Job Description

Job Introduction

Salary:

35,754.47 plus 4,613.61 London allowance per annum with yearly increments based on performance.

Contract Type:

Permanent

Location:

FHQ, Buckingham Palace Road, London

Type of Working Arrangement:

Blended approach of home and office-working is available but there will be an expectation to be in the office at least

2 days a week

and potential travel to other BTP locations to run workshops and training

Hours:

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



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 simply:

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:

British Transport Police have an opportunity for an Intelligence Systems Lead to join the Intelligence Department. As an Intelligence Systems Lead with BTP, you will ensure the operational integrity, development, and continuous improvement of intelligence systems. Acting as a vital link between technical teams, intelligence practitioners, and stakeholders, you will ensure systems are secure, fit-for-purpose, and aligned with organisational objectives

What you'll be doing:

Maintain and optimise intelligence systems

to ensure they are secure, up-to-date, and performing effectively, including overseeing updates and upgrades.

Collaborate with stakeholders

to support project planning and resource allocation, ensuring system developments align with strategic and operational goals.

Translate operational needs into technical solutions

by gathering user feedback and system requirements from intelligence officers, analysts, and technical teams.

Ensure compliance with data protection legislation

, security protocols, and operational standards, supporting audits and reviews of system usage.

Deliver training and user support

, acting as the main point of contact for system-related queries and promoting best practice across the department.

Drive system innovation and improvement

, identifying opportunities for change and ensuring enhancements are effectively scoped, tested, and embedded

What you'll bring to the team:

Experience managing technical systems

in secure or intelligence-led environments, with a focus on operational integrity and improvement.

Strong communication and collaboration skills,

with the ability to work effectively across technical teams, intelligence practitioners, and stakeholders.

Knowledge of secure data handling practices,

including GDPR, system vulnerabilities, and intelligence workflows.

Ability to deliver user support and training,

troubleshoot system issues, and promote best practices in system use.

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

What we offer:

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.

Vetting:

Successful applicants will be required to pass

Management Vetting and SC Clearance

(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 an up to date CV and an online application form, as part of this application you will be asked to outline how your skills and experience demonstrate your suitability for the role and match the job description's essential criteria.

Completed applications must be submitted by 11.59pm, 2nd February 2026

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:

Ready to take the next step in your career? At BTP, you'll have the opportunity to grow, make a real impact, and be part of something extraordinary.


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For further information, please contact our Resourcing Team -RecruitmentTeam@btp.police.uk.