Force Crime Registrar in Wymondham

Overview

The Home Office Vision is "That all Police forces in England and Wales have the best crime recording system in the world, one that is consistently applied; delivers accurate statistics that are trusted by the public and puts the needs of victims at its core". Norfolk and Suffolk constabularies Chief Officers describe that "Having accurate and trusted data is important in making the right decisions to ensure victims get the services to which they are entitled and offenders are held to account for their actions". The Crime Registrar is at the heart of this and their role is to ensure the integrity of Norfolk and Suffolk Constabularies’ crime and incident data and ensure compliance with National Standards for incident and crime recording, acting as the final arbiter for the force in respect of recording and determining outcomes.

Who we are looking for

Do you have an inquisitive mind, great problem‑solving skills, and an aptitude for analysing information? Would you like an interesting and varied role in a department that really values its people? If this sounds like you, we’d like to hear from you!

The position

We are looking to recruit for the role of Force Crime Registrar. The role will lead a team of Crime Auditors which form the Crime Registry team. The team forms one of five teams within the Analytics and Insight department which also provide data insights and analysis & research support to the operational, strategic and performance functions in both constabularies. The Crime Registrar is the final arbiter in all crime recording decisions. The Crime Auditors assist by performing a series of internal audits, monitoring compliance with NCRS/HOCR and providing assistance to officers in the correct application of these rules. The post will be offered on a permanent, full‑time contract.

What we can offer

• Competitive salaries with a generous annual leave allowance, flexible working opportunities and the ability to work from home
• An excellent local government pension scheme and access to the Blue Light card discount scheme
• Exciting and varied work streams with a clear career pathway for staff development
• A diverse, equal and inclusive workforce in an organisation that values its people
• Fantastic wellbeing support function and staff support networks for all staff members and access to the sports and social club
• The opportunity to make a difference to the communities of Norfolk and Suffolk

Location

Members of the Analytics and Insight team are currently home‑based for most of the time, but there will be a requirement for occasional office‑based working. The office locations are the Norfolk Police Headquarters in Wymondham or the Suffolk Police Headquarters in Martlesham.

Interested?

If you’d like to find out more, please contact Helen Borthwick, Head of Analytics and Insight at helen.borthwick@suffolk.police.uk for an informal chat.

It is essential that applicants meet the following criteria

• Significant experience in National Crime & Incident Recording Standards
• College of Policing Force Crime Registrar accreditation
• Excellent problem‑solving skills, with the ability to influence decision making at all levels
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to provide oral presentations and written reports explaining complex issues at tactical and strategic level and to a variety of audiences
• Experience of management at a senior level, including evidence of forming and maintaining internal/external relationships
• Experience of developing teams and individuals to achieve high performance
• Ability to travel as required throughout the UK
• Previous experience of managing significant project and policy change

It is desirable that applicants meet the following criteria

• Experience within a law enforcement environment, including an understanding of governance structures
• Evidence of continuous professional development and leadership skills
• A basic understanding of continuous improvement concepts and models