Research Officer
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Position Overview & Specifications
We are looking for a detail-driven individual to conduct high-quality research to support and inform the Police and Crime Commissioner’s standards, scrutiny and accountability programme.
As the Research Officer you will retrieve, record and evaluate data relating to Cleveland Police’s performance and also play an integral part within the team, providing information on internal performance measures.
Your research will be used by the PCC to hold Cleveland Police to account on key issues that matter to the communities of Cleveland.
The ideal candidate will feel confident in conducting research on a wide range of topics, many of which may be high-profile issues affecting policing and the wider criminal justice system.
Along with your keen eye for detail you will have experience in analysing and interpreting key performance information and government legislation, producing accurate reports and briefings in a range of formats for a wide variety of audiences.
To arrange an informal discussion about the role, please contact Elise Pout, Standards and Scrutiny Manager at elise.pout@cleveland.police.uk
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £25,758.00-£27,690.00 per year
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Middlesbrough
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
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Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Research Officer roles across Office of the Police and Crime Commissioner for Cleveland's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £25,758 - £27,690 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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