Real Time Intelligence Researcher

Job Introduction

About Us:

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. Our values are simple: We Care, We Do the Right Thing, We Strive to Be Better Every Day, We Are One BTP, and We Are Proud to Protect. Join us and help create an environment where we can all be our best every day.

The Opportunity:

Salary: £30,457.30 per annum, plus 20% Shift allowance.

Contract Type: Permanent

Location: BTP Manchester - Peninsula 

Type of Working Arrangement: Blended approach of home and office-working is available

Hours: This is full-time role (37 hours per week) 

Are you looking for your next exciting career move? British Transport Police have an excellent opportunity for a Real Time Intelligence Researcher to join the Real-time Intelligence Unit. As a Real Time Intelligence Researcher with BTP, you will provide a 24/7 real time intelligence capability by carrying out high quality and timely research from various internal and external sources in connection with the operational requirements of the real time intelligence function across the force. 

Main Responsibilities:

• Research and develop intelligence/information within Force systems to support real time incidents.
• Identify intelligence gaps and proactively develop any issue or ensure that the matter is recorded, and the appropriate person has been informed in order to direct Force resources.
• Provide specialist research capability including collecting, collating and evaluating information from a wide variety of sources at a tactical or operational level.
• Compile briefings for the briefing system in respect of real time incidents or as directed.
• Prepare and deliver research summaries and findings, either written or verbal, to clearly and accurately inform decision making.
• Provide preliminary development of intelligence in support of major/serious or critical incidents.

Essential Skills:  

• Experience of communicating effectively and of undertaking research.
• Good written and verbal communication skills with the ability to listen to others and communicate research in order to ensure understanding.
• Ability to research and assimilate large volumes of data and prepare and produce summaries of research findings.
• Excellent problem solving and creative thinking skills.
• Ability to prioritise and plan own work and manage time effectively to meet objectives and deadlines.
• Good team working skills demonstrating awareness of individual differences and providing support as required.
• Able to proactively develop effective working relationships with colleagues, partners and other stakeholders. 

Additional Information: A flexible approach to both working hours and different environments is required. Please see attached current RTI Roster. The post holder will be required to attend training courses, shadowing others and being shadowed where necessary.

Further information about this vacancy can be found in the attached job description.

Vetting: Successful applicants will be required to pass Management Vetting (5 years minimum UK residency required), including a full background and financial disclosure. For more information and Top Tips, please see attached document. 

Medical: We’ll ask for relevant health and medical history details to support employee wellbeing.  

References: We'll ask for references to cover the past 5 years.

How to apply:

Applications will be via a detailed CV, Cover Letter and online application form. Your Cover Letter should outline why you are interested in the role and how your skills and experience demonstrate your suitability for the role.

Completed applications must be submitted by 11.59pm, 21st May 2025

What we offer:

• Competitive salary with yearly increments (subject to satisfactory performance in previous PDR year)
• 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. This group personal pension plan is available to all police staff and is a defined contribution scheme. It provides the flexibility to vary your pension contributions from 4.4% to 12% of your salary. For more information, visit the Royal London dedicated pension page or email us at Pension-Queries@btp.police.uk. Note: If you are an existing member of Police Staff in the RPS, your pension will not be affected.

Inclusion & Diversity:

At BTP, we are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued. We believe diversity drives innovation and better decision-making. Our roles are open to everyone, and we encourage applications from underrepresented groups, including Black, Asian, and minority ethnic candidates, women, LGBTQI+ individuals, people with disabilities, and those who are neurodiverse. As part of our commitment we operate a ‘Disability Confident Scheme’ - all candidates who declare a disability and meet the essential criteria for the role will be offered an interview. 

For more information on Inclusion or the Disability Confident Scheme, please click the links Inclusion & Diversity Disability Confident Scheme

Join Us:

Grow your career with us. We can’t wait to hear from you! See why BTP is right for you and click here for more information. For further information, please contact our Resourcing Team at RecruitmentTeam@btp.police.uk.