Transfer / Secondment - CTPNW - FIMU Intelligence Manager - Detective Inspector - Intelligence - 1893861, - Ref:1893861

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Enhanced Vetting Required

Counter Terrorism Policing North West (CTPNW) is a five-force collaboration delivering Counter Terrorism (CT) services to our regional forces as well as forming part of the national CT Network. CTPNW’s mission is to work together to keep people safe from terrorism.

We are looking for a committed and outstanding individual who can support CTPNW in achieving its mission.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Detective Inspector to join CTPNW as an Intelligence Manager within the Fixed Intelligence Management Unit (FIMU) in Manchester.

Based at Force headquarters, the FIMU is the backbone of Counter Terrorism Policing and liaison with other teams and strands within CTPNW is routine. The FIMU is comprised of four teams of officers and staff, each working to a Detective Sergeant or intelligence supervisor. The FIMU is the ‘front door’ into CTPNW, and staff are responsible for the assessment of incoming intelligence and determining CT relevancy. The FIMU also jointly covertly investigate cases of national security concern alongside partners in the UK intelligence community. As the DI for the unit, your role will be varied and you will lead the team and be responsible for the management and oversight of covert investigations.

A common misconception is that CTP rarely recruit into roles such as this when the candidate hasn’t previously worked in a CT environment or has no experience of working in a covert role. This is not the case - candidates from a variety of backgrounds and with diverse professional experience are encouraged to apply. A full induction and training package will be provided to the successful candidate.

Effective communication, teamwork and a proactive attitude are vital attributes. The successful post-holder should also possess an investigative mindset, with an understanding of intelligence handling and the ability to effectively assess threat and risk.

For any queries, please contact CTPNWRecruitment@gmp.police.uk.

- Application Form

Candidates do not need to complete their application with evidence of all essential criteria on the job description. Instead candidates should provide evidence in no more than 150 words (per each point) of the following essential competencies:

1. Completion of PIP2 investigative managers program.
2. Experience of investigating complex and protracted enquiries.
3. Effectively applies correct force procedures when carrying out an in depth investigation.
4. Knowledge of intelligence processes and operational procedures in relation to the obtaining of information and intelligence and awareness of Force Intelligence systems.
5. Knowledge of current local, national and international affairs.
6. Varied operational experience.

Please complete and return the attached Suitability Support form.

Please note that your Suitability Support form needs to be completed and attached no later than a week after the closing date or we will not process the application.

- UK Nationality

You must be a UK National to work for CTPNW. In approved circumstances dual nationals (of which one element is British) may also be considered. For the purposes of safeguarding national security, applicants will be required to hold or acquire the appropriate national security vetting clearance. However, in the event that potential conflicts of interest cannot be managed the post holder will not be able to see the intelligence material and therefore will not be able to perform their duties.

Please ensure that your application follows the above guidance. If you need further advice, please contact CTPNWRecruitment@gmp.police.uk.

Please note, the majority of the communication will be sent the e-mail address you provide on your application form. Please ensure to regularly monitor your inbox and your junk mail folder.

- Vetting Requirements

This is a designated post under the Force Vetting Strategy and the post will therefore applicants must hold or be prepared to undergo National Security Vetting (NSV) level before taking up the post.

For the purpose of safeguarding national security and in line with Cabinet Office Policy, supported by Section 82(2) to (4) of the Police Reform Act (2002), applicants who do not hold or acquire Security Check (enhanced) (SC(e)) or Developed Vetting (DV) clearance and meet the nationality requirements cannot be offered the post.
For further information regarding the National Security Vetting process, please click the following link: https://www.gov.uk/guidance/security-vetting-and-clearance’

Please note for applications which carry enhanced vetting you should have resided in the UK for the last 10 years.

For specialist police posts, eligible candidates will:
• have completed their probation at the closing date;
• be confirmed in the rank of the vacancy;
• not previously been unsuccessful at an assessment or interview for the same post within the last six months;
• have no outstanding disciplines (not including complaints).
• have completed the minimum tenure in your current post (if specialist post)

- Inclusion, Diversity & Equality

CTPNW is committed to achieving an inclusive and diverse workforce reflective of the communities we serve and would welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds. At the heart of CTPNW is our people, we are committed to continuing to make the CTPNW a great place to work.

The Equality Act 2010 makes it unlawful to discriminate against a disabled person in all areas of employment, including recruitment. CTPNW welcomes people with disabilities and will do its best to make reasonable adjustments to the working arrangements and/ or the working environment providing it is possible to do so.

Sickness will not be checked until the conditional offer stage of the recruitment process and therefore candidates need to ensure that they have a good attendance record for the last 2 years for Staff and officers and for 12 months for apprentices.

If you have a disability and you require support with your application or any part of the selection process, please let us know so we can support you with any reasonable adjustments you may require. If you need any support please contact CTPNWRecruitment@gmp.police.uk and the CTPNW Recruitment team will be happy to assist.

You will find attached the Ethical Policing Principals, Valuing Difference and Leadership Expectations for policing, these nationally recognised behaviours and values set out the guidance that you will be tested against within any specialist recruitment process. This will provide a consistent foundation for a range of local and national processes to be evidenced and which CTPNW adhere to.

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