CTU XT1189 Senior Digital Data Assessor **External**
THE FOLLOWING VACANCY HAS BEEN ADVERTISED EXTERNALLY
Senior Digital Data Assessor
Counter Terrorism Policing – North East (CTP NE)
Leeds
1 full time post
We are looking to appoint a Senior Digital Data Assessor based in Leeds. This is an exciting opportunity to work within a Counter Terrorism Policing Team.
You will implement and maintain a specialist Data Review service, ensuring a Team of Digital Data Assessors and other resources are deployed safely and effectively, in line with legislation, policy and best practice to support regional, national and international Counter Terrorism policing and partner agencies.
You will possess a thorough working knowledge and expertise of common operating systems, applications, basic network technologies and internet technologies with proven experience and/or training in relevant field eg: media reviewing, analytical skills, interpretation of data, navigation and use of Microsoft products.
You will be educated to degree level or have equivalent qualifications or experience relevant to the role and have a good understanding of social media and the ability to effectively manage and navigate the internet.
The successful candidate will have an aptitude for problem solving, in a methodical and orderly manner, with an ability to work under pressure, make critical decisions and work to tight schedules/deadlines, multitasking to include the updating of relevant computer systems.
Additionally, you must have a physical and emotional resilience to deal with abusive and offensive images, of extreme violence, obscenity and depravity.
Please note that the successful candidate will be subject to enhanced level personal and financial vetting checks prior to appointment.
You must be a British citizen and eligible to hold a British passport to work in the CTP NE. For security reasons you should not discuss your application with anyone other than your immediate family.
Artificial Intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application. However, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate, and based on your own experience. Where plagiarism is identified—such as presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or AI-generated content, as your own—applications may be withdrawn.
The application process will close at 23:55 on 22 November 2026.
The post is suitable for job share.
West Yorkshire Police is committed to improving the diversity of its workforce to better reflect the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from all minority groups and individuals who identify with one or more of the protected characteristics as defined by the Equality Act 2010.
Applicants should be aware that it is not always possible to carry out adequate vetting checks on persons who have not been resident within the UK for the last ten years. Therefore, where this applies, applicants may be refused because it was not possible to vet them to the appropriate standard.
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CTU XT1189 Senior Digital Data Assessor **External** in Leeds employer: West Yorkshire Police
West Yorkshire Police is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment where collaboration with various agencies is at the forefront of our mission to combat counter-terrorism and organized crime. With flexible working hours and a strong commitment to employee development, we provide opportunities for growth and meaningful contributions to community safety in the York area.
