Communications Data Investigator (Secondment/Fixed Term Contract, Three Posts)

Thames Valley Police; Kidlington; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity for a Communications Data Investigator within Thames Valley Police. The role involves providing strategic advice, emergency support, and expert testimony in legal processes. Ideal candidates should possess strong communication skills and relevant experience.

Benefits

24 days of annual leave

Flexible working

Lifestyle discounts

Career development

Local government pension scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar environment is preferred.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and disseminate strategic advice to various stakeholders.
• Provide 24-hour on-call support for emergencies.
• Compile witness statements and attend court for testimony.

Skills

Communication

Self-motivation

Initiative

Teamwork

Education

Good standard of education

Job description

3 Secondment / Fixed Term Contracts

4 July 2025 – 7 April 2026, 4 September 2025 – 28 October 2026, 4 October 2025 – 28 October 2026

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Communications Data Investigator within the Force Authorities Bureau.

In this role, you will:

1. Prepare and proactively disseminate relevant strategic advice to applicants, analysts, designated persons, senior investigating officers, and forensic experts to provide a professional service and maintain integrity when dealing with sensitive issues.
2. Provide 24-hour on-call support for emergency situations, including immediate threats to life, time-critical incidents, ongoing operations, and reported crimes, while offering specialist advice to colleagues, partners, and agencies to support organizational objectives and ensure legal and policy compliance.
3. Compile or acquire witness statements related to communications data acquisition for evidence and attend court when necessary, providing expert testimony in legal processes supporting criminal investigations.
4. Assess the suitability of analytical products for court presentation, engaging expert witnesses where appropriate.

The ideal candidate will have a good standard of education and/or relevant experience in a similar environment. You should be able to work as part of a team, demonstrate high integrity, and communicate effectively at all levels. Self-motivation, initiative, and the ability to work independently are essential.

If applying as a permanent staff member, please ensure your line manager and department head are aware of your application. Unsupported secondments require a strong business rationale with the reference number of the role.

Please note that shift allowances, on-call, or other job-related allowances from previous roles are not protected unless attached to the new role during the secondment.

Benefits include 24 days of annual leave (pro-rata for part-time), flexible working, lifestyle discounts, career development, and the option to join a local government pension scheme. For more details, visit the 'Supporting You' page via the link at the bottom of the advert.

For queries, contact the Recruitment Team at [e-mail], quoting reference 22476. We aim to respond promptly.

Please use Google Chrome for the application to ensure optimal performance.

The closing date for applications is Monday 26 May 2025.

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