Policy & Commissioning Officer

West Mercia Police; Wychavon; Hybrid; GBP 44,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Free parking

Onsite gym

Health and well being support

Blue Light Card discounts

Job summary

West Mercia Police is seeking a Policy & Commissioning Officer to join the office of the Police and Crime Commissioner in Hindlip. The role supports shaping policy and commissioning with a focus on reducing crime and improving victim services.

The post is a fixed-term, 12-month contract covering maternity/adoption leave, working pattern is weekdays with hybrid arrangements (up to two days from home), and a salary of £43,668–£49,716.

Qualifications

• Role focuses on shaping effective policy and commissioning activities with strong written and communication skills.
• Ability to interpret information into clear advice and recommendations.
• Hybrid role with up to two days working from home per week.

Responsibilities

• Support the PCC's policy and commissioning activity to deliver impact for communities.
• Analyse information, identify risks and opportunities, and provide insights for service improvements.

Job description

Policy & Commissioning Officer

Number of vacancies

1

Location

Hindlip

Grade

G

Salary

£43,668 - £49,716

Working pattern

Weekdays

Part/Full Time

Full Time

Hours per Week

37

Type of Contract

Fixed Term

Job Advert

We are looking for a Policy and Commissioning Officer to join the office of the West Mercia Police and Crime Commissioner and support our vision: "Working with partners and the public to deliver safer, stronger communities in West Mercia".

A core role of the PCC's office is to ensure the voice of the public is reflected in policing. The PCC also allocates millions of pounds to community projects, victim services and crime prevention measures, and makes sure the police force has the funding it needs to deliver an efficient and effective service for the public.

The PCC is seeking someone with a passion for shaping effective policy and commissioning activity that delivers real impact for communities. You will be analytical and proactive, with strong written and communication skills, able to interpret information and translate it into clear advice and recommendations. You will be confident in identifying risks and opportunities, and motivated to use insight, evidence and innovative thinking to support improved services, particularly in reducing crime and supporting victims.

• The Policy & Commissioning Officer is a hybrid role (up to two days working from home a week)
• Fixed term contract for 12 months
• This opportunity is to cover Maternity/adoption leave

The closing date for this post is 12 noon on Wednesday 30th September 2026

Our values

Professionalism:

• We set high standards for ourselves and others.
• We embrace learning and continuous improvement.
• We are empowered to take clear, innovative and evidenced decisions, and own accountability that comes with them.

Serving the public:

• We work collaboratively with the police and our partners to deliver best in class services to our communities.
• The best interests of the public are at the heart of everything we do.
• We always ensure the public have a voice in shaping the services that affect their lives.

Integrity:

• We strive to achieve the best value and service for the taxpayer.
• We are honest, open and transparent with our staff, the public and our partners.
• We challenge inappropriate or unethical behaviour, wherever we encounter it.

Inclusivity:

• We treat people fairly and respectfully.
• We care for and value each other, creating an environment where people feel belonging and have confidence as individuals.
• We work to champion the voices of all communities, especially those who do not feel heard.

We're a supportive employer, an inclusive workplace with active advocacy networks, we offer flexible working, up to 28 days annual leave (including bank holidays) pre-five years' service, Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS), professional development, free parking, an onsite gym, health and well being support and access to the Blue Light Card discounts.

We embrace diversity and welcome applications from everyone.

*Photo ID will be required at interview so please follow this if you do not have a photo driving licence or passport (can be expired)