Firearms Licensing & Intelligence Officer

Cambridgeshire Constabulary; Huntingdonshire; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Cambridgeshire Constabulary invites applications for an Admin & Research Officer in Firearms & Explosives Licensing. The role is based at Chord Park, Godmanchester, with duties spanning licensing processing, information gathering, risk assessment, and maintaining records in a confidential environment.

You will complete intelligence checks, prepare case materials, and provide guidance to applicants and internal teams.

Qualifications

• Strong IT skills, including experience using Microsoft Office and database systems.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
• The ability to assess information and make sound decisions.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills.
• A professional, customer-focused approach.
• The ability to manage competing priorities and work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Process firearms, shotgun and explosives licensing applications, including grants, renewals, variations, revocations, cancellations and related enquiries.
• Gather and assess information to help determine applicant suitability.
• Identify and elevate concerns or risks where appropriate.
• Complete intelligence checks and maintain accurate records on the National Firearms Licensing Management System.
• Prepare case information and provide clear, objective recommendations to decision-makers.
• Respond to enquiries from applicants, members of the public and internal teams.
• Provide guidance on licensing processes, relevant legislation and departmental procedures.
• Handle confidential and sensitive information appropriately.
• Support improvements to processes, service delivery and departmental outcomes.

Skills

IT skills

Microsoft Office

Attention to detail

Decision making

Communication skills

Driving licence

Job description

Cambridgeshire Constabulary invites applications for an Admin & Research Officer in Firearms & Explosives Licensing. The role is based at Chord Park, Godmanchester, with duties spanning licensing processing, information gathering, risk assessment, and maintaining records in a confidential environment.

You will complete intelligence checks, prepare case materials, and provide guidance to applicants and internal teams.