Intelligence Officer - Counter Terrorism Policing

Closing Date: Sunday 5th July 2026, 23:59

Salary: 38,169 - 44,700

Grade: 6

Counter Terrorism Policing is a collaboration of UK police forces working to keep people safe from terrorism.

At the regional level, the West Midlands Police Counter Terrorism Unit (CTPWM) coordinates the counter terrorist response and provides specialist support to police forces in Staffordshire, Warwickshire, West Mercia and the West Midlands.

You will work Monday to Friday, 0800 - 1600, however an element of flexibility is required outside of these hours to meet business needs.

The role

As an Intelligence Officer on Investigations, you will receive, assess, develop and investigate new intelligence entering the CTU that impacts on Covert deployments. You will manage the Threat, Harm and Risk presented to the force and region, supporting the effective use of the National Decision Model (NDM).

You will be part of a flexible and professional workforce. You will work in a secure environment with a highly motivated team where personal and professional development is encouraged, this includes the ability to work with national agencies and to support the CT network when demand increases in response to a CT incident.

Your role will see you having a high degree of computer literacy; you will utilise a variety of computer systems and applications, including the core systems used by the CT Network, as well as digital data, applications and tools.

You will utilise your good communication skills by working effectively as part of a team and with colleagues across the national network, plus partners, providing an excellent intelligence response, based on a high level of customer focused service.

Responsibilities

• Working with partner agencies to provide intelligence support to major covert investigations.

• Liaising with and point of contact for officers and regional partners in the development of new intelligence.

• Providing intelligence support when executive action (arrest phase) is taken.

• Single point of contact for the Senior Investigating Officer.

• Conducting intelligence briefings and debriefs where appropriate.

• Handling of covertly obtained material in accordance with identified policy and process.

• Preparation of RIPA applications.

Skills and competencies

Essential

• Working knowledge and understanding of intelligence practices, including MOPI and National Intelligence Model (NIM).

• Knowledge and understanding of Covert and Overt intelligence practices.

• Initiative and innovation while working as part of a team.

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written.

• Ability to work with limited supervision, prioritising work accordingly.

Desirable

• Knowledge of CTU structures and practices.

• Knowledge of covert policing techniques and major investigations.

• Knowledge of police and CTU intelligence systems.

IMPORTANT: You may be exposed to material that may be of an obscene, offensive or distressing nature.

Security Clearance

This post requires British nationality (some dual nationalities may be ineligible) and the successful completion of Developed Vetting.

You will need to undergo additional security clearance checks, with the offer of employment being conditional on obtaining all of the necessary security clearances.

There are limitations on travelling to a small number of countries once in post.

Diversity & Inclusion

We maximise the potential of people from all backgrounds through a culture of fairness and inclusion to deliver the best service for our communities, whilst protecting them from harm.

Counter Terrorism Policing is always working to build upon our diverse workforce to reflect the country we serve. An inclusive culture enables us to do things differently, working in ways that meet individuals' needs, flexing working patterns to ensure work-life balance is healthy so that we deliver the best for the organisation.

We are a Disability Confident Leader - the highest level an organisation can achieve under the scheme run by the Department of Work and Pensions. As part of our commitment we operate a Disability Confident Interview Scheme - all candidates who declare a disability and meet the essential criteria for the role will be offered an interview.

It is important to note that there may be occasions where it is not practicable or appropriate to interview all disabled people who meet the essential criteria for the job. For example, in certain recruitment situations such as high-volume, seasonal and high-peak times, the employer may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled people and non-disabled people. In these circumstances, the employer could select the candidates who best meet the essential criteria for the job, as they would do for non-disabled applicants.

Advertisement Closing Date

We reserve the right to close this advertisement early if the maximum volume of applications has been reached. Candidates with unsubmitted applications will not be informed prior to the advert closing.

Please do not attach a CV/covering letter as these will not be used during the application process.

Counter Terrorism Policing is a collaboration of UK police forces working with the UK intelligence community to help protect the public and our national security by preventing, deterring and investigating terrorist activity.

Join Counter Terrorism Policing West Midlands CTU for a unique opportunity to play your part in keeping the West Midlands region safe. Every day offers a variety of exciting challenges and exceptional opportunities played out on a national and international stage.

Most of what we achieve may never see the light of day but be assured that we have the very best and brightest working around the clock in an effort to keep us all safe. These ordinary men and women do extraordinary things in an effort to thwart terrorist planning; to safeguard those who are at risk of radicalisation; to protect our critical national infrastructure, institutions and crowded places, and to pursue and bring terrorists to justice.

Our Counter Terrorism Unit aims to create an inclusive and welcoming environment where all our people feel a strong sense of belonging and are able to reach their full potential. With a range of roles available, you don't need a background in security and we are always looking for different skills and experiences to join our talented team.

Work with us and you will be joining a world-class Counter Terrorism Policing network.