Intelligence Support Officer

Red Snapper Recruitment; Burnley; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Red Snapper Recruitment is seeking an Intelligence Support Officer to join a Divisional Intelligence Unit in Burnley. The role focuses on researching and managing information and intelligence to support policing decisions, with a strong emphasis on accuracy and secure handling.

Ideal candidates will have experience in researching computer systems, digital media and open-source sources, with knowledge of NIM and the 3x5x2 grading system.

Qualifications

• Experience researching and interrogating computer systems and databases.
• Experience with digital media and open-source research.
• Strong accuracy and attention to detail when collecting, collating and recording information.
• Experience evaluating and disseminating information or intelligence.
• Knowledge of MoPI and data protection guidance.

Responsibilities

• Provide an efficient intelligence support function to the Divisional Intelligence Unit.
• Research, develop and action information and intelligence to support operational activity and inform tasking and resources.
• Research and interrogate computer systems and databases, ensuring information is accurately recorded and maintained.
• Assess and evaluate information, identifying risks, relationships, patterns and trends.
• Produce intelligence briefings and management information to support operational decision-making.
• Receive and respond to queries relating to intelligence matters, maintaining confidentiality at all times.
• Liaise with internal teams and external agencies to support information sharing.
• Undertake open-source and digital media research where required.
• Maintain accurate computerised records and intelligence systems.
• Carry out administrative duties to support the running of the Intelligence Unit.
• Ensure all work complies with data protection and intelligence standards.

Skills

Researching databases

Digital media research

Attention to detail

Information evaluation

Policing information awareness

MoPI data protection knowledge

Education

Intelligence Professionalisation Programme (IPP) qualification

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Teams

SharePoint

Job description

RSR is a public safety & enterprise security recruitment specialist. We assist public safety employers find the right talent. We assist all employers when they want to source public safety and enterprise security skills and experience.

Intelligence Support Officer

Location: Parker Lane, Burnley

Contract: Full Time, 3-month initial contract with possible extensions

Hours: Full Time

Pay Rate: £13.84 per hour PAYE

We are recruiting for an Intelligence Support Officer to join a Divisional Intelligence Unit in Burnley. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced administrator or intelligence professional to support operational policing through the effective research, development and management of information and intelligence. The successful candidate will help maintain an accurate and up-to-date intelligence picture, ensuring information is properly assessed, recorded and disseminated to support operational decision-making and policing activity.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide an efficient and effective intelligence support function to the Divisional Intelligence Unit.
• Research, develop and action information and intelligence to support operational activity and inform tasking and resources.
• Research and interrogate computer systems and databases, ensuring information is accurately recorded and maintained.
• Assess and evaluate information, identifying risks, relationships, patterns and trends.
• Produce intelligence briefings and management information to support operational decision-making.
• Receive and respond to queries and requests relating to intelligence matters, maintaining confidentiality at all times.
• Handle restricted and confidential information appropriately and in accordance with relevant legislation and policies.
• Attend briefings and meetings, providing intelligence-related information to support tasking and resource decisions.
• Liaise with internal teams, other organisations and external agencies to support effective information sharing and communication.
• Undertake open-source and digital media research where required.
• Maintain accurate computerised records and intelligence systems.
• Carry out administrative duties to support the effective running of the Intelligence Unit.
• Ensure all work complies with relevant data protection, information management and intelligence standards.
• Contribute positively to the wider team and support continuous improvement and best practice within intelligence services.

About You

We are looking for someone who can demonstrate:

• Experience of researching and interrogating computer systems and databases.
• Experience of digital media and open-source research.
• Strong accuracy and attention to detail, particularly when collecting, collating and recording information.
• Experience of evaluating and disseminating information or intelligence.
• Knowledge of the National Intelligence Model (NIM) and the 3x5x2 intelligence grading system.
• Experience of maintaining computerised recording systems.
• Knowledge of operational policing and how information is used to support policing activity.
• Experience of working in a demanding administrative environment and handling confidential information.
• The ability to make decisions and take appropriate action.
• Experience of working collaboratively with internal and external departments or agencies.
• Experience of interpreting information and identifying patterns and trends.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to produce and present information to support management decisions.
• Good IT skills, including Microsoft applications such as Word, Excel, Teams and SharePoint.
• Working knowledge of relevant legislation and guidance relating to data protection, disclosure of information and the Management of Police Information (MoPI).

Qualifications

An Intelligence Professionalisation Programme (IPP) qualification is desirable. Candidates without this qualification must be willing to complete the programme within 18 months.

Competencies

The successful candidate will be expected to demonstrate the following behaviours:

• We are emotionally aware
• We take ownership
• We are collaborative
• We deliver, support and inspire
• We analyse critically
• We are innovative and open minded

Additional Requirements

• A flexible approach to working hours and practices.
• Commitment to maintaining high standards of service and accuracy.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multifunctional team.
• Successful completion of the required level of vetting.