Protective Intelligence Team Lead

Purpose

The Protective Intelligence Team Lead is a role within the Risk Intelligence Center (RIC). The role is responsible for leading a team of Intelligence Analysts to deliver advisory intelligence products and services to Securitas and Securitas customers. The role is suited to someone with 3-5 years experience in intelligence and / or investigations; previous operations experience is essential and while people management is not essential it is advantageous.

The primary focus of the Protective Intelligence Team Lead is to lead and be responsible for the collection processing and analysis of data and information and production of intelligence products and services and disseminate these to customers internally and commercially.

The role reports directly to the Protective Intelligence Manager and requires strong research analytical and report writing skills in addition to people management and proficiency in IT systems including Microsoft Office and specific intelligence tools.

Working within a dynamic and demanding environment the role requires flexibility and agility including mobilising on short notice to meet operational requirements. The role is a 4-on 4-off shift pattern working days 0700 - 1900hrs. Travel may be required to visit customers and attend industry events. Responsibilities will evolve over time with opportunities for ongoing development and progression.

Responsibilities

• Direction of intelligence efforts based on instruction from RIC leadership colleagues account teams and clients and based on own identification and initiative.
• Collection of data and information including use of intelligence tools and manual processes including research.
• Processing of intelligence into databases forms logs systems templates etc.
• Analysis of data and information using recognised intelligence techniques and supporting seniors with more complex and / or demanding efforts.
• Production of finished intelligence products autonomously or with support / supporting seniors including (but not limited to) alerts analysis (assessments reports etc.) and investigations. This includes both written products and verbal presentations.
• Dissemination of intelligence products to stakeholders including internally within Securitas and commercially to customers both in the UK and overseas.
• Evaluation and Feedback of intelligence services including maintaining the highest level of consistency and quality.
• Management of a team of Intelligence Analysts.
• Support senior management and provide guidance to junior colleagues in order to maximise their development efficiency and morale.
• Support the identification and development of new sources and methods of research to ensure that intelligence products reflect latest methodologies and best practice.
• Maintaining awareness of innovation within intelligence to develop and implement the latest techniques and tactics best practice and information relevant to the RIC and own self development.
• Be a role model in the RIC.
• Work collaboratively with the wider Securitas organisation including client facing staff and Protective colleagues.
• Work closely in partnership with other internal stakeholders and be willing to challenge the status-quo.
• Liaise and collaborate with colleagues stakeholders and agencies (both internally and externally) in the UK and internationally to build an intelligence network.
• Demonstrate understanding and engagement with the Securitas Core Values of Integrity Vigilance and Helpfulness whilst showing a natural ability to recognise risk within the workplace and consider safety as a priority complying with relevant policies procedures and training as provided by the Company.

Qualifications :

Essential 

• Must have the right to work in the UK.
• Excellent command of written and spoken English to deliver intelligence reports to various audience levels. 
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to listen to others and communicate research to ensure understanding.
• Excellent time management skills.
• Have a five-year checkable employment history or be able to produce documentary evidence of any period of unemployment self-employment or full and part-time education during that period.
• The ability to embody and uphold the Securitas core values of Integrity Vigilance and Helpfulness.

Competencies 

Driving Performance

• Takes Ownership
• Expects Excellence
• Delivers Sustainable Results
• Builds High Performing Teams

Developing Yourself & Others

• Is Respectful
• Is Empowering
• Leads by Example
• Gives & Asks for Feedback

Making Our Strategy Happen

• Drives Innovation
• Seeks Opportunities
• Fosters Collaboration
• Values Diverse Perspectives

Additional Information :

Employee Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Generous annual leave allocation
• Ongoing training and development 
• Clear progression pathways and career growth
• Access to healthcare and wellness support 

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time