ERSOU - ROCU - Police Staff SO1/2 - Intelligence Analyst - Sensitive Intelligence Unit (SIU)

Bedfordshire Police; Stevenage; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekend Working Allowance

Job summary

ERSOU is seeking an experienced Intelligence Analyst to join the Sensitive Intelligence Unit in Stevenage. You will collect and analyse information from multiple sources, develop opportunities to enhance the intelligence picture, and produce analytical products to support operational requirements.

The role requires handling sensitive data, working to evidential standards, and collaborating with partner agencies.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year as an analyst in law enforcement or intelligence.
• Proficient with Windows software (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Experience with communications data.
• Experience with CSAS / Chorus or similar databases.
• Strong numeric, analytical and research techniques.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Flexible and self-motivated.

Responsibilities

• Collect, collate, evaluate and analyse information from diverse sources to investigate organised crime.
• Handle sensitive information within guidelines to enhance the intelligence picture.
• Produce high-quality analytical products to support operational requirements.
• Make recommendations to direct operational teams and assist in convictions.
• Work independently at pace to support operational needs.
• Build relationships with partner agencies to develop intelligence.
• Provide analytical products to evidential standard and peer review them.

Skills

Analyst experience

Windows software

Communications data

CSAS / Chorus

Analytical techniques

Communication skills

Self-motivation

Flexibility

Tools

CSAS/Chorus

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

ERSOU - ROCU - Police Staff SO1/2 - Intelligence Analyst - Sensitive Intelligence Unit (SIU)

Force: Bedfordshire Police

HIDDEN - Role Type: Police Staff

Contract Duration: Permanent

Contract Type: Full Time

Department: ERSOU - Regional Organised Crime Unit

Location: Stevenage

Grade: SO1/2

Salary: £39,276

Please note, if this is a paid role and the role is part time then the salary quoted will be pro rata based on the hours worked per annum.

Allowance: Weekend Working Allowance

Annual weekend working hours: 48.85hrs

Hours / Week: 37

Closing Date: 05/11/2026, 23:55

Job Description

The role:

An exciting opportunity has opened within the Eastern Region Special Operations Unit (ERSOU) for an experienced Intelligence Analyst to join our Sensitive Intelligence Unit (SIU).

• Collect, collate, evaluate and analyse information from a wide variety of internal and external sources to investigate those involved in organised crime.
• Handle sensitive information and work within guidelines to develop opportunities to parallel and enhance the intelligence picture.
• Produce high quality analytical products in support of operational requirements.
• Make recommendations to direct operational teams and assist in the conviction of offenders.
• Work independently at pace and under pressure to support operational needs.
• Build relationships with partner agencies to increase knowledge and further opportunities for developing intelligence.
• Produce analytical products to an evidential standard and take an active role in peer review of products.

About the Team

The SIU is an exciting and dynamic place to work. Supporting operations in Force, ROCU and across partner agencies, we exploit and enhance intelligence from multiple sensitive data sources to target the highest threat and harm areas affecting the Eastern Region.

You will work alongside a team of skilled analysts and intelligence development officers to analyse, assess, review and develop investigations, making recommendations to drive business activity and inform tactical planning.

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.

As part of this role, you will be required to partake in an on-call rota, as the Sensitive Intelligence Unit is responsible for providing a 24/7 intelligence response for fast time crimes in action. This will include a requirement for some weekend working and on call, approximately one week in every eight.

Who We're Looking For

• An experienced analyst with a minimum of one year working as an analyst within Law Enforcement, ideally within intelligence.
• Ability to work with Windows based software (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Experience working with communications data.
• Experience of CSAS / Chorus or equivalent customised databases.
• Well-developed numeric, analytical and research techniques.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Flexible approach to work and ability to self-motivate.

If you are a driven, self motivated analyst with attention to detail and a passion for dismantling our highest harm threats and OCGs then this could be the perfect next step in your career.

Selected candidates may be invited to complete an assessment exercise as part of the recruitment process.

WORK LOCATION

This role will be based in Stevenage, Hertfordshire with the requirement to travel across the region when necessary. ERSOU supports principles of agile working and encourages staff from any force or location to apply for positions. However, due to the nature of the role, the successful candidate will be required to work at a designated site within Stevenage up to and including 5 days a week. There are occasional opportunities for agile work dependant on operational demands.

ERSOU - Who are we and what we do

Created in 2010, ERSOU is funded by the seven police forces that make up the eastern region, with Bedfordshire Police being the lead force. ERSOU is the Eastern Region Special Operations Unit, that oversees and delivers a regional level response to Serious and Organised Crime, and Counter Terrorism Policing for the Forces in the Eastern Region.

ERSOU is made up of both Officers and Police Staff from across the entire region and works closely with the 7 Forces and National Partners. The departments are unique, in that they offer opportunities to work and develop individuals professionally in specialist areas, often delivering capabilities that are provided by local forces.

Working for ERSOU presents a fantastic opportunity for you to learn and develop within a unique law enforcement community whose staff and officers are dedicated to protecting the public from the threat of terrorism and serious and organised crime.

