R0221 Intern Graduate opportunity to start May 2025 (subject to successful vetting, medical and reference checks) Grade: 2, £25,713 – £26,196 Directly responsible to: Policy Manager Full time, 12-month fixed term contract Location: Office of the Police and Crime Commissioners in West Midlands Closing date for applications is 12 noon Friday 30 th January 2026, interviews to take place in person on Wednesday 11th February 2026. We are seeking a newly graduated intern with a specific interest in policy work to provide support and capacity to the Policy Team within our office. The role will be for a 12-month basis and the successful candidate will be expected to be able to work in the centre of Birmingham at least 2 days a week. This role will support policy agendas such as criminal justice or community safety and will have responsibility for implementing policy areas through partnership working, following up agreed actions and supporting meetings and events. The candidate will learn how to implement strategy and how to turn ideas into concrete policy, and will work with stakeholders at all levels. This role would suit an individual who has an interest in the work of the Police and Crime Commissioner and would use this opportunity to add capacity to our office, while gaining and developing valuable skills and experience in the public sector, working for a politician. The individual would have the opportunity to shadow the Commissioner, members of staff and understand and support some of our key priorities, and training will be provided where required. The West Midlands is a vibrant and diverse part of the country, and the Police and Crime Commissioner is committed to equality and diversity and welcomes applications from individuals of all backgrounds. Applicants must be able to demonstrate a good understanding of diversity and human rights, and a personal commitment to promoting diversity and racial equality. Why work for us? West Midlands Police and Crime Commissioner is committed to the reduction and prevention of crime, so by joining us you’ll be actively contributing to improving the West Midlands region. You will get to work alongside great people who are passionate about driving improvement and change! In return for your valued contribution, we provide an impressive employee benefits package: Diverse, Inclusive and supportive organisation Flexible working Hybrid working from home policy Generous annual leave allowance Pay progression through multiple increments Learning & Development opportunities Access to an employee benefits package Committed to being an anti-racist and trauma informed organisation Click here to learn more: Working for Us Our values It is important to us that every employee is committed to and share our organisational values: We behave with INTEGRITY and HONESTY in all we do. We work OBJECTIVELY and with IMPARTIALITY to support the Police and Crime Commissioner and each other to achieve the objectives of the Police and Crime Plan. We support each other by driving INCLUSIVITY within our interaction with each other and the public. Don’t meet all parts of the Job Description? At the Office of the Police & Crime Commissioner we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace that reflects the communities of the West Midlands. Studies show that women and people of colour are less likely to apply for roles if they believe they do not meet each item of the criteria. So, if you are passionate about this role we encourage you to still apply. You may be exactly who we are looking for. Please note we do not accept CV’s. To download an application form please visit: Working for Us or telephone 0121 626 6060. Recruitment is completed in line with safe recruitment practices. You can find our Safeguarding policy here: Safeguarding Policy For more information about the Office of the Police and Crime Commissioner visit: West Midlands Police & Crime Commissioner. For an informal confidential conversation about this post, please contact Hannah Pittaway by emailing: wmpcc@westmidlands.police.uk. The closing date for applications is 12 noon on Friday 30 th January 2026. Interviews to take place in person on Wednesday 11th February 2026. To download an application form please visit: Working for Us or telephone 0121 626 6060. Please note CV’s will not be accepted. JOB DESCRIPTION Job title: Intern Grade: 2 Directly responsible to: Policy Manager Directly responsible for: N/A Location: Office of the West Midlands Police and Crime Commissioner Job Purpose: To provide support and capacity to the Policy and Commissioning Team in respect of policy work deriving from the Police and Crime Plan. This is a politically restricted post. Main duties and responsibilities: Provide support to the Policy and Commissioning Team in respect of policy work being undertaken. Support the team to develop policy ideas, initiatives and translate policy into action by carrying out specified tasks Provide general clerical and administration support to the Office of the Police and Crime Commissioner to include photocopying, filing of records, sending emails and administration of post and mail Engage with partners, respond to telephone and face to face enquiries and provide excellent customer service Maintain and operate efficient and effective record keeping and filing systems ensuring they are updated and stored appropriately Produce and maintain a wide range of documents, databases, presentations, spreadsheets etc. Arrange and service meetings, including minute and note taking Support the organisation of events for the OPCC including booking venues and providing reception services etc. Other responsibilities: Provide excellent customer service Forge and maintain effective working relationships with all colleagues in the OPCC and other organisations locally, regionally and nationally Attend events and forums at which the Commissioner or his team requires support/representation Take personal responsibility for personal and professional development and maximise own resources in a way with reflects the values of the OPCC Work closely with the other colleagues to improve operational practices and effectiveness Ensure compliance with all OPCC policies, procedures and practices Undertake projects/activities as required working across a range of functions within the OPCC Promote diversity and racial equality, ensuring that all activities and matters have proper regard for equality and diversity issues Undertake additional duties as are reasonably commensurate with the level of the post Person Specification Qualifications Degree or equivalent or experiential learning Post Graduate/Management qualification Project management training/qualification (e.g. PRINCE or similar) Knowledge and skills Knowledge of current issues facing the public sector and policing in particular, Ability to construct coherent arguments and articulate ideas clearly to a range of audiences, formally and informally using a variety of techniques Ability to prioritise and manage workloads and competing priorities and meet deadlines Excellent communication and presentation skills Excellent writing skills Ability to utilise a full range of standard office IT software/packages Knowledge of relevant legislation in particular the Police Reform and Social Responsibility Act 2011 Understand structures and functions of Police and Crime Commissioners Personal Qualities Proactive ‘self-starter’ Ability to seek out innovation and creative solutions Ability to work on own initiative Ability to work as part of a team to achieve objectives Political sensitivity and astuteness Promote diversity and racial equality Commitment to continuous professional development