Senior Intelligence Officer at Suffolk County Council

Ipswich, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

05 Jun, 26

Salary

47054.0

Posted On

07 Mar, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Intelligence Analysis, Serious and Organised Crime, Policy Review, Procedure Oversight, Workflow Management, Expert Advice, National Trading Standards, Team Management, Task Setting, Priority Setting, Objective Setting, Intelligence Led Working, Threat Analysis, Enforcement Targeting

Industry

Government Administration

Description

* Suffolk County Council * Address: Landmark House, Ipswich IP1 5PB - Hybrid * Salary: £40,777 - £47,054 per annum (pro rata for part time) * Hours: 37 hours per week * Contract: Permanent As a modern, flexible and effective organisation, we’re driven to make a positive difference to the environment, the communities we serve and the careers of our people. That’s why, when you join us as a Senior Intelligence Officer, you’ll be encouraged to share your fresh thinking and empowered to explore new ideas that will shape and improve our services as well as your career. Reimagine the possibilities. Your role and responsibilities * Work collaboratively with officers across National Trading Standards’ national teams, regional groups, and local Trading Standards services to tackle issues causing consumer or business detriment, including matters affected by Serious and Organised Crime. * Working alongside the Head of Unit and Senior Intelligence Analyst, oversee and review the unit’s security, policies, procedures, and workflow processes. * Provide expert advice to Local, Regional, and National Trading Standards on Serious and Organised Crime, national flagging, and the OCGM framework. * Manage the Intelligence Officers within the unit, as well as other staff members when required. * Set clear tasks, priorities, and objectives for team members to support effective performance. You can view a full list of requirements in the Job and Person Profile (Word) [https://sccrecruit.blob.core.windows.net/assets/SCC/22524-Senior-Intelligence-Officer.docx]. If you believe you can succeed in this role, apply. Even if you don't meet all requirements, still apply. We would appreciate the opportunity to consider your application. The team The National Trading Standards (NTS) Intelligence Team is hosted by Suffolk County Council, one of the key objectives for National Trading Standards has been to develop intelligence led working and to support local authority trading standards services in using intelligence to help support local work and priorities. The team provides technical expertise to help identify and analyse national trends and emerging threats, informing tasking and prioritisation processes, help record, develop, and analyse intelligence, monitor trends, and identify key problems and threats, that enables targeted enforcement to be taken nationally, regionally, and locally to effectively deal with criminals. Empowering Everyone We’re big believers in potential, possibility and the power of different ideas. We’re always searching for ways to encourage, respect and enable everyone to be the best they can be. We want to represent the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from all individuals, especially those from groups that are currently underrepresented in the organisation, as shown in our Workforce Equality Report [https://www.suffolk.gov.uk/council-and-democracy/our-aims-and-transformation-programmes/the-councils-equality-and-inclusion-commitment-to-you]. For more information Please contact Aaron Hesketh, for a casual conversation. You can reach them by emailing aaron.hesketh@suffolk.gov.uk [aaron.hesketh@suffolk.gov.uk] How to apply Step 1 - Read the Job and Person Profile (Word). [https://sccrecruit.blob.core.windows.net/assets/SCC/22524-Senior-Intelligence-Officer.docx] Step 2 - Click ‘Apply Now’ to start your online application. Step 3 - Upload a supporting statement indicating how you meet each of the criteria in the ‘Person Profile’ section of the JPP. * You should use the Supporting Statement template. [https://sccrecruit.blob.core.windows.net/assets/SCC/Other-Docs/SupportingStatementTemplate.docx] * Please use Arial font size 11 and keep your statement to a maximum of two sides of A4. Please note: Without a supporting statement, your interest will not be progressed. Any supporting documents must be in either PDF or MS Word format. For guidance on completing your application, please see our How to Apply page [https://www.suffolkjobsdirect.org/#en/sites/CX_3001/pages/657088]. We value authentic applications that showcase your genuine skills and experiences, so we encourage you to present your own work and ideas throughout the process. You can also read our Using AI in Your Application and Interview guidance [https://www.suffolkjobsdirect.org/#en/sites/CX_3001/pages/764097] to understand acceptable and unacceptable use of AI. If AI is used inappropriately, your application may not be progressed. Do you need any reasonable adjustments to help you to apply? If you are disabled and/or have additional support needs, you can request reasonable adjustments. You can do this by contacting our Recruitment Team at recruitment@suffolk.gov.uk [recruitment@suffolk.gov.uk] or 03456 014412. You can find examples of possible adjustments on our Reasonable Adjustment pages [https://www.suffolkjobsdirect.org/#en/sites/CX_3001/pages/757078]. If you're invited to the next stage, you’ll have another chance to request adjustments. Closing date: 11.30pm, 15 March 2026. This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) checks or police vetting will be required for relevant posts.  #LI-Hybrid As a modern and effective council, we offer a wide variety of careers to suit people with a range of skills, abilities and ambitions. We offer working options that flex to reflect the way people work today and take the time to understand and support your individual needs. We’re driven to make a positive difference to the world around us and encourage everyone with drive and focus to join us and build an influential and impactful career. Reimagine the possibilities. In return, you’ll enjoy: * up to 29 days annual leave entitlement (pro rata), plus UK bank holidays and two paid volunteering days * membership of a competitive Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) * travel, lifestyle, health and wellbeing benefits * performance-related annual pay progression, in addition to an annual cost-of-living pay increase * training and encouragement to expand your knowledge * a variety of career development opportunities across our organisation * diverse and active staff networks * flexible working options, with the right to request flexible working from your first day Plus lots more! If you want to know more about our benefits, values and equality commitments please visit our Suffolk County Council careers website (careers.Suffolk.gov.uk) [https://careers.suffolk.gov.uk/].

Responsibilities

The role involves collaborating across National Trading Standards teams to address consumer or business detriment, including issues related to Serious and Organised Crime. Responsibilities also include overseeing unit security, policies, procedures, and managing Intelligence Officers by setting clear tasks and priorities.