KEIVAH MCDAID-STEWART
Corby
Summary
A driven law enforcement professional with a strong background in investigating both priority and volume crimes, supported by PIP1 accreditation under the Professionalising Investigation Programme. Skilled in advanced investigative tools, including Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) and the Police National Database, to support effective enquiries. I have a solid understanding of policing procedures, criminal justice processes, and relevant legislation. Competent in case management, investigative reporting, and interviewing, with experience in fraud investigations and digital evidence handling. Committed to applying critical thinking and cultural awareness to support complex investigations and achieve best results.
Skilled investigator with a solid background in a variety of crime investigations, displaying skills in collecting and analysing evidence, conducting interviews and preparing cases for trial. Strong analytical talent and keen attention to detail.
A dedicated team player, proactive and hands-on in task completion.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work history
Investigation Officer – CID – Criminal Investigation Department
Bedfordshire Police Headquarters
2023.11 - 2026.06
- Delivering frontline policing by responding to incidents and conducting complex investigations, applying THRIVE principles (Threat, Harm, Risk, Investigation, Vulnerability and Engagement) and placing victims at the centre while ensuring compliance with legislation.
- Managing custody processes and prisoner handling for non-volume and serious crime, conducting interviews, maintaining evidence continuity, and ensuring adherence to the Police and Criminal Evidence Act and legal requirements.
- Safeguarded victims, witnesses, and vulnerable persons, working closely with partner agencies and making appropriate referrals to ensure protection and support.
- Preparing & progressing high-quality case files for prosecution, liaising with the Crown Prosecution Service and attending court to deliver professional evidence.
- Building strong community relationships through problem-solving, intelligence gathering, and multi-agency collaboration to reduce crime, manage risk, and increase confidence.
Intelligence Officer – CIB Intelligence
Bedfordshire Police Headquarters
2022.04 - 2023.11
- Handling overt and covert intelligence and identifying risks to ensure maximum safeguarding towards the source and being aware of rules and disclosures to achieve the highest level of integrity.
- Completing full risk assessments on all incoming and outgoing intelligence-led workload to warrant appropriate action is taken to assist on-going investigations and decision making.
- Accountable for researching, evaluating and developing sensitive information from Police, Home Office, Prisons and many other relevant agencies.
- Collaborated with departments and foreign forces to maintain a complete audit trail for all requests, enhancing accountability and traceability.
Radio Agent – Force Control Room
Bedfordshire Police Headquarters
2018.09 - 2022.04
- Assessed risks and dispatched officers to emergencies, safeguarding members of the public and officers during critical situations.
- Handled 999 emergency calls, assessed risks and situations, and identified vulnerabilities to ensure effective response.
- Developed dispatcher skills within a command & control remit in a fast-paced environment, executing quick decision-making under pressure.
- Multi-tasking and monitoring different radio channels and responding to the requirements.
Business Development Manager
Bushboard Washrooms
2017.12 - 2018.09
- Responsible for a large project count to manage approximately 450 and high targets to hit each month. This drove myself to achieve more producing top results.
- Project managing a large pool of projects.
- Following up quotes with key decision makers and negotiating to close a sale.
- Developing relationships with a variety of audiences / clients such as; Architects, Project Managers, Contractors and End Users directly.
Business Development Coordinator
Bushboard Washrooms
2016.11 - 2017.12
- Working in a fast-paced environment with the intent of hitting target each month, being highly driven and thriving in a team environment.
- Project managing a large pool of projects.
- Following up quotations with key decision makers and negotiating to close a sale.
- Top-ranked sales person, 2016/2017 achieving the highest order intake value for both years running, which then allowed for me to take on the role as a Business Development Manager, involving a larger project count to manage (around 450) and higher targets to hit each month. This only had driven me to push myself even more and be the best that I could be, giving 100% every month.
Estimator
Bushboard Washrooms
2014.10 - 2015.10
- Produced accurate and competitive quotations, ensuring compliance with service level agreement timelines.
- Revised quotations and enhanced product knowledge to deliver tailored solutions that aligned with client requirements.
- Liaised with architects and end users to clarify product details and finishes, ensuring quality assurance before manufacture.
Faulty New Goods & Warranty Operator
Kwik-Fit
2011.12 - 2014.09
Administrator
Kwik-Fit
2011.12 - 2012.11
Education
A-Levels / BTEC - Spanish B, eBusiness double Distinction, eBusiness single Distinction, Travel & Tourism Distinction
Skills
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PIP1 Investigation accreditation
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MV and SC Vetting
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Police database utilisation
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ANPR analysis
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Digital evidence collection
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Investigative research & reporting
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Fraud investigations
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High level of integrity and discretion
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Police procedures knowledge
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Criminal justice system familiarity
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Law enforcement legislation knowledge
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Case Management
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Interview techniques
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Document exhibits
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Multitasking
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Critical-thinking
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Cultural awareness
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Microsoft Office
Volunteer Experience
Northamptonshire Police, Special Constable Volunteer, 2016-01, 2016-10
Languages
Spanish
Upper intermediate
Timeline
Investigation Officer – CID – Criminal Investigation Department
Bedfordshire Police Headquarters
2023.11 - 2026.06
Intelligence Officer – CIB Intelligence
Bedfordshire Police Headquarters
2022.04 - 2023.11
Radio Agent – Force Control Room
Bedfordshire Police Headquarters
2018.09 - 2022.04
Business Development Manager
Bushboard Washrooms
2017.12 - 2018.09
Business Development Coordinator
Bushboard Washrooms
2016.11 - 2017.12
Estimator
Bushboard Washrooms
2014.10 - 2015.10
Faulty New Goods & Warranty Operator
Kwik-Fit
2011.12 - 2014.09
Administrator
Kwik-Fit
2011.12 - 2012.11