Intelligence Analyst

  • Red Snapper Recruitment Limited
  • City, Birmingham
  • Mar 18, 2026
Contractor Government

Job Description

RSR is a public safety & enterprise security recruitment specialist. We assist public safety employers find the right talent. We assist all employers when they want to source public safety and enterprