The Metropolitan Police Service (MPS) employs approximately 44,000 officers and Staff, plus thousands of volunteers and provides policing to one of the most diverse capital cities in the world. The service provides policing to the 32 London Boroughs as well as a number of other local, national and international functions such as counter terrorism and organised crime prevention. As the country’s largest police service, the service is recognised internationally as a leader in fighting crime and many other policing organisations look to the MPS for best practice and guidance.
We are looking to recruit students for a 52 week student placement with the Metropolitan Police Service. All roles will give students valuable insight and experience of working for one of the largest public organisations in the UK and the largest single employer in London. The role is a substantive post and we seek to provide valuable practical experience wherever our students work.
All roles will give students valuable insight and experience of working for one of the largest public organisations in the UK and the largest single employer in London. The role is a substantive post and we seek to provide valuable practical experience wherever our students work.
Counter Terrorism Policing
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. As the threat of terrorism continues to change and evolve, we need to be ready which means we need to be constantly adapting. Delivering change is hugely important therefore, and this is your chance to play your part in a challenge that is as important as it gets: protecting the UK and its communities.
The role
Counter Terrorism Policing (CTP) is one of the most complex and shifting policing environments. To keep us one-step ahead, we want to recruit an aspiring Project Support Assistant who will assist us with key projects and programmes and related Continuous Improvement within our Local Support Services (LSS). LSS is an enabling service; it has the responsibility for providing the underpinning support to all London based CTP and SO teams, from stationary, right through to accommodation, specialist vehicles and training.
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 individuals 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.
This is an exciting and unique opportunity to work in a dynamic and fast-paced environment. Ultimately, your work will help to protect the public and save lives.
We are looking for talented individuals to working collaboratively across LSS and support the Senior Leadership Team to deliver key projects, whilst identifying areas for continuous improvement. The work will be vary but will cover a broad spectrum including changes to policy and processes, estates moves / refurbishments, vehicular replacements, organisational restructures, training and cultural change.
Key tasks
The post holder will be required to do the following:
- Applying creative problem solving approaches to a broad range of business challenges and design questions
- Forming relationships with relevant stakeholders across the organisation, including subject matter experts and operational colleagues
- Supporting in activity to gather user requirements and maintain robust governance of evolving design documentation and associated project logs
- Engaging with key interested parties, including specialist experts in their field and senior management, to build and maintain effective working relationships.
- Support in the identification and collection of relevant data from teams across the business for qualitative and quantitative data analysis, spotting patterns and drawing data-driven recommendations
- Support in the production of documents describing business processes, gaps, and opportunities, bringing data to life using graphs, pictures, or diagrams
- Maintaining local project management products, according to relevant Project/Programme Management standards, including plans, risk register and action logs.
Key skills
The post holder must have:
Planning, organisational and problem solving skills
- Highly motivated, flexible and proactive approach to working including a strong desire to meet deadlines and deliver quality work.
- Can define and solve problems in a logical manner, being aware of the variety of solutions possible. Shows evidence of being able to balance theory with reality to produce a pragmatic solution.
- Very organised and methodical, with an eye for detail.
- Able to manage competing priorities and workloads to ensure on-time delivery of work.
Communication and relationship skills
- Strong ability to build rapport and relationships with colleagues and managers from across the Counter Terrorism Network and our partners.
- An excellent level of both written and verbal communication skills, and ability to present information appropriately to a wide variety of stakeholders in a clear, concise and sometimes technical manner.
- Excellent planning skills, and ability to quickly respond to changing priorities and manage your own workload.
- Ability to learn and adapt on the job, especially in responding to changes/unexpected issues, tailoring communication styles as change progresses through the project lifecycle.
- Demonstrates a respect for diversity through all aspects of work. Shows consideration and respect for the opinions and feelings of others, regardless of their status or background.
Writing
- The ability to translate complex information into a concise and understandable summary.
- Write and edit project control documents, in a way that is clear, grammatically correct and in line with documentation guidelines set out by our portfolio office.
IT Literacy
- Excellent knowledge of the MS Office suite and comfortable and competent in using such tools. (Confident in finding the answer if unsure).
- Comfortable in completing a range of templates/reports across different mediums.
Experience
The success of LSS is based on the diversity of our people’s backgrounds and experiences, and we are keen to hear from people who have:
- Working towards degree level within a relevant Business or Project Management focused course.
- A keen interest in Project Management/Continuous Improvement, Counter Terrorism and/or Policing, with strong work ethic and desire to learn.
- Foundation knowledge and awareness of project management practices and principles, with an interest to learn more and develop in this area.
- Confident using a range of systems and tools such as MS Office.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Excellent planning skills, ability to quickly respond to changing priorities and identify potential risks or issues to delivery.
- Be an active team player and happy to be flexible to support the project or programme you are deployed to across the priority areas of activity.
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) Security Check (enhanced) (SC(e)) level before taking up the post; with a willingness to undergo Developed Vetting (DV) once in post, if required.
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).
How to apply
To apply, please visit our website. Applications will be via a detailed CV, Personal Statement and online application form. Your personal statement should outline why you are interested in the role and how your skills and experience demonstrate your suitability for the role (NB. Please do not attach 2 copies of your CV).
Completed applications must be submitted by 28th November 2024
