Intelligence Officer - Economic Crime Team

The National Intelligence Hub (NIH) delivers tactical intelligence and strategic assessments for the National Crime Agency (NCA) and the wider Serious and Organised Crime (SOC) system. By analysing and exploiting intelligence from a range of sources, the NIH develops the intelligence picture of SOC affecting the UK and identifies opportunities to disrupt and reduce criminal threats.

The NIH works closely with UK and international law enforcement, intelligence and policy partners to support operational activity against the highest-harm SOC threats.

Within the NIH are several National Targeting Centres (NTCs). This campaign is focused on Economic Crime.

Please see document attached 'ECL Teams' for further information about the Economic Crime teams
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About the Role

As an Economic Crime Intelligence Officer, you will collect, evaluate, develop and exploit intelligence in support of the NCA's mission to protect the public from serious and organised crime.

You will undertake intelligence development work in support of operations and strategic priorities, contributing to products such as the National Strategic Assessment, Annual Plan, National Intelligence Requirements and National Control Strategy.

The role involves cross-source intelligence analysis, exploitation and dissemination, helping to identify opportunities for disruption and supporting both tactical and strategic responses to economic crime and wider SOC threats.

Please note, whilst the majority of the successful appointees will be appointed to The Economic Crime Team (NIH) from this campaign, there may be other opportunities within the Intelligence Command and other Directorates.

Please see document attached 'NCA Directorate - About our teams' for further information on Intelligence Command and other directorates.
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Duties and Responsibilities  

• Research and Gather Intelligence – Gather, handle, store, analyse, utilise and disseminate intelligence in support of operational objectives. This includes exploiting live intelligence sources and integrating intelligence with other data and analytical products in accordance with relevant legislation, policies and procedures.
• Identify and Develop Intelligence Sources – Proactively identify, assess and exploit potential intelligence sources, working with specialist teams where required to maximise intelligence opportunities.
• Intelligence Reporting and Analysis – Produce, evaluate and disseminate intelligence and analytical products that support evidential requirements and operational, tactical and strategic decision-making.
• Briefings and Presentations – Deliver briefings, debriefings, tasking sessions and presentations, providing recommendations to support decision-making and risk management processes using approved Agency models and methodologies.
• Tasking and Coordination – Request, support and coordinate the deployment and tasking of intelligence assets to meet operational objectives and intelligence requirements.
• Risk Management – Identify, assess, prioritise and manage risks in accordance with legislation, policy and standard operating procedures, ensuring intelligence activities are conducted safely and effectively.
• Intelligence Dissemination and Stakeholder Engagement – Engage with intelligence customers, providers and stakeholders through written and verbal communication, ensuring intelligence requirements are clearly understood and effectively communicated to analytical teams and operational partners.
• Applications and Authorities – Prepare and submit applications and authorities required to conduct covert or other intelligence-gathering activities in line with operational and legislative requirements.
• Compliance and Governance – Ensure all intelligence-related activities are conducted in full compliance with Agency policies, procedures and relevant legislation, including the Criminal Procedure and Investigations Act (CPIA) and Investigatory Powers Act (IPA).

Person specification

Essential Knowledge & Experience

• Demonstrable experience of working within an intelligence environment, applying intelligence principles, techniques and methodologies to support operational objectives.
• Experience of identifying, developing and exploiting intelligence opportunities from a range of sources to produce actionable intelligence.
• Proven ability to assess, evaluate and interpret complex information and intelligence, identifying key trends, risks and opportunities.
• Experience of producing accurate, timely and well-reasoned intelligence reports, assessments and briefing products for a range of audiences.
• Knowledge of intelligence-related legislation, policies and procedures, including compliance requirements associated with the Criminal Procedure and Investigations Act (CPIA) and Investigatory Powers Act (IPA).
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Skills and Abilities

• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills, with the ability to interpret information from multiple sources and develop evidence-based assessments and recommendations.
• Excellent written communication skills, with the ability to produce clear, concise and professional intelligence products to a high standard.
• Effective verbal communication and presentation skills, including the ability to deliver briefings, debriefings and recommendations to support operational decision-making.
• Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders, ensuring intelligence requirements are understood and met.
• Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities, coordinate tasking activities and deliver work to deadlines.
• Ability to identify, assess and manage risk, applying sound judgement in complex and dynamic operational environments.
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Professional Competencies

• Demonstrates a proactive approach to problem solving and intelligence development, seeking opportunities to enhance operational outcomes.
• Maintains high levels of integrity, professionalism and discretion when handling sensitive information.
• Applies sound judgement and decision-making when operating within legislative, policy and ethical frameworks.
• Committed to continuous professional development and maintaining knowledge of current intelligence practices, legislation and emerging threats
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On Call Working

Please note some roles will require participation in an on-call rota. Any on-call requirement will be determined by the operational needs of the team
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Essential Criteria

You must meet the essential criteria and evidence this within your application to be considered for the role.
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Entry Requirements

Intelligence Professionalisation Programme (IPP) Intelligence Officer (IO) certification or be able to provide evidence of equivalent experience.

Any applications from candidates not meeting this eligibility criteria will not progress.
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Desirable Criteria

Desirable criteria are only used for assessment in the event of a tie break.

IPP Intelligence Officer Certification OR Equivalent experience gained from performing Intelligence Officer functions in your current or previous role(s).
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Assessed against the Experience criteria All candidates will be required to sit the Experienced Officer Knowledge Check (EOKC), even if they already hold IPP certification. This forms part of the selection process and is mandatory.For more information go to the attached Guidance for Applicant (OSCAU)
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Qualifications

Intelligence Professionalisation Programme (IPP) Intelligence Officer (IO) certification or be able to provide evidence of equivalent experience.
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Behaviours

We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:

• Working Together
• Delivering at Pace
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Benefits

Alongside your salary of £43,877, National Crime Agency contributes £12,711 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides (opens in a new window).

New entrants to the NCA receive 26 days annual leave, rising to 31 on completion of 5 years continuous service, plus 8 bank holidays.  

If qualifying criteria is met new joiners from UK Police Forces or the UK Intelligence Community (UKIC) will have service with those employers taken into account for continuous service purposes for annual leave entitlement only, this will be up to a maximum of 31 days leave (including 1 privilege day).
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Other benefits include:

• Flexible working, including flexi-time, compressed hours and job sharing (in line with business requirements)
• Family friendly policies, notably above the statutory minimum
• Learning and Development opportunities
• Interest free loans and advances, including season tickets, childcare and rental deposits
• Housing schemes - Key Worker status
• Discounts and Savings with a wide variety of services including Cycle to Work, Smart Tech schemes, dental insurance, gym discounts and savings on everyday spending, available through the Reward Gateway , Edenred and Blue Light Card schemes.
• Staff support groups/networks
• Sports and social activities, including membership to the Civil Service Sports Council (CSSC)
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Further information is available on the NCA Website.
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