Business Support Officer - Crime & Intelligence Directorate

Are you a dynamic and highly organised individual?
Leicestershire Police are looking to recruit a Business Support Officer on a 2 year fixed term, full-time basis, based at Force Headquarters, to support senior Detectives in delivering on their strategic goals.
As a Business Support Officer you will work closely with Superintendents and other members of the CAID SMT to devise, monitor and progress plans that drive the Force's delivery of high standards and service in the crime and intelligence areas.
Key Accountabilities
To support the senior managers of each area of business across CAID.
To undertake a number of key functions that will ensure that the Directorate is prepared for inspections, that directorate risks are continually evaluated, that strategic objectives are met through the creation and population of delivery plans, and that comprehensive analysis and research is undertaken with results and recommendations evaluated and presented clearly.
To ensure that policies and procedures remain up to date, senior managers are briefed and prepared for meetings and events and undertake such other duties commensurate with the post as may be required for the effective performance of the directorate.
The must haves
Educated to 'A' level standard or have previous experience of working to that level in the form of reports, research or projects previously undertaken.
Have a knowledge, understanding and appreciation of working alongside external agencies, and the impact these may have on Leicestershire Police. Have awareness at all times of the need for sensitive disclosure of information and appropriate methods of communication demonstrating high levels of tact, judgement, integrity and discretion.
To have worked within a large complex organisation, during which you have needed to develop your understanding of the role, function and operating practices of multiple departments or units in order to support others and undertake your responsibilities, both as part of a team and on your own initiative.
To have experience of supporting internal / external business process audits and inspections through monitoring, reporting and active involvement.
To have access to a vehicle to be used for work purposes and be able to travel and work across the Force areas as required (reasonable adjustments will be considered under the Equalities Act.)
What’s in it for you?
At Leicestershire Police, we aim to create an environment that puts people first. We want you to feel supported in everything you do, so you can give your very best. What’s more, we have a range of reward and benefits such as yearly salary increments, Bluelight Card (discounts), flexi scheme, pension contribution scheme, cycle to work scheme and so much more.
Salary – £30,783-£32,772 per annum
For part time hours the salary will be calculated on a pro-rata basis, this is based on the number of hours for the vacancy.
For further information please contact Detective Inspector Dominic Markham: dominic.markham@leics.police.uk
Next Steps
If we feel like a place where you can belong, we'd love to learn more about you. Please click apply to complete your application detailing your experience to meet the criteria.
To support you with your application we have provided some guidance attached.
Vacancy closes 21 January 2024 at 23:55
Who we are
Here at Leicestershire Police doesn't have to mean patrolling the streets. Just as important as our uniformed officers is our strong team of professional and support staff working behind the scenes. Its these skilled people, people like you who contribute to the policing of Leicestershire.
To find out more about Leicestershire Police and understand how you can make a difference visit our careers website.
We welcome applications from individuals from all backgrounds and encourage anyone who has considered a career in policing to apply. We’re particularly keen to increase the number of females and candidates from black and minority ethnic communities and the LGBT community, so that we can truly reflect the communities that we serve in.
The force is undertaking Hays Job Evaluation scheme; therefore the advertised grade may be subject to change. To be completed by April 2024 and if there are any changes to the grade, they will take effect from this date.