Police Scotland
Business Intelligence Analyst
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Fixed Term Contract until the end of January 2028
As part of the team working in Analysis and Performance, supporting Policing for our Communities (PfoC) programme, you will provide business intelligence support/analysis to the project consisting of the combined analysis of police intelligence and organisational performance.
Key Responsibilities:
- To keep abreast of current and future developments, techniques, and products within the area of business intelligence analysis to assist the analytical capabilities of Police Scotland.
- Support the Business Intelligence Co-ordinator in the provision of business intelligence analysis which contributes to the development of organisational policy, and to improving the effectiveness and efficiency of operational policing services.
- Within the area of business intelligence analysis to conduct data research, data analysis, data evaluation, and report writing, applying both quantitative and qualitative techniques.
- In line with Force priorities, contribute to a range of high-quality strategic business intelligence assessments consisting of the combined analysis of police intelligence and organisational performance.
- Conduct relevant environmental scanning focused on policing issues in support of strategic planning and operational activity.
- To address business intelligence requirements at strategic and tactical levels, developing theories relative to any intelligence gaps and/or performance.
- Develop and maintain links with external partners, particularly those working in relevant fields of academia, government, and other public sector agencies.
- As required, to prepare and deliver presentations and briefings on business intelligence analysis.
- Will be responsible for assessing and self-managing risk within all aspects of the role.
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- Competitive salary with annual increments
- Full-time or part-time shift patterns
- 28 days annual leave and 6 public holidays (increases with service)
- Local government pension scheme for long-term security
- Ongoing training to develop your skills
- Opportunities for career progression and professional growth
- Comprehensive wellbeing support and dynamic work environment
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Every role in Police Scotland plays a part in Keeping People Safe.
This is an opportunity to join a national organisation serving communities across Scotland, where integrity, fairness, and respect are at the heart of everything we do.
Police Scotland serves over 5 million people across Scotland’s cities, towns, rural, and island communities.
Our 2030 vision is for safer communities, less crime, supported victims, and a thriving workforce.
We are committed to equality, human rights, and building a workforce that reflects the communities we serve.
Full details regarding this vacancy can be found in the attached Role Profile.
Eligibility:
Applicants must be a British citizen, a member of the EU or other states in the EEA, a Commonwealth citizen, or a foreign national free of restrictions.
You should have been resident in the UK for a minimum of five years immediately prior to application for this role.
Currently, Police Scotland has guidance in place that allows appropriate roles to be operated on an agile basis. Should you have an interest in working more flexibly, then we would encourage your application.
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