We are committed to building a leadership team that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. We actively encourage applications from individuals who are currently underrepresented at senior levels, including women, Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic candidates, disabled people, and those from LGBTQ+ communities.

We value the unique perspectives and experience that diverse leadership brings and welcome candidates who can help us drive inclusive policing and community engagement.

ERSOU as an employer can offer.

• Blue light card discounts
• Generous pension scheme
• Opportunities to get involved with networking groups such as the network of women, LGBTQ+, parent, carers, health, and wellbeing.

VETTING

This post is designated a 'reserved post' under the Civil Service Nationality Rules and is open only to UK Nationals. Anyone holding dual nationality can make an application but may be required to relinquish non-British nationality if successful (and any entitlement you may have to a foreign nationality) as a condition of your confirmation of appointment with CTP. When applying please click Yes to the British Nationality Question in order to progress to the next step of the application process. One of your parents should also be British or have substantial ties to the UK. In the latter instance, substantial ties means that your parent is a citizen of a British Overseas Territory, a Commonwealth citizen, US citizen, EEA citizen, British national or citizen overseas, and they would need to have demonstrable connections with the UK by way of family history or have been resident here for a substantial period of time.

If you're already married to, or cohabiting with, a person who isn't a British citizen, you may still be eligible for employment at the discretion of the department. You should note however, that marriage to, or cohabitation with, a person who isn't a British citizen after appointment may, in some circumstances, result in the withdrawal of security clearance and subsequent transfer to another department, or (if this is not possible or the officer does not wish to transfer) dismissal. Each case will be considered on its merits, taking into account the ties between the person involved and the United Kingdom.

Applicants must hold or be prepared to undergo Management Vetting (5 years residency criteria), Security Clearance (5 years residency criteria) Due to the sensitive nature of these checks, we are not able to supply feedback should clearance be declined.

For Further information

Email us at , emails will be forwarded on to the relevant recruiting manager and we will endeavour to reply within 3 working days.

Additional Information

All internal applicants must have successfully completed their probationary period to apply for this role.

Internal applicants within Bedfordshire Police, Cambridgeshire Constabulary or Hertfordshire Constabulary (BCH), should upload either a CV or provide relevant skills, experiences and qualifications on Word/PDF document.

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. Redeployees will take priority over other applicants at any point during the recruitment process up until conditional offer. If a redeployee is successful and accepts an offer, they will remain on their home force's terms and conditions.

As a Disability Confident leader, we take personal responsibility to help create an inclusive workplace, where police officers and staff respect one another, feel valued for their differences and can be themselves. We are committed to providing workplace adjustments, wherever needed so everyone feels welcome and can flourish. If you have a disability and you meet the minimum criteria for the position you are applying for, you will be entitled to an interview under the 'Offer an Interview Scheme'.

Help us deliver outstanding policing for everyone.

We believe that to serve our communities effectively, we need people from all backgrounds, bringing a wide range of life and professional experiences. This helps us reflect the communities we serve and ensures we deliver the best possible service.

Why Choose a Career in Policing?

Bedfordshire Police is recognised as a pioneering and forward-thinking service, responsible for policing a large, diverse, and multicultural population.

If you're looking for a meaningful and rewarding career-where you can make a real difference, take on new challenges, and gain a wide variety of experiences-then we want to hear from you.

What We Offer

• Pension Schemes: Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme, with employer contributions and death-in-service benefits.
• Generous Annual Leave: 24 to 33 days (depending on rank and length of service).
• Sick Pay: Up to six months full pay and six months half pay (depending on service).
• Family Leave: Occupational maternity, adoption, and paternity pay (depending on service).
• Carers and Discretionary Leave
• Flexible Working: Including compressed hours, flexible shifts, job sharing, annualised hours, and agile working (role dependent).
• Wellbeing Support: Local wellbeing teams, on-site gym facilities and exercise classes (location dependent).
• Sports & Social Clubs: Enjoy discounts, trips, and events through our dedicated clubs.
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Blue Light Card App: Option to sign up for discounts in-store and online for emergency service workers.
• Financial Support: Access to Police Mutual for savings plans, insurance, loans, and independent financial advice.
• Employee Assistance Programme: Confidential support for personal and professional wellbeing.
• Staff Support Networks: Including groups for Black and Minority Ethnic colleagues, LGBTQ+ colleagues, disability awareness, menopause support, faith-based groups, and more.
• Trade Union Membership: Access to UNISON.
• Career Development: Opportunities for progression, promotion, and leadership training.

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

• Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic communities
• People of all ages and abilities
• All faiths and religions
• LGBTQ+ communities
• Individuals from disadvantaged or marginalised backgrounds

All applications are assessed fairly and based on the evidence you provide and your suitability for 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.

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Bedfordshire Police recognises the growing use of AI tools in preparing job applications. While these tools can support you in expressing your skills and experience more effectively, their use must align with the principles of honesty, integrity, originality, and personal accountability. We want to learn about you and your own personal experiences and how these make you suitable for the role, this will be assessed throughout the recruitment process including at interview, which AI cannot replace.