Intelligence Officers - JM 77652

Role: Intelligence Officers

Ref: JM 77652-3

Pay Rate: £18.74 per hour (PAYE)

Contract Length: 12 months

Hours per week: 37 (the client will consider flexible working/part time hours and potential for overtime)

Location: Warrington (Full-time office-based)

Active Clearance to be held: NPPV/CTC/SC

Our Client is seeking dedicated Intelligence Officers to support the vital work of their Referral Unit, a national function focused on identifying and combating online child sexual abuse and exploitation (CSAE). This high-impact role involves working at the front line of safeguarding efforts, reviewing and developing intelligence from online platforms, and coordinating responses to ensure the protection of vulnerable children.

Key Responsibilities

• Review and assess sensitive material related and including images, video, and communications).
• Receive and triage referrals from major online platforms (via international partners) and from UK-based reporting entities under the Online Safety Act 2023.
• Develop intelligence to identify offenders and victims using a variety of tools and techniques.
• Conduct geo-location and metadata analysis to support law enforcement interventions.
• Maintain detailed, accurate case records and manage risk assessments.
• Contribute to a wider team effort in ensuring high standards of welfare, resilience, and wellbeing.

Essential

• A background in Policing, Investigation or working within Central Government investigations team.
• A strong willingness and emotional resilience to work with related material.
• Experience in handling sensitive or safeguarding-related work.
• Proven ability to meet strict deadlines and work under pressure.
• Strong analytical and research capabilities with attention to detail.
• Experience managing risk in a safeguarding, criminal justice or intelligence environment.
• Experience in law enforcement, intelligence, or social safeguarding roles.

Desirable

• Experience in open-source intelligence (OSINT).
• Familiarity with criminal or safeguarding procedures.
• Experience collaborating with multi-agency partners.

Additional Information

Due to the sensitive nature of the role, successful candidates must undergo a Psychological Assessment as part of the recruitment process. This is a demanding but highly rewarding position, supported by a strong culture of wellness and professional development.

If you do not hear from us within three working days, unfortunately your application has not been shortlisted on this occasion. Thank you for your interest in working with us.