467 - Intelligence Support Officer (IPP Accredited) - FIB - Grade C
Greater Manchester Police is one of the largest police forces in the UK and is responsible for keeping its diverse population of almost three million people safe.
Greater Manchester is a vibrant region in the Northwest, spread over more than 1,200 sq km. Split over 10 metropolitan districts, it is billed as the most diverse city in Europe, whose residents draw on and contribute to its rich cultural legacy and collectively speak up to 200 different languages.
Recently awarded the ‘most improved force in the country’ after its latest police effectiveness, efficiency and legitimacy (PEEL) inspection in 2023, Greater Manchester Police remains committed to doing the basics of policing brilliantly, protecting the public, supporting victims and ensuring its workforce reflects the communities it serves.
GMP recognises that having a diverse workforce makes it more approachable and relevant to the public, and so we welcome applications from everyone.
Intelligence Support Officers (ISOs) in the FIB’s Overt Intelligence Unit undertake a variety of roles based around the creation of intelligence reports from information received outside of GMP.
Examples include CrimeStoppers, information from the public and intelligence reports from other forces, agencies and charities.
Working a seven-day shift pattern these duties are covered from 0700 hrs to 2300 hrs.
Other duties include being a point of contact for critical intelligence referrals, researching GMP systems for other agencies and accessing Home Officer travel data for colleagues throughout the force.
We are looking for candidates who have great IT skills, can problem solve and are able to work in higher pressure environments.
For those looking for a career in intelligence, the role of ISO is a great first step, offering the successful candidate the ability to complete the college of policing’s intelligence professionalisation program.
This post carries a 14% shift allowance and 11.03% weekend enhancement.
If you would like to speak to a sergeant, inspector or current member of the team, please contact Sgt Seamus Tohill or Insp Alex Cauthery by email (seamus.tohill@gmp.police.uk / alex.cauthery@gmp.police.uk) or over MS Teams.
As well as offering the chance of a rewarding career, there are other benefits to working for GMP:
• Generous annual leave entitlement of 24 days, plus bank holidays, rising to 29 days after 5 years, and 32 after 10 years of service.
• A competitive salary
• Annual pay rise
• Generous Pension
• Maternity/paternity leave
• Healthcare and wellbeing support
• Opportunity to join GMP’s Sports and Social Club which offers a range of sporting activities
• Emergency services blue light card discount
• Cycle Scheme
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