Metropolitan Police
Job Title: Portfolio Support Officer - Band D - Counter Terrorism Policing HQ
Salary: £34,448 - £36,864 dependent on experience, plus allowances totalling £2,841
Location: West Brompton
For Counter Terrorism Policing (CTP), delivering projects is not just about bringing improvements, it is about keeping millions of people safe across the UK. Our Change Pillar supports a portfolio of projects and programmes that help protect our country and we have a number of exciting opportunities to help deliver change across the CTP network.
We are looking for a Portfolio Management Support Officer to join our rapidly growing Change team to help manage a complex and diverse portfolio of projects and programmes. It is your chance to play a part in a vitally important challenge: protecting the UK and its communities.
We are looking for proactive and enthusiastic team members.
To be successful you will:
Be comfortable analysing information and providing recommendations in a format that is accessible to a wide range of audiences
Have an eye for detail
Be exceptionally well organised and thrive in a fast-paced environment
Work well both as part of a team, or on your own
Be able to meet deadlines and prioritise your workload effectively
Be confident communicating with people at all levels
Be able to facilitate groups of people to reach a positive outcome
For further information on the key responsibilities for the roles, please refer to the job description attached.
The Change Pillar is a supportive team environment and one in which we endeavour to ensure each individual can fulfil their potential. If you have a passion to drive change forward, then we will provide you with the platform, support and opportunities to do it.
Please note, the job descriptions embedded are used as a framework to review and manage performance when an individual is in post, and therefore not all skills and experience are required from the outset.
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) Security Check (enhanced) (SC(e level before taking up the post; with a willingness to undergo Developed Vetting (DV) once in post, if required.
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 may be done in an agile manner. In the first instance, please contact us 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 (no more than 1 page) should outline why you are interested in the role and how your skills and experience demonstrate your suitability for the role as well as detail the following:
Your project management experience, or transferrable skills
How you work as part of a team
Your experience of establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with key stakeholders.
(NB. Please do not attach 2 copies of your CV).
Completed applications must be submitted by 23:55 on 18th July 2024.
Essential For The Role, e.g. qualifications, licenses, languages, training
Skills
Ensures appropriate record keeping, feeding back learning for future working.
Develops good working relationships through good interpersonal skills and ability to work as part of a team.
Good communication skills, both verbal and written.
Excellent attention to detail.
Shows initiative, drive, intellect, personal resilience and motivation to deliver a quality service.
Manages own time and relevant resources efficiently and effectively.
Highly organised and able to meet demanding deadlines in a pressured environment.
Strong IT skills in the use of Microsoft Office products.
Ability to work flexibly and re-prioritise as necessary.
Essential Experience
Experience of supporting the delivery of relevant objectives and meet the needs of customers and managers.
Experience of undertaking a range of tasks, ensuring outcomes are delivered to a high quality standard within the required timeframe.
The ability to quickly understand, collate and present complex information in a simple manner.
Experience of working to support effective decision making.
Experience of helping others by supplying them with appropriate information and support where relevant.
Experience of taking effective minutes in a change environment, including succinct and accurate records of actions and decisions.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills and attention to detail.
Highly organised with the ability to organise own workload and work to changing deadlines.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
Experience of working in a process driven environment and in accordance with governance.
Desirable Experience & Knowledge
Understanding of Portfolio, Programme and/or Project management.
Knowledge of process mapping, PPM lifecycles and planning/scheduling.
Experience of managing and presenting data in Excel and PowerPoint.
Comfortable at liaising with senior stakeholders and relationships at all levels.
Knowledge of taking effective minutes in a change environment, including succinct and accurate records of actions and decisions.
Prior experience in a business support or administrative role.
Experience of working in a challenging, change-driven environment.
Experience of working in a policing and/or security environment.
Qualifications
Essential
P30 Foundation and/or recognised industry equivalent qualification (experience within areas outlined will also be considered should the essential qualification not be met. We will provide training for the successful candidate).
Desirable
P30 Practitioner (or recognised industry equivalent qualification).
Job Title: Portfolio Support Officer - Band D - Counter Terrorism Policing HQ
Salary: £34,448 - £36,864 dependent on experience, plus allowances totalling £2,841
Location: West Brompton
For Counter Terrorism Policing (CTP), delivering projects is not just about bringing improvements, it is about keeping millions of people safe across the UK. Our Change Pillar supports a portfolio of projects and programmes that help protect our country and we have a number of exciting opportunities to help deliver change across the CTP network.
We are looking for a Portfolio Management Support Officer to join our rapidly growing Change team to help manage a complex and diverse portfolio of projects and programmes. It is your chance to play a part in a vitally important challenge: protecting the UK and its communities.
We are looking for proactive and enthusiastic team members.
To be successful you will:
Be comfortable analysing information and providing recommendations in a format that is accessible to a wide range of audiences
Have an eye for detail
Be exceptionally well organised and thrive in a fast-paced environment
Work well both as part of a team, or on your own
Be able to meet deadlines and prioritise your workload effectively
Be confident communicating with people at all levels
Be able to facilitate groups of people to reach a positive outcome
For further information on the key responsibilities for the roles, please refer to the job description attached.
The Change Pillar is a supportive team environment and one in which we endeavour to ensure each individual can fulfil their potential. If you have a passion to drive change forward, then we will provide you with the platform, support and opportunities to do it.
Please note, the job descriptions embedded are used as a framework to review and manage performance when an individual is in post, and therefore not all skills and experience are required from the outset.
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) Security Check (enhanced) (SC(e level before taking up the post; with a willingness to undergo Developed Vetting (DV) once in post, if required.
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 may be done in an agile manner. In the first instance, please contact us 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 (no more than 1 page) should outline why you are interested in the role and how your skills and experience demonstrate your suitability for the role as well as detail the following:
Your project management experience, or transferrable skills
How you work as part of a team
Your experience of establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with key stakeholders.
(NB. Please do not attach 2 copies of your CV).
Completed applications must be submitted by 23:55 on 18th July 2024.
Essential For The Role, e.g. qualifications, licenses, languages, training
Skills
Ensures appropriate record keeping, feeding back learning for future working.
Develops good working relationships through good interpersonal skills and ability to work as part of a team.
Good communication skills, both verbal and written.
Excellent attention to detail.
Shows initiative, drive, intellect, personal resilience and motivation to deliver a quality service.
Manages own time and relevant resources efficiently and effectively.
Highly organised and able to meet demanding deadlines in a pressured environment.
Strong IT skills in the use of Microsoft Office products.
Ability to work flexibly and re-prioritise as necessary.
Essential Experience
Experience of supporting the delivery of relevant objectives and meet the needs of customers and managers.
Experience of undertaking a range of tasks, ensuring outcomes are delivered to a high quality standard within the required timeframe.
The ability to quickly understand, collate and present complex information in a simple manner.
Experience of working to support effective decision making.
Experience of helping others by supplying them with appropriate information and support where relevant.
Experience of taking effective minutes in a change environment, including succinct and accurate records of actions and decisions.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills and attention to detail.
Highly organised with the ability to organise own workload and work to changing deadlines.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
Experience of working in a process driven environment and in accordance with governance.
Desirable Experience & Knowledge
Understanding of Portfolio, Programme and/or Project management.
Knowledge of process mapping, PPM lifecycles and planning/scheduling.
Experience of managing and presenting data in Excel and PowerPoint.
Comfortable at liaising with senior stakeholders and relationships at all levels.
Knowledge of taking effective minutes in a change environment, including succinct and accurate records of actions and decisions.
Prior experience in a business support or administrative role.
Experience of working in a challenging, change-driven environment.
Experience of working in a policing and/or security environment.
Qualifications
Essential
P30 Foundation and/or recognised industry equivalent qualification (experience within areas outlined will also be considered should the essential qualification not be met. We will provide training for the successful candidate).
Desirable
P30 Practitioner (or recognised industry equivalent qualification).