Counter Terrorism Policing
The salary is broken down as £42,232 basic salary, which will increase annually until you reach the top of the scale £50,385. Plus, a location allowance of £1,841 and a non-pensionable allowance of £1,000.
Job Summary
The Compliance and Assurance Pillar is a department situated in the Counter Terrorism Policing Headquarters (CTPHQ), which supports the CT Policing Network, Specialist Operations business groups within the MPS and pillars within CTPHQ.
The Information Governance Unit is responsible for the strategic management and delivery of information compliance and governance in relation to data protection.
The Unit’s main responsibilities include:
- To provide, advise & guide on all matters relating to data protection compliance across the Business groups.
- To promote best practice and provide a consistent approach to data protection compliance across the Business groups.
- To identify, advise & support the development of all Data Sharing Agreements and Data Protection Impact Assessments between CT Policing and partners.
- To lead on the development and maintenance of the information data risks.
- To manage the Data Compliance Boards, and to develop compliance across the CT Policing Network.
- To ensure policies, processes, and professional expertise to monitor, coordinate and deliver business related data protection issues.
- To create and maintain a library of CT Policing information sharing, including Data Sharing Agreements (DSA), Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIA) and Memorandum of Understandings (MoU).
- To work in collaboration with stakeholders to identify where agreements are appropriate and how the information shared will be utilised.
- To ensure compliance by installing regular reviews of shared information.
The role holder will provide expert advice & guidance on all matters relating to the exchange of information in accordance with the data protection legislation. They will support the Head of Information Compliance to ensure that policies, processes, and practices are in place to provide CTP senior managers and MPS ‘SO’ CT Commands with the necessary framework and professional expertise to monitor, coordinate and deliver business related Information governance responses throughout CT and protective security policing.
Vetting
This post requires access to the most sensitive intelligence material on a daily basis. Applicants must hold or be prepared to undergo National Security Vetting (NSV) Developed Vetting (DV) level before taking up the post.
Additionally, this material is of particular sensitivity to the UK and its distribution must be restricted to UK nationals. In approved circumstances dual nationals (of which one element is British) may also be granted access. However, in the event that potential conflicts of interest cannot be managed the post holder will not be able to see the intelligence material and will not be able to perform their duties. For the purpose of safeguarding national security and in line with Cabinet Office Policy, supported by Section 82(2) to (4) of the Police Reform Act (2002), applicants who do not hold or acquire Security Check (enhanced) (SC(e OR Developed Vetting (DV) clearance and meet the nationality requirements cannot be offered the post.
Confidentiality Agreement
Applicants should also be aware of the need to sign a confidentiality agreement on taking up the post.
Our Employee Commitments
Counter Terrorism Policing aims to create an inclusive and welcoming atmosphere and culture and an environment where all our people feel a strong sense of belonging and are able to reach their full potential.
Where any group or individual can be and feel respected, supported and valued to fully participate and contribute to our mission of “Working to keep people safe from Terrorism”.
Inclusion, diversity and equality is at the front and centre of our approach to make the composition of Counter Terrorism Policing more representative of the communities we serve. As Counter Terrorism is rooted in Local Policing, to tackle today’s complex policing challenges, applications from across all communities are therefore essential and encouraged. Counter Terrorism Policing as a network is committed to ensuring that disabled people and those with long-term health conditions have the opportunities to fulfil their potential and realise their aspirations’.
Counter Terrorism Policing is committed to creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome and encourage applications from candidates who are seeking flexible working arrangements, including part time working or job share. In addition, this role has been reviewed following learning from work during the Covid pandemic and may be done in an agile manner. In the first instance, please contact the vacancy holder to discuss how such arrangements could be accommodated (where applicable).
How to apply
Click the apply now button below and start your career at the Met. Applications will be via a detailed CV, Personal Statement, and online application form. Your personal statement should outline why you are interested in the role and how your skills and experience demonstrate your suitability for the role. (NB. Please do not attach 2 copies of your CV).
Completed applications must be submitted by 23:55 on 23 October 2024.
