Merseyside Police
ACU Intelligence Researcher
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ACU Intelligence Researcher
Professional Standards (PRS)
Grade C - £27,204 - £29,859
Permanent
Full Time
Rose Hill Headquarters
Please note: Staff currently in the internal redeployment pool will be considered first. As a result, this vacancy may be withdrawn without notice.
About the Role
The Intelligence Researcher will play a key role within the Anti‑Corruption Unit (ACU), proactively collating, researching, evaluating, developing, and disseminating high‑quality intelligence. The postholder will support the effective and efficient deployment of ACU resources, helping to minimise risks to staff, the organisation, and the public. This work is central to identifying, tackling, and mitigating corruption and serious malpractice within Merseyside Police.
Knowledge, Skills and Experience
We are looking for candidates who can demonstrate:
- Education to Level 3 (QCF) or equivalent, and/or experience in a research support role.
- Strong interpersonal, listening, and organisational skills.
- Effective written and verbal communication abilities.
- An understanding of overt and covert police operations to support ACU activity.
- Knowledge of the organisational structure and departmental functions within policing.
- The ability to work under pressure, manage a demanding workload, and use initiative.
- Confidence using relevant systems, with a willingness to undertake training on ACU‑specific systems.
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Process
- 1,000-word application form, based on the JDQ and the CVF
- Skills assessment
- Formal structured interview
Application Requirements
To be eligible, you must be able to evidence that you meet the minimum skills and qualification criteria. Where qualifications are required, you must hold them at the time of application. We cannot accept predicted grades, and you will be asked to provide copies of certificates.
Please refer to the attached JDQ and CVF when preparing your 1,000‑word supporting evidence.
Benefits
- 25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays pro rata increasing to 30 days plus 8 bank holidays after 5 years full service.
- Local Government Pension Scheme with contributions from 5.5% to 11.5% depending on your salary.
- Access to on-site gyms – HQ and OCC
- Option to become a member of the onsite unions.
- Discounts from various retailers via the Blue Light Scheme
- Cycle to work scheme.
- Taskers Salary sacrifice car scheme
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- AI may assist with spelling, grammar, or reducing word count.
- Do not copy and paste AI‑generated content; we want to understand your skills, achievements, and potential.
Our Commitment to Diversity, Equality & Inclusion
We are committed to building a workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We welcome applications from women and candidates from Black and ethnic minority backgrounds.
Our Outreach Team can provide guidance and support throughout the recruitment process for candidates from under‑represented groups. If you require reasonable adjustments, please let us know.
To learn more about the support available, contact Outreach@merseyside.police.uk.
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