Lead Service Improvement Analyst and Advisor (Secondment/Fixed Term Contract)
Secondment/Fixed Term Contract until 31 March 2027
Base Location can be negotiated at the point of offer
This is an exciting opportunity to work in on a nationally recognised priority.
We are seeking an experienced professional to lead an exciting programme of analytical and advisory work that enhances how the Force prevents, responds to and safeguards in cases of Domestic Abuse (DA), Stalking and Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG), and optimises the effectiveness of Multi-Agency Risk Conferences (MARAC).
Holding a specialist portfolio, tasked with identifying, delivering and evaluating Force‑wide improvements in efficiency and effectiveness, as well as risk and demand management; the successful candidate will directly influence how we protect victims, reduce harm and improve outcomes in DA, Stalking and VAWG. This work will directly inform senior decision‑making and tangible operational change, leading to real improvements for victims and enhanced public protection through improved perpetrator management.
This role combines analytical expertise with digital innovation and creative problem solving to enhance operational efficiency, streamline workflows, and support strategic priorities. The post holder will work with stakeholders across departments, including a dedicated technical developer, to identify, design, and implement long term digital and process solutions that improve performance, reduce demand, and deliver measurable benefits through supporting perpetrator identification / management and safeguarding functions with particular regard to Multi-Agency Tasking and Coordination (MATAC) and MARAC. This work is likely to involve the use of Power BI and/or Agentic AI, so previous experience with regard to either development or collaboration in the development of these tools would be useful.
Owing to the importance of effective partnership working in these areas, this work will have high visibility inside and outside the organisation, including public‑facing elements. The post holder will also be required to work closely with our Service Improvement Team, the professional leads for RASSO, VAWG, DA and Stalking.
Owing to the fixed term nature of the role and ambitious delivery targets previous knowledge and experience of police systems may be advantageous, as would potential availability for a start date prior to 1st April 2026.
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 must be supported in writing by your Line Manager and Head of Department/Commander or Deputy. Please attach written approval from your line manager and Head of Department in your application. If the secondment is not supported then the role may be offered on a fixed term contract basis, but this has implications including loss of continuous service protections.
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 30 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. For more information on our benefits, please visit the supporting you page, via the link at the bottom of the advert.
If you have any queries please contact the Recruitment Team at RecruitmentPoliceStaff@thamesvalley.police.uk quoting reference 0602. We will endeavour to respond to your query as quickly as possible.
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The closing date for enquiries and receipt of completed applications is Sunday 22 February 2026.
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