*Police Staff Vacancy*
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*Internal & External*
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Temporary, Based in Penrith
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We have an exciting opportunity to join our growing team at Cumbria Constabulary as a Business Development Analyst (BDA).
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Cumbria Constabulary is at the forefront of delivering organisational and technology-enabled change, and our team plays a key role in supporting a wide range of programmes and projects across the force.
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We are seeking confident, collaborative and enthusiastic individuals to support the delivery of a range of programmes and projects. These may include both organisational (business) change initiatives and technology-enabled projects. Working within the Organisational Change function, you will work closely with Project and Programme Managers, with support from Portfolio Managers.
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The role will involve activities such as:
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- Business process analysis
- Requirements gathering and documentation
- Supporting system testing
- Assisting with the introduction of new systems and ways of working
Strong interpersonal and engagement skills, alongside a willingness to learn, are essential for success in this role.
Please see the attached job description for full details of this role.
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Working Arrangements
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- We are recruiting to multiple temporary posts, with contracts available for up to 2 years.
- Roles are full-time (37 hours per week).
- The role is based at Cumbria Constabulary HQ in Penrith, with opportunities for hybrid and remote working, subject to service needs.
- The role operates in line with the Constabulary’s Flexible Working and Flexitime policies, offering flexibility in working patterns and hours, subject to line manager discretion and service needs.
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What We Offer
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Alongside a competitive salary, we offer a comprehensive range of benefits, including:
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- Local Government Pension Scheme
- Generous annual leave entitlement
- Occupational maternity and sickness schemes
- Cycle to work scheme
- Opportunities for training, development and career progression
- Access to health and wellbeing support
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Opportunities Available
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We are recruiting to multiple temporary roles for up to 2 years. Please indicate in your application which opportunity you are applying for:
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1) Business Development Analyst (Scale 6)
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£33,603 – £35,772
- Various temporary positions (for up to 2 years)
- Applicants must meet all essential criteria outlined in the role profile
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2) Business Development Analyst Level 4 Apprenticeship (Scale 5)
£30,333 – £32,613
- Temporary for up to 2 years (to allow for completion of the apprenticeship)
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Apprenticeship applicants must meet one of the following entry requirements:
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- A Level 3 qualification plus 12+ months work experience, OR
- A business-related degree (e.g. business, finance, economics, maths), OR
- A non-business-related degree plus 6+ months work experience, OR
- At least 2 years’ relevant experience in a Business Analysis or similar role
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Further Information
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For an informal discussion, please contact: kelsey.taylor@cumbria.police.uk or darren.dixon@cumbria.police.uk
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Interviews are expected to take place week commencing 13th July 2026.
