Business Support & Secretariat Officer - Counter Terrorism Policing HQ.
Job Title: Business Support & Secretariat Officer - Counter Terrorism Policing HQ.
Salary: The starting salary is £38,926, which includes allowances totalling £2,928.
The salary is broken down as £35,998 basic salary, which will increase annually until you reach the top of the scale £38,523. Plus, a location allowance of £1,928 and a non-pensionable allowance of £1,000.
Location: West Brompton
Overview
Can your skills help protect the UK?
There has never been a more important time to be working alongside some of the best and brightest to help keep people safe from terrorism and other national security threats. This is an exciting opportunity to influence the way Counter Terrorism Policing (CTP) gets the most from its data and technology. As a Business Support and Secretariat Officer, you’ll help us make better use of data in our critical national security mission.
Who we are
Counter Terrorism Policing is a collaboration of UK police forces working with security and intelligence agencies to help keep people safe and our national security by preventing, deterring and investigating terrorist activity. We do this by partnering locally and globally - from neighbourhood policing teams supported by a national network of specialists, to our investigators and expert advisors in every corner of the world.
At the centre of the network sits the Counter Terrorism Policing Headquarters (CTPHQ), which devises policy and strategy; coordinates national projects and programmes; and advises the government on Counter Terrorism (CT) issues. We work together with MI5 and other partners to disrupt attacks; prevent people getting drawn into all forms of terrorism and violent extremism; and increase the protection and security of the UK’s critical infrastructure, businesses and public places.
The team you’ll join
You will join a growing team that sits at the heart of the CTP network. The Data and Analysis Pillar was established in 2019 to transform CTP’s use of data. Our vision is that CTP becomes a data-centric organisation, with the right data exploitable by the whole network against any threat, utilising the best available capabilities, while maintaining legal compliance and public trust.
And our remit is broad: We are responsible for the leadership and professional development of CTP’s nationwide analytical community - we lead the production of data-driven intelligence and analytical products to inform CT investigations and operations. We lead engagement with industry and academia to exploit emerging science and technology and deliver innovative solutions to the CTP network. And we are creating a national data science capability – to help our regional operational and investigative teams tackle the trickiest data-related problems.
The Data Team is multi-functional team that sits within the Data and Analysis Pillar and provides a range of cross-cutting services to the HQ and wider network. We define the strategic vision and priorities for data and technology. We enable decision-making on all things digital, data, analysis and technology through coordination of a range of senior boards. We lead the development of data-related policy and standards internal to CTP and influence wider government policy and data legislation. We provide the tools and frameworks to ensure we deliver technology that is feasible, provides the required operational impact and allows users to get the most from our data while ensuring we remain ethically and legally compliant. And we oversee, coordinate and support the delivery of technology that continues to meet the evolving needs of our users.
What you’ll do
As Business Support and Secretariat Officer, some of your key responsibilities will include:
- Support the running of the Digital, Data, Analysis and Technology (DDAT) Board and Data Board.
You will manage the logistics and other arrangements for each of these governance boards. You will manage the commissioning and circulation of papers. You will produce high-quality minutes and ensure any follow-up actions are progressed. And you will work with the Band C Secretariat and Briefings Manager to identify opportunities for improving the running of the boards. - Contribute to the design and maintenance of the Data & Analysis Delivery Plan.
You will monitor key initiatives across the Pillar, flagging any risks and dependencies, and record progress updates. - Support the development of relevant Management Information.
You will contribute to the design and maintenance of the dashboards, process diagrams and governance documentation. - Develop communications products.
You will work with the Band C Secretariat and Briefings Manager to develop a range of comms products for board members and wider stakeholders. - Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with staff and officers within the Data Pillar, other CTPHQ units, the CT Network, Specialist Operations, other relevant areas of the MPS and with external stakeholders.
You will also be responsible for tracking all Data & Analysis Pillar finances and coordinating recruitment for the team. - Working collaboratively across the team to provide other business admin support.
You will work with other Band Ds and providing resilience when required. And support activities such as maintaining the Data Pillar corporate shared document system; ensure financial records are up-to-date; and support pillar-wide recruitment activity.
Inclusion, diversity and equality:
Inclusion, diversity and equality is at the front and centre of our approach to make the composition of Counter Terrorism Policing more representative of the communities we serve. As Counter Terrorism is rooted in Local Policing, to tackle today’s complex policing challenges, applications from across all communities are therefore essential and encouraged. Counter Terrorism Policing as a network is committed to ensuring that disabled people and those with long-term health conditions have the opportunities to fulfil their potential and realise their aspirations.
Counter Terrorism Policing is committed to creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome and encourage applications from candidates who are seeking flexible working arrangements, including part time working or job share.
Vetting
Applicants must hold or be prepared to undergo Counter Terrorism Check (CTC) level before taking up the post.
All appointments are subject to the post holder satisfying the required level of security clearance at the time of appointment and for the duration of the attachment agreement. Failure to achieve such clearance or removal of such clearance will result in the termination of employment. This does not affect your statutory right.
This post requires access to the most sensitive intelligence material on a daily basis. Applicants must hold or be prepared to undergo National Security Vetting (NSV) Developed Vetting (DV) level before taking up the post.
This post requires British nationality (some dual nationals may be ineligible) and an Enhanced Security Check (eSC)/Developed Vetting (DV)] clearance.
As the post holder will have access to very sensitive information, there are limitations on travelling to a small number of countries and we will undertake additional security checks as part of the recruitment process. Applications from candidates with close connections to certain countries may take considerably longer to process, or in some cases result in a withdrawal of an offer of employment. Further details will be provided at the conditional offer stage.
Confidentiality Agreement
Applicants should also be aware of the need to sign a confidentiality agreement on taking up the post.
Our Employee Commitments
Counter Terrorism Policing aims to create an inclusive and welcoming atmosphere and culture and an environment where all our people feel a strong sense of belonging and are able to reach their full potential. Where any group or individual can be and feel respected, supported and valued to fully participate and contribute to our mission of “Working to keep people safe from Terrorism”.
Inclusion, diversity and equality is at the front and centre of our approach to make the composition of Counter Terrorism Policing more representative of the communities we serve. As Counter Terrorism is rooted in Local Policing, to tackle today’s complex policing challenges, applications from across all communities are therefore essential and encouraged. Counter Terrorism Policing as a network is committed to ensuring that disabled people and those with long-term health conditions have the opportunities to fulfil their potential and realise their aspirations’.
Counter Terrorism Policing is committed to creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome and encourage applications from candidates who are seeking flexible working arrangements, including part time working or job share. In addition, this role has been reviewed following learning from work during the Covid pandemic and may be done in an agile manner. In the first instance, please contact the vacancy holder to discuss how such arrangements could be accommodated (where applicable).
How to apply
To begin your career at the Met, please click the "apply now" button below. The application process requires a comprehensive CV, a Personal Statement, and an online application form. In your Personal Statement, you should explain your interest in the position and illustrate how your skills and experiences make you a suitable candidate. Please note that you should not submit two copies of your CV, and ensure that your documents are saved in either PDF or Word format, clearly labelled as CV and Personal Statement.
Completed applications must be submitted by 23:55 on 29th December 2025.
Once received, your application will be reviewed against eligibility criteria, following this, your application will be reviewed by the hiring manager. The application review for this vacancy will commence 2 weeks after the closing date.
Following application review, successful candidates will be invited to interview. Interview dates will commence 2-3 weeks after hiring manager review.