This is open as a Secondment and Transferee opportunity into WMP.
The Counter Terrorism Policing (CTP) network stretches across the UK. We work alongside our partners to help protect the public and our national security by preventing, deterring and investigating terrorist activity.
Counter Terrorism Policing West Midlands (CTPWM) have an exciting opportunity for a substantive Detective Chief Inspector to join us as the Deputy Head of Investigations, based at our modern offices close to Birmingham Airport.
The post holder will work closely with the Head of Investigations (Detective Superintendent) and will be responsible for having a direct operational overview of all of the Counter Terrorism Investigations Units. This presently includes all elements of the Investigative Support Functions (Functions include Investigations Team, Nominal Management, Forensic Management Team, Financial Investigators, HOLMES, Digital Investigations & Media Viewing, Audio Team) and a significant input into Consequence Management Strategies, which ensures CTPWM activity protects the public from the risks of terrorism and violent extremism whilst minimising community disruption. Understanding the impact of CTPWM’s actions and investigations have on local communities, regionally and nationally.
We are looking for an individual with a strong operational background, who demonstrates the ability to lead a team of experienced Senior Investigating Officers who are responsible for managing complex investigations using covert and sensitive tactics. The post holder should have proven experience in building excellent working relationships, with the ability to negotiate and use innovation in sometimes pressured environments. This role will require the post holder to represent CTPWM on a local, national and international level, with other police forces, law enforcement agencies and wider partners engaged in counter terrorism.
The Deputy Head of Investigations will also be expected to make a significant contribution as part of the CTPWM Senior leadership team, leading on ‘cross-cutting’ themes and contributing to the CTU Business plans in order to continually improve the quality of service and performance that we provide locally, regionally and nationally in the current economic climate.
Essential Criteria: It is essential for the successful candidate to be PIP3 accredited or minimum PIP2 and currently in process of acquiring PIP3 accreditation.
If you have any queries regarding this role, please contact ct-employeeresourcing@west-midlands.pnn.police.uk
Security Clearance: This role is subject to successful completion of Developed Vetting.
You must be a citizen of one of the following countries to work for Counter Terrorism Policing West Midlands (CTPWM). The UK (including Northern Ireland), USA, Canada, Australia or New Zealand. If you hold dual nationality, with one of those being British, you may also be considered. For the purposes of safeguarding national security, applicants will be required to hold or acquire the appropriate national security vetting clearance as above, in line with Cabinet Office Policy, supported by Section 82(2) to (4) of the Police Reform Act (2002). CTPWM will support preferred candidates through the appropriate vetting process.
Diversity and 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.
Please do not attach a CV/covering letter as these will not be used during the application process.
About Us
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.