elements of criminal fraud, financial fraud, and confiscation.
  • Manage operational staff to deliver aims and objectives against serious organised crime.
  • Develop case intelligence and deliver to set targets within HMRC.
  • Collaborate with other law enforcement agencies and stakeholders in the UK and abroad across multi-jurisdictions.
  • Gather and share intelligence and evidence to successfully complete investigation objectives.
  • Handle and process confidential and sensitive information.
  • Conduct investigative interviews and follow lines of enquiry.
  • Prepare and manage case files for submission to the Crown Prosecution Service.
  • Apply for law enforcement applications at court, including Production Orders, Search Warrants, and Proceeds of Crime Orders.
  • Present evidence in court trials and give testimony.
  • Arrest and interview suspects and third parties.
  • Chair case team meetings and present updates to senior management.
  • Developed strong working relationships within the criminal justice sector, enhancing collaboration efforts.
  • Demonstrated exceptional communication skills during interviews and interrogations for optimum information extraction.
  • Ensured compliance with regulatory requirements by monitoring and updating operational practices accordingly.
  • Secured sensitive information through adherence to strict confidentiality protocols.
  • Utilised advanced surveillance equipment for effective data collection.
  • Upheld ethical standards throughout all investigations, promoting trust and respect from colleagues and public alike.
  • Gathered evidence meticulously, contributing to successful prosecutions.
  • Prepared comprehensive records of findings, aiding in swift case resolution.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of investigative techniques and legal procedures through continuous professional development.
  • Conducted thorough investigations on reported incidents, ensuring accountability.
  • Collaborated with law enforcement agencies to aid in high-profile cases.
  • Compiled detailed investigation reports for case resolution.
  • Assessed situation dynamics effectively, determining the need for backup or additional resources quickly.
  • Participated in court proceedings when required, providing reliable testimony based on factual evidence collected during investigations.
  • Collaborated with teams of investigators and law enforcement supervisors to formulate appropriate plans of action.

Youth Football Coach

Boldmere St Michaels FC and Sutton United FC
03.2018 - 06.2025
  • Coach youth players at amateur level in the non-league pyramid.
  • Fostered positive environment, resulting in increased player satisfaction.
  • Encouraged sportsmanship, promoting fair play attitudes amongst players.
  • Provided individualised coaching to help players overcome personal challenges in their game play.
  • Reviewed game footage for better strategic planning.
  • Coordinated practice sessions to enhance team coordination.
  • Increased team performance by implementing strategic training plans.

Youth Scout

Nottingham Forest F.C.
08.2021 - 08.2023
  • Scout and identify talented youth players.
  • Engaged in frequent travel to various locations for scouting activities, ensuring wider coverage of potential talent pool.
  • Conducted comprehensive assessments of player's form, fitness and game strategy to inform selection process.
  • Provided constructive feedback to coaching staff based on player assessment results.
  • Established valuable relationships with local clubs for player recruitment.
  • Recommended top performers for recruitment, increasing competitiveness of the squad.
  • Identified potential talent by attending youth games and tournaments.

Academy Coach

Aston Villa F.C.
07.1996 - 07.2004
  • Coach and develop young players in the academy.
  • Encouraged continuous professional development amongst fellow coaches enhancing overall coaching quality across the academy.
  • Collaborated with fellow coaches to implement comprehensive training regimes that improved overall team performance.
  • Ensured adherence to academy protocols, maintaining discipline within the team.
  • Communicated effectively with parents regarding player progress and potential areas of improvement.
  • Developed training programmes to improve player performance.
  • Assessed incoming talent through rigorous try-outs, selecting promising players for academy admission.
  • Coached players for increased skill development and game understanding.

First Team Analyst

Mansfield Town F.C.
08.2019 - 06.2021
  • Analyse first team performance and provide insights.
  • Analysed player performances, providing constructive feedback for improvement.
  • Maintained detailed records of player progress throughout the season, enabling precise tracking of individual improvements over time.
  • Utilised video analysis software to review match play, helping identify strengths and weaknesses in players' techniques.
  • Evaluated athletic performance and provided clear, constructive feedback.
  • Assessed athletic performance to identify strengths and weaknesses.
  • Strengthened team roster by identifying fresh talents from diverse backgrounds.
  • Identified potential talent by attending youth games and tournaments.
  • Tracked player performance to identify future opportunities for team enhancement.
  • Recommended top performers for recruitment, increasing competitiveness of the squad.

Education

Diploma of Higher Education - Sports Science

Coventry University
09.1999 - 06.2021

A-Levels - Physical Education and Business Studies

Fairfax School
Birmingham

GCSEs - English (Lit) English (Lang) Maths Science Geography French Accounts Biology

Fairfax School
Birmingham

Skills

  • Investigative Interviewing
  • Case File Preparation
  • Multi-Jurisdictional Collaboration
  • Football Governance
  • Legal and Regulatory Compliance
  • Report Writing and Evidence Presentation
  • Operational Planning
  • Intelligence Handling
  • Sensitive Information Processing
  • Presentation Skills
  • Team Management
  • Calm under pressure
  • Problem-solving
  • Communication skills
  • Team building
  • Leadership

Accomplishments

  • Led a cross-border investigation involving multiple agencies, resulting in successful prosecution and asset recovery.
  • Developed and delivered internal training on investigative best practices and legal compliance.
  • Recovered over £2.5 million in criminal assets through strategic investigative efforts.
  • Chaired over 100 case team meetings, ensuring strategic alignment and timely progression of investigations.

Affiliations

  • Football Ice Hockey Golf Snowboarding

Timeline

Youth Scout

Nottingham Forest F.C.
08.2021 - 08.2023

First Team Analyst

Mansfield Town F.C.
08.2019 - 06.2021

Youth Football Coach

Boldmere St Michaels FC and Sutton United FC
03.2018 - 06.2025

Higher Investigation Officer

HM Revenue & Customs
04.2012 - 06.2025

Diploma of Higher Education - Sports Science

Coventry University
09.1999 - 06.2021

Academy Coach

Aston Villa F.C.
07.1996 - 07.2004

A-Levels - Physical Education and Business Studies

Fairfax School

GCSEs - English (Lit) English (Lang) Maths Science Geography French Accounts Biology

Fairfax School
Chris Beer