Post Title: Intelligence Support Officer
Type of contract: Permanent Full-Time
Rank/Grade: PC/DC
Directorate/Department: Specialist Operations
Vetting level required: MV/SC
Location: New Street
Salary: As Per National Pay Scales
Description of Department & role:
The Intelligence Support Team (IST) is responsible for the processing and development of intelligence and provides intelligence gatekeeping and intelligence support for operational policing matters covering 07:00 to 22:00shift pattern(no nights and 2 out of 6 weekends).
As a member of the team, you will gain insight and experience in an array of different intelligence applications and methods; from financial to open source to emerging new technologies.
A role with the IST provides officers with the necessary skills, experience and contacts for growth into other more complex intelligence roles.
You need to be proactive, enthusiastic and enjoy a variety of teamwork and assist in minimising and mitigating risk. Constables in these roles will be empowered to manage and ensure that intelligence and information submissions are properly evaluated and MoPI compliant before release and onward dissemination. Alongside processing intelligence submissions, the team also undertakes proactive intelligence development in areas such as acquisitive crime, vehicle-enabled offending and vulnerability, working with internal and external stakeholders to develop intelligence, produce products and support force priorities. There will be a requirement to highlight risks and be proactive to undertake initial stages of intelligence development in line with the Force Control Strategy.
You will be required to undertake CPD annually, and IPP (Intelligence Professionalisation Programme) to the level required.
Essential Criteria
- Strong decision-making skills
- Good verbal and written communication skills to produce and present intelligence brief
- To have a good understanding of Management of Police Information (MoPI) and the National Intelligence Model (NIM)
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word and PowerPoint
- Ability to produce consistently high‑quality work and demonstrate self‑motivation
- Excellent negotiating skills and the ability to communicate effectively at all ranks
Desirable Criteria
- Previous experience in intelligence arena, including protest intelligence
- A flexible approach to working hours
- Comprehensive understanding of Niche functionality for intelligence
The application and interview will be tested under Level 1 of the College of Policing Competency and Values Framework.
This post is advertised for serving police officers who meet the required vetting standard. This advert is open to internal applicants only.
Applicants who fail to address the skills/knowledge/experience of the job description will not be considered.
POLICE OFFICERS ONLY
Please note that your application will not be considered without the completed endorsement form. Please ensure you leave enough time for your verifiers and senior leaders to complete the support of your application before the closing date.
Please note if you are a student officer and have not yet completed your probationary period, please contact your supervisor prior to submitting your application, to check your eligibility.
Please note Officers who are not within 3 months of completing their tenure period will not be eligible to apply for internal roles. This applies only to Officers who are not currently working within this Directorate.
The closing date for applications is Friday 18th September 2026 at 23:59 hours.
If you would like to discuss this opportunity in more detail, please contact DI Ben Mott ben.mott@cityoflondon.police.uk or PS Nathan Bunce nathan.bunce@cityoflondon.police.uk
This vacancy is open only to those who have the right to work in the UK
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The City of London Police is keen to promote flexible working and will, subject to operational policing requirements, proactively consider all applications to work flexibly.
The City of London Police is committed to equal opportunities and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.
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Intelligence Support Officer employer: City of London Police
The City of London Police is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and inclusive work environment that prioritises employee well-being and professional growth. With competitive salaries, flexible working arrangements, and access to various staff support networks, employees are empowered to thrive while contributing to the safety of one of the UK's most dynamic cities. The commitment to diversity and community engagement makes this role not just a job, but a meaningful opportunity to make a real difference.
