Intelligence Researcher - London, United Kingdom - Metropolitan Police

Metropolitan Police

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London, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

Job Title:
Intelligence Researcher

Salary:
The starting salary is £33,348, which includes allowances totalling £2,841.

The salary is broken down as £30,507 basic salary, which will increase annually until you reach the top of the scale £32,639 Plus, a location allowance of £1,841 and a non-pensionable allowance of £1,000.

Location:
Across London

Are you looking for a new challenge? Do you want to put your research skills to the test? Keen to be part of what keeps London safe every day?

The Metropolitan Police is the UK's largest police service, serving one of the most diverse cities in the world.
_ _The threats facing London are constant and ever-evolving; emerging technologies and a growing population make the risks greater than ever this is why we need Intelligence Researchers.

We want people who can identify clues that aren't obvious, who realise not everything is what it seems and know that not all weapons look the same.

Working for Met Intelligence (MO2) you will be at the forefront of the unique challenge of policing London.

Our structure
enables the Metropolitan Police Service (MPS) to receive a clear picture of threats and priorities across London, informing how best to task officers, staff and assets to respond effectively.

Duties and responsibilities
As one of the world's leading police service, we investigate some of the most complex and high profile cases.

By joining Met Intelligence, you will form a key part of the research and analytical function, helping to put intelligence at the heart of our operational response and offering you a variety of opportunities to get involved with making London the safest global city.

Key Tasks
What does the average day look like? Your core duties will include:

Assisting with identifying crime trends, series and offenders of note by scanning information from a number of sources and databases and presenting key findings verbally and in written form.
Supporting intelligence analysts in understanding crime problems through research of information systems to identify potential drivers, locations and people of note.
Researching various information sources and providing summaries of people involved in offending to support investigations.
Assisting analysts in the compilation of any standard products such as tasking products.
Working closely with colleagues in other departments to obtain information to inform research and analytical products.
Completing basic mapping of crime to identify hotspots or locations of interest.

MO2 Employee Commitments
Met Intelligence (MO2) aims to create an inclusive and welcoming atmosphere for all staff.

A working environment where any group or individual can be and feel respected, supported and valued to fully participate and contribute to the Metropolitan Police mission of "More trust, Less crime, Higher standards".

MO2 is committed to creating an inclusive working environment, we believe everyone should be able to bring their true self to work, so we are working to enhance a culture where there is a strong sense of belonging.

A supportive environment where everyone experiences respect, encouragement and appreciation to reach their full potential.

How to apply
Essential for the Role, e.g. qualifications, licenses, languages, training

_ What are we looking for?_

Essential Criteria
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A passion for working in Policing and Intelligence:

Interested in Personal Development:
You must currently hold GCSE Maths and English Grade C and above (or equivalent and willing to undertake relevant training opportunities

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Critical Thinking

The skill to interpret information and make connections.

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Data Collection Skills

The ability to collate information from a wide variety of sources.

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Attention to detail

Able to identify key bits of information from a large amount of material.

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Communication Skills

The ability to present work in a clear and concise written format, as well as deliver your findings verbally to a variety of audiences.

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IT Literacy

Confident in using IT systems and competent in the use of Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint

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Honesty and Integrity

The ability to maintain the highest levels of integrity, discretion and confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately.

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Collaboration

Build and maintain effective working relationships with staff and officers of all levels, as well as external partners, promoting a positive and professional image of the MPS.

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Initiative