ERSOU / ROCU - Intelligence Analyst - Sensitive Intelligence Unit (SIU) Operations

The Sensitive Intelligence Unit (SIU) is part of a prestigious national network managing the richest intelligence available to law enforcement. The SIU is seeking a capable and forward-thinking analyst (or assistant analyst wanting to upskill) who has an eye for detail, ideally with a track record of working with partners, supporting change, and delivering operational outcomes. You will work alongside a team of skilled analysts and intelligence development officers, utilising a wide range of intelligence to proactively target Organised Crime within the Eastern Region.

As an Intelligence Analyst, you will be at the forefront of new technologies and be encouraged to participate in trials and projects to directly influence future technologies across Law Enforcement and further your career development.,

• Collect, collate, evaluate, and analyse information from a wide variety of internal and external sources pertaining to national security and those involved in organised crime.


• Produce high quality products in support of operational requirements, specifying risk.


• Making recommendations to operational teams and assist in the conviction of offenders.


• Use structured analytic techniques - self-assessment / review / update in line with scrutiny.


• Take an active role in peer review of products.


• Produce products to an evidential standard, whilst providing advice to lead investigators throughout the process.


• Where required attend case conferences with CPS and present evidence at court.


• The successful candidate will also be required to support Crimes in Actions (CIAs), typically kidnaps, led by the major crime units across the seven regional forces., The Regional Organised Crime Units (ROCUs) form a critical part of the National Policing Network, they have a range of specialist policing capabilities & operate across police force boundaries to disrupt organised crime. As such the ROCU are positioned to support their constituent forces & other law enforcement partners as well as leading on operations at the appropriate threshold. The ROCUs also act as an important point of connection between police forces and the NCA., Applicants must hold or be prepared to undergo Management Vetting (5 years residency criteria) and Security Clearance (5 years residency criteria) before taking up the post. This will involve vetting checks on successful candidates, their family and others that live at their home address, which will include financial enquiries.
  
  Ability to work with Windows based software (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)


• Experience in working with customised databases and computer packages


• Well-developed numeric, analytical and research techniques


• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal


• Flexible approach to work and ability to self-motivate


Desirable

• Accredited through the Intelligence Professionalisation Programme (IPP)


• Completed Analytical training (NIAT, GIAT, DIAM)
  
  Blue light card discounts


• Generous pension scheme


• 24/7 access to an employee assistance programme


• Opportunities to get involved with networking groups such as the network of women, LGBTQ+, parent, carers, health, and wellbeing., If you are looking for a fresh challenge which offers a genuine opportunity to make a real difference to people's lives, variety and the chance to broaden your experience, then we are the force for you.

Benefits include:

• Access to the local government pension scheme (police staff) or Police pension scheme (Police officers) including career average, employer contributions and death in service.


• Paid leave days depending on force and length of service (police staff - 24 to 33 days, police officers 22 to 30 days).


• Paid sick leave of six months full pay and six months half pay (depending on service).


• Occupational maternity, adoption, and paternity pay (dependent on service).


• Carers and discretionary leave.


• Flexible working arrangements including compressed hours, flexible shifts, job share, annualised hours and agile working (depending on role requirements).


• Gym facilities, weekly yoga classes, exercise classes, squash facilities, exercise space etc. are available (depending on location).


• Each force has its own sports or sports and social club, offering discounts, trips, and events.


• Cycle to Work scheme.


• Access to Blue Light Card providing discounts to Emergency Services on the high street and online.


• Access to Police Mutual providing financial support including savings plans, insurance, breakdown cover, loans and independent financial advice.


• Employee Assistance Programme.


• Various support groups including Black and Minority Ethnic (BME) Support Group, Christian Police Association (CPA), Disability Awareness Network (DAWN), Lesbian, gay, bi-sexual & transgender (LGBT), Menopause Action Group, Police Chaplains.


• Access to a Trade Union (UNISON)/Staff Association (Federation).


• The Backup Buddy Police Support app is designed to help with mental health issues and gives practical advice and support as well as a range of podcasts.


• Opportunities for development and further study including Further You Talent Management, Be You BCH Senior Leadership Programme, and supervisory leadership workshops.


Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

We are working hard to increase diversity and inclusion within the Constabulary, where communities are under-represented, including those from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic communities, people of all ages, abilities, faiths, religions and gender, LGBT communities and those from other disadvantaged or marginalised backgrounds, who share our values and wish to make a difference to the communities we serve.

All applications will be treated on merit, based on the evidence provided in your application and suitability for the role you have applied for.

Flexible Working

All requests for flexible working patterns will be considered and will be dependent on the role.

Recruitment and Selection Policy

Internal applicants who are at risk of redundancy or in need of redeployment and pass the selection process, will be offered the role over the remaining internal and external applicants.

Police Barred and Advisory Lists

Individuals placed on the Police Barred and Advisory lists will not be considered for employment by the police for a minimum of 5 years from the date of listing in the case of gross misconduct, or 3 years from the date of listing in the case of poor performance.

Vetting and Safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and operate safer recruitment processes, to ensure a police service that employees are proud to work for because they feel safe, valued and part of a happy and supportive work environment. All employees and volunteers therefore will be subject to background checks including vetting and references.