NaVCIS Intelligence Development Officer_HC624088

We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated individual to join us as an Intelligence Development Officer, within a national policing unit working to ensure safer communities in the UK and around the world.

Work Location: College of Policing, Ryton

Hours per week: 37 hrs per week; Monday – Friday with flexible office hours

Contact Type: Fixed Term to 31 March 2027

More about the role: Working within the Intelligence team at NaVCIS, the successful candidate will be responsible for supporting either the NaVCIS Intelligence, Freight or Ports portfolios, providing information, intelligence management, research development and administration functions. You will have a firm understanding of handling intelligence from a variety of confidential sources and the ability to recognise opportunities to develop and cultivate HUMINT for referral as suitable for CHIS recruitment status. You will have recent and relevant experience within an intelligence environment and experience of research. You will have excellent communication skills and be a good team player. A good level of I.T skills are required, including making and using spreadsheets. Candidates should note that this role may require occasional travel and involve overnight stays, so access to a reliable system of transport is required. The post holder may need to work occasional unsocial hours to respond to operational demands.

About NaVCIS: The National Vehicle Crime Intelligence Service (NaVCIS) is a national police unit, hosted by Hampshire Constabulary but based near Coventry. We work closely with partner agencies across law enforcement and the private sector to better understand and mitigate the threats posed by vehicle theft. Motor finance fraud and associated offences impact upon victims and communities, the national economy and demands placed upon law enforcement agencies. Through effective partnership working NaVCIS seeks to prevent offences of motor finance fraud by our subject matter experts investigating, developing and sharing specialist intelligence to support law enforcement investigations to prevent crime and disrupt organised criminality.

What's on offer? You will have access to a wide benefits package as a member of Hampshire Constabulary police staff, including generous holiday allowances (24 days + bank holidays upon appointment with an increase after 5 years' service), flexible working opportunities, family friendly policies, pension scheme (Local Government Pensions Scheme) and employee wellbeing/support.

Qualifications and Responsibilities: Substantial experience in evidence gathering and intelligence work due to the complex nature and responsibilities of the role. An excellent working knowledge of criminal law and the criminal justice system, CPIA, RIPA, CHIS code of practise, covert intelligence and investigation. Excellent and evidenced report writing and communication skills e.g. the production of clear, concise and accurate records, letters and reports as well as verbal delivery and presentation to diverse audiences. To be computer/keyboard literate and a competent keyboard user. A working knowledge of vehicle telematics.

Competencies and Personal Qualities: When applying, you will have the opportunity to talk to us about your background and experience, especially when providing evidence against our competency and values framework (CVF). The CVF provides clear expectations for everyone working in policing. It describes the behaviours required by you as a member of police staff to be effective in your role. Please ensure you view the role profile to see which ones are relevant to the role, so you have a deeper understanding of the requirements for each CVF.

Equal Opportunities and Inclusion: Hampshire and Isle of Wight Constabulary is an inclusive employer and strives to have a workforce representative of the communities we police and serve. We recognise that we are not fully representative and are working to address this imbalance through a variety of initiatives.