CD104 Researcher - Calderdale District *External*

West Yorkshire Police; Halifax; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional police force in Calderdale is seeking a highly motivated Researcher to support the District Intelligence Unit. The successful candidate will provide key research capabilities to help operational staff make informed decisions. This role requires flexibility, good experience in research or intelligence, and knowledge of databases. Benefits include 25 to 30 days annual leave, a generous pension scheme, and more.

Benefits

Annual leave of 25 days, rising to 30

Generous pension scheme

Employee assistance service

Cycle to work scheme

Blue Light discount card

Membership to the Company shop

Qualifications

• Proven ability to provide concise research support.
• Flexibility to work at short notice based on operational needs.

Responsibilities

• Support operational staff with informed decision-making.
• Undertake travel within the force as required.

Skills

Experience in an intelligence environment

Research capabilities

Knowledge of computerised databases

Job description

Job Title: Researcher

Location:

Calderdale District, Halifax

Salary:

£26,106 - £28,653

Employment Type:

Permanent, 2 full-time posts (37 hours per week)

Job Description:

West Yorkshire Police are seeking to appoint a highly motivated Researcher to the District Intelligence Unit at Calderdale. The role involves providing efficient and concise research capabilities to support operational staff in making informed decisions in real-time. Candidates should have proven experience in an intelligence environment or research, with good knowledge of computerised databases.

The position requires travel within the Force and flexibility to work at short notice as operational needs dictate. Successful applicants will undergo personal and financial vetting prior to appointment.

Benefits:

• Starting salary £26,106 to £28,653 over four years
• Annual leave of 25 days, rising to 30 days after five years, plus Bank Holidays
• Generous pension scheme
• Employee assistance service
• Cycle to work scheme
• Blue Light discount card
• Membership to the Company shop

This role is suitable for job sharing. The application deadline is 13th August at 23:55 hours.

West Yorkshire Police is committed to diversity and encourages applications from all minority groups and individuals with protected characteristics under the Equality Act 2010. Applicants should note that those not resident in the UK for the past five years may face difficulties in vetting procedures.