Overview
ACRO Intelligence Researcher - HC622184
Location: Fareham area (Fareham, Hampshire). Salary: £29,109-£31,296 per year. Contract: Permanent. Hours: Full-time (minimum 37 hours across 5 days; flexible office hours discussed at interview).
Job Details
Job Title: Intelligence Researcher
Work Location: Near Fareham
Hours per week: Monday - Friday with flexible office hours
Contract Type: Permanent
Closing date: 23 September 2025
Responsibilities
Provide intelligence and safeguarding support within ACRO business areas. Co-ordinate intelligence activities with stakeholders including UK and overseas law enforcement agencies. Ensure timely and accurate dissemination of intelligence to support prevention and detection of crime and safeguarding of vulnerable people in the UK and globally.
More about the Role
We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated individual to join us as an Intelligence Researcher within a national policing unit.
Flexible working requests will be considered. The successful applicant must work a minimum of 37 hours across 5 days; working hours can be discussed at interview.
More about Us
ACRO Criminal Records Office supports UK and international law enforcement by processing criminal records for public protection, safeguarding and worldwide community safety. We are growing and now employ more than 300 people. All ACRO staff are employees of Hampshire and Isle of Wight Constabulary and share the same public sector benefits. We strive to ensure an inclusive culture where everyone feels valued. We are located in a modern business park close to the M27 between Portsmouth and Southampton.
What we Offer
As members of Hampshire and Isle of Wight Constabulary police staff you will have access to a wide benefits package, including but not limited to:
* A hybrid working environment with flexible hours
* Family-friendly policies supporting those with caring responsibilities
* Generous annual leave entitlement starting at 24 days (pro-rata for part-time) plus public holidays, rising to 29 after five years’ service
* Learning and development opportunities
* Local Government Pension Scheme
* Discounts through Hampshire Police Leisure and Sports Club or Blue Light Card
* Wellbeing support including onsite wellbeing rooms and Employee Assistance Programme
* Staff representation groups and inclusion network
Essential Qualifications
Educated to at least three to five passes including English and Maths, or work experience deemed to be equivalent.
Essential Experience
* Knowledge and understanding of relevant law, criminal investigations and the criminal justice process
* Ability to interrogate and analyse information systems to assess risk and prepare supporting documents
* Experience working under pressure with complex, confidential data and updating records to meet service level agreements
* Computer literacy with MS Office and strong typing speed and accuracy
Competencies and Personal Qualities
Level indicators provided are not applicable here; candidates should demonstrate appropriate competencies for the role.
Contact details for an informal discussion
The ACRO People Services Team can be contacted by email at acropeopleservices@hampshire.police.uk or by phone on 02380 451651. For guidance on the recruitment process or a confidential discussion, please contact Priya Ratan at priya.ratan@acro.police.uk.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Hampshire and Isle of Wight Constabulary is an inclusive employer and supports flexible working. We promote equality and do not discriminate on grounds of protected characteristics. Reasonable adjustments can be requested at any stage of the recruitment process.
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