Description
British Transport Police (BTP) is the national police force for the rail network throughout Great Britain. We are the ‘Guardians of the Railway,’ putting passenger safety at the heart of what we do.
As an Analyst with BTP, you will provide specialist analytical insight through the development and use of high-quality intelligence products that inform decision-making at strategic, tactical and operational levels. Your analysis will support policing priorities, enhance understanding of threat, risk and harm, and contribute to effective intelligence-led responses across the Force.
Main Responsibilities:
- Conduct analysis at a strategic, tactical and/or operational level, identifying and using appropriate analytical tools and techniques to interpret gaps, patterns and trends, assess threat, risk and harm and make recommendations in support of decision making, prioritisation and resource allocation.
- Collect and evaluate data and information to support the creation of a collection plan and the delivery of analytical products.
- Produce written and/or verbal briefings and presentations to stakeholders to provide a clear and concise evidence-based understanding of the subject matter, including providing advice and guidance on products.
- Maintain awareness of innovation within intelligence to ensure implementation of latest techniques and tactics, best practice, and information relevant to the role.
What you’ll bring to the team:
- Strong analytical capability, with proven experience exploiting data, testing hypotheses and producing evidence-based conclusions to support decision-making.
- Excellent communication skills, able to present clear, meaningful insights and recommendations to a range of stakeholders and produce concise analytical reports.
- High level of data and IT proficiency, including experience using analytical tools, databases and datasets to collect, interpret and present intelligence.
- Solid knowledge of intelligence frameworks and legislation, including NIM, IPP, RIPA, GDPR, MoPI, and an understanding of how communications data and digital media support investigations.
What we offer:
- 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing to 30 days after 5 years.
- Family-friendly policies, including up to 26 weeks paid maternity and adoption leave.
- Bespoke benefits platform and Blue Light Card access.
- Salary sacrifice options for cycles, home technology, gym membership, and electric vehicles.
- Interest-free annual rail season ticket loan after 6 months.
- Access to the Transport Benevolent Fund for health, welfare, and financial support.
- Development opportunities, including fully funded apprenticeships.
- Excellent Pension scheme: We offer the BTP GPP Police Staff Pension Scheme, administered by Royal London.