Crime Analyst (Secondment/Fixed Term Contract)

Secondment/Fixed Term Contract until March 2026
Assessment and Investigation Unit (AIU)

Thames Valley Police have the vison to be an excellent police service, trusted by all our communities. To achieve this vision and deliver our strategic aims and objectives, we are seeking highly motivated, skilled investigators to join us.

Role purpose:

You will provide analytical support to assist the AIU, LPAs and TTCG in respect of crime patterns, crime trends, hot spots and offender details to identify established or emerging crime series. Provide analytical support to assist prevention initiatives, targeting, disruption and detection of crime. Produce analytical products and Intelligence products to the standard defined within the National Intelligence Model in accordance with the requirements of Thames Valley Police.

Accountability:

Analyse data from a range of sources to identify crime patterns, crime trends, crime series and hot spots using all available computerised technology, information and intelligence. Identify suspects and analyse the activities of individuals, groups and organisations through the application of recognised analytical techniques and methodology. Present the results of analysis in the appropriate format and produce a report outlining recommendations to accompany analytical products
Produce a Tactical Assessment for the tasking and co-ordination group to provide an accurate picture of the current situation, identifying emerging issues and making recommendations to inform decision making and assist management in the commitment of resources. Contribute to the Strategic Assessment process
Contribute to the production of Subject and Problem profiles to support the decision making process at both strategic and tactical levels to inform decisions and direct business activity. Adopt a problem solving approach to develop inferences around who, what, why, where, when and how relating to subjects and suspected criminal activity and produce an action plan in conjunction with relevant contributors
Attend meetings, briefings, conferences and seminars to discuss the analytical requirements and where appropriate present the results of the analysis undertaken. Represent the AIU/ Force in matters pertaining to analysis and liaise with other departments and police areas as required. Produce evidential statements and attend Court to give evidence as requested
Agree a ‘terms of reference’ to ensure the analysis is focussed to meet the needs and expectations of investigating officer.
Access, analyse and integrate data from non- police sources to foster and enhance effective community partnerships and support crime and disorder strategies. Liaise with other agencies and organisations as required.
Attend internal and external training courses, lectures and conferences. Undertake continuous professional development ensuring current knowledge of latest techniques, specialist software, products and intelligence issues including awareness of relevant legislation. Ensure the analysis of communications data complies with RIPA, DPA and ECHR legislation. Contribute to the development and application of analytical techniques embracing the concept of best practice

Skills required to be successful:

Good standard of education including excellent numeracy and literacy skills
Demonstrate exemplary interpersonal communications skills; including presentation skills, verbal and written skills.
IT Literate including recent experience of spreadsheets / EXCEL and Word. Good understanding of social network sites and internet capability.
Proven experience of using statistical methods, an understanding of charts and tables and the ability to interpret and develop inferences from data
Proven research skills – ability to problem solve and analyse large quantities of data.
Self motivated and able to use own initiative. Work effectively with minimum of supervision whilst remaining team focused. Ability to work alone or as a team.
Proven ability to work under pressure and prioritise workloads. Provide accurate work within set deadlines. Flexible approach to working hours.
Must have capability to travel to different locations across the Force and undertake all assignments in a timely manner. Due to the requirement to work flexibly, unsocial hours and personal safety for lone working; public transport may not be available or suitable at these times. For this reason a full UK driving licence is essential.

If you are a permanent member of staff applying for this role, please note it will be offered on a secondment basis. Important: All secondments are assumed supported and that your line manager and Head of Department/Commander or Deputy are aware of your intention to apply. If the secondment is not supported then a strong business rationale must be sent to RecruitmentPoliceStaff@thamesvalley.police.uk quoting the reference number for the role.

Please note: Shift allowance, on-call or other job related allowances from the previous role will not be protected unless they are attached to the new role for the duration of the secondment.

As part of the Thames Valley Police family you will enjoy a fantastic range of benefits including 24 days annual leave per annum, pro-rata for part time (plus Bank Holidays), flexible working conditions, a wide range of lifestyle discounts, career development opportunities and have the option to join a local government pension scheme. To view a full list of our benefits, please click the below link.

If you have any queries please contact the Recruitment Team at RecruitmentPoliceStaff@thamesvalley.police.uk quoting reference 22638. We will endeavour to respond to your query as quickly as possible.

Please use Google Chrome when completing your application, wherever possible, as this will enhance performance.

The closing date for enquiries and receipt of completed applications is Sunday 20 July 2025

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