Vacancy Type: Police Staff
Area Command / Department: NEROCU
Location: Sunderland
Contract Type: Fixed Term
Hours: Full Time
Salary Range: £30,276 – £32,613 (Band 6)
Closing Date: 28/06/2026
Role Overview
The North East Regional Organised Crime Unit is one of nine Regional Organised Crime Units (“ROCU”) in England and Wales who lead the regional response to tackling serious and organised crime whilst supporting local and national delivery. The ROCU network continues to expand and Home Office funding through police officer uplift and increased police staff capacity presents exciting opportunities to further enhance service delivery and positively impact on our partners and the public. The Home Office Serious and Organised Crime Strategy defines ROCU as leading the regional fight against Serious and Organised Crime and NEROCU have a critical role in leading, connecting and co‑ordinating delivery across our region in all four P’s of the strategy; Pursue – prosecuting and disrupting people engaged in serious and organised criminality. Prevent – preventing people from engaging in serious and organised criminality. Protect – increasing protection against organised crime. Prepare – reducing the impact of serious and organised crime where it takes place. NEROCU comprises specialist teams delivering across intelligence, operations, investigations, cyber, economic, technical and digital capabilities.
Key Responsibilities
* Gather, research and evaluate information to identify patterns, trends and intelligence gaps
* Monitor and maintain intelligence sources used to deliver other intelligence products. Write and submit applications for telecoms data under RIPA legislation, and manage the resulting product and research content in line with SIO/ Investigators telecoms strategy in order to achieve investigative aims.
* Interrogate a range of systems and sources, including open source, police systems and partner agency information
* Prepare clear, accurate intelligence products and briefings to support operational decision making
* Provide advice on tactical options, identifying suspects, linked offences and opportunities to disrupt criminal activity
* Work closely with internal teams and external partners to support intelligence‑led policing
* Ensure intelligence is handled and processed in line with relevant legislation, policies and guidance
* Present intelligence and evidence where required, including in court settings
What you’ll bring
* Experience of researching and analysing information from a range of sources
* Sound understanding of police policy and procedures relating to intelligence gathering and legislative frameworks such as the Regulation of Investigatory Powers Act, Police and Criminal Evidence Act, Criminal Procedure and Investigations Act, Proceeds of Crime Act, Management of Policy Information, Human rights Act, Data Protection Act and Freedom of Information Act.
* Experience of working with data (including Microsoft applications or specialist systems) to extract and present information
* Experience of preparing detailed reports and presenting information clearly
* Understanding of the National Intelligence Model (NIM)
* Understanding of intelligence‑related legislation and frameworks (e.g. RIPA, CPIA, Data Protection Act)
* Strong communication skills and the ability to work with a range of stakeholders
* The ability to prioritise workload and manage competing demands effectively
* A minimum of PIP1 accreditation (or demonstrate work experience at an equivalent level) and a willingness to work towards PIP2
What we offer
* 26 days’ leave (increasing to 30 days for 5 years+ service) plus 8 bank holidays
* NHS Fleet Solutions Car Lease Scheme
* Enhanced maternity, shared parent and adoption leave
* Flexi time – allowing you to fit your working hours around your individual needs
* Agile working – 60% office based, maximum 40% home working, balanced against operational needs.
* Fantastic market‑leading public sector pension scheme with up to 16% employer contribution
* Access to private healthcare and eye test vouchers
* Discounts on shopping and eating out thanks to the Blue Light Card and Blue Light Tickets
* Extensive paid sick leave, trained mental health first aiders on‑site, an employee advice service
* Access to gyms in some stations
* Sports & Social Club – join our thriving sports scene at Team NP and enjoy further exclusive discounts on days out and travel
* Cycle to work scheme
* Opportunity to volunteer in local community
Equality and Diversity
We welcome applications from suitably qualified people from all sections of the community, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation. Harnessing these differences creates a productive environment in which everyone feels valued, and their talents are fully utilised. Appointments are based on merit alone.
Legal and Vetting
Applicants must be a resident of the UK for a minimum period of 5 years to allow inspection, vetting, medical information and reference checks. The role is a fixed‑term position subject to a six‑month probationary period.
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