ERSOU/ROCU - PO2-PO3 - Senior Intelligence Analyst - (SIU) Sensitive Intelligence Unit - Ref: 9952

ERSOU celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone is valued and respected. We actively encourage applications from underrepresented or minority groups. ERSOU is a Disability Confident employer. Should you require any reasonable adjustments for your application process, please contact the ERSOU team by using the email provided below. We also offer the guaranteed interview scheme; this means that all candidates with a disability covered by the Equality Act 2010, who meet the minimum entry requirements for the role, will be invited to attend an interview. Where possible we will also consider flexible working requests.

The Sensitive Intelligence Unit (SIU) is a specialist unit working with sensitive intelligence in support of covert proactive operations. The unit has responsibility for managing and developing intelligence, identifying threat, risk and harm and opportunities to disrupt Organised Crime Groups. The unit supports covert operations for the 7 forces in the Eastern region (Bedfordshire, Hertfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Norfolk, Suffolk, Kent and Essex) as well as ERSOU’s operational and investigation teams.

The unit currently has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Intelligence Analyst. Working to the Head of Analysis, you will be responsible for line managing and directing a busy team of analysts who are responsible for providing the tactical analytical support to covert operations. You will be responsible for setting and overseeing the standards of the team, ensuring they comply with national standards and legislation. You will also lead a team of intelligence staff in support of Major Crime Kidnap & Extortion Crime in Actions, providing tactical advice to Senior Investigating Officer. The successful applicant will be at the forefront of advancements in intelligence collection and IPA 2016 capabilities, identifying and implementing new software and tactics to improve the regions analytical capability.

The role can be diverse and challenging so it is essential that the successful candidate is highly motivated, organised and has a positive, flexible, approach to working whilst maintaining discretion within a confidential environment. Previous analytical experience, working with sensitive intelligence, communications data and covert tactics is essential. IPP accreditation as a senior analyst or analyst is also desirable.

There is a requirement to work a shift pattern that covers working one weekend in eight along with being on call for that same time plus an additional 4 weekdays. You will be based at Hertfordshire, however may be required to travel across the region.

Applicants must hold or be prepared to undergo Management Vetting (5 years residency criteria) and Security Clearance (5 years residency criteria) or Development vetting, if applicable, before taking up the post. Please be aware the Police Corporate Vetting Unit will undertake security vetting on successful candidates, their family and others that live at their home address, which will include financial checks. Due to the sensitive nature of these checks, we are not able to supply feedback should clearance be declined.

You will be expected to provide written evidence around competencies listed below and the minimum entry requirements from the role profile (maximum 500 words each).

• We take ownership
• We analyse critically
• We deliver, support and inspire
• Minimum entry requirements

If you are an internal applicant working within BCH (Bedfordshire Police, Cambridgeshire Constabulary or Hertfordshire Constabulary), please upload either your CV or a completed internal role summary form. This form can be found in the attached documents. Please note you will still be required to evidence against the minimum entry requirements and competencies listed above.

If you are an external applicant, please ensure you upload your CV and evidence against the minimum entry requirements and competencies listed above. To ensure the recruitment process is fair and equal, please do not include any personal details on your CV, other than your name. An internal role summary form should not be completed.

This vacancy is live to those at risk of redundancy and will remain open to redeployees until the conditional offer stage throughout the recruitment process. Any redeployee that wishes to apply should apply through the redeployment portal and provide evidence against the minimum entry requirements and competencies listed above. Redeployees will take priority over other applicants at any point during the recruitment process up until conditional offer. 

For further information about the role or mileage from your home address to the working location please contact: ersou.recruitment@herts.pnn.police.uk

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