Business Analyst London
Job description
Counter Terrorism Policing (CTP) keeps the nation and everyone in it safe from all manner of threats. Those are evolving all the time so it's vital that we keep pace to prevent, deter and investigate terrorist activity. Technology is essential to keeping our whole organisation running smoothly. So when you join us, you'll have a part to play in our national security. You'll help CTP staff and officers to create user requirements, scoping studies and business cases (Government Green book). It will mean working to understand their needs and developing documentation sets to progress projects through due governance to delivery. You'll also help advise on the suitability of new and emerging technologies to the national CT Policing Community, and get involved in overseeing the implementation of national technology projects and initiatives and providing updates on the status of requirements or business cases. We'll look to you to develop a range of documentation formats to provide information in a suitable way to different audiences. Importantly, you'll act as the 'Project Manager' during the business case lifecycle, co-ordinating activities and ensuring the project is planned and progressed to meet governance deadlines. You'll also act as a main point of contact for policing colleagues who need technology advice and guidance and represent us at corporate and national technology forums. It's a role that will call on all your skills in business analysis, and you'll need to be confident in advising a wide range of non-technical colleagues. In return, you can look forward to benefits including substantial annual leave, Civil Service pension arrangements, interest free season ticket loans, flexible working conditions and more. Vetting This post requires access to the most sensitive intelligence material on a daily basis. Applicants must hold or be prepared to undergo National Security Vetting (NSV) Developed Vetting (DV) level before taking up the post. Additionally, this material is of particular sensitivity to the UK and its distribution must be restricted to UK nationals. In approved circumstances dual nationals (of which one element is British) may also be granted access. However, in the event that potential conflicts of interest cannot be managed the post holder will not be able to see the intelligence material and will not be able to perform their duties. For the purpose of safeguarding national security and in line with Cabinet Office Policy, supported by Section 82(2) to (4) of the Police Reform Act (2002), applicants who do not hold or acquire Security Check (enhanced) (SC(e OR Developed Vetting (DV) clearance and meet the nationality requirements cannot be offered the post. Confidentiality Agreement Applicants should also be aware of the need to sign a confidentiality agreement on taking up the post. Our Employee Commitments Counter Terrorism Policing aims to create an inclusive and welcoming atmosphere and culture and an environment where all our people feel a strong sense of belonging and are able to reach their full potential. Where any group or individual can be and feel respected, supported and valued to fully participate and contribute to our mission of Working to keep people safe from Terrorism. Inclusion, diversity and equality is at the front and centre of our approach to make the composition of Counter Terrorism Policing more representative of the communities we serve. As Counter Terrorism is rooted in Local Policing, to tackle today's complex policing challenges, applications from across all communities are therefore essential and encouraged. Counter Terrorism Policing as a network is committed to ensuring that disabled people and those with long-term health conditions have the opportunities to fulfil their potential and realise their aspirations'. Counter Terrorism Policing is committed to creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome and encourage applications from candidates who are seeking flexible working arrangements, including part time working or job share. In addition, this role has been reviewed following learning from work during the Covid pandemic and may be done in an agile manner. In the first instance, please contact the vacancy holder to discuss how such arrangements could be accommodated (where applicable). Counter Terrorism Policing recruitment is open to all, but we are keen to positively support those who are younger in service to join into our specialist environment. Click the apply now button below and start your career at the Met. Applications will be via a detailed CV, and an online application form. Completed applications must be submitted by 10 August 2023. The Met is committed to being an inclusive employer with a diverse and representative workforce at all levels. We encourage applications from people from the widest possible range of backgrounds, cultures and experiences. We particularly welcome applications from ethnic minority groups and females. As a Disability Confident employer, the Met has committed to making disability equality part of our everyday practice. We ensure that people with disabilities and those with long term health conditions have the opportunities to fulfil their potential and realise their aspirations. If you consider yourself to have access, workplace or reasonable adjustment requirements that need to be accommodated, we ask that you include this information within your application form. All matters will be treated in strict confidence and will not affect any recruitment decisions Counter Terrorism Policing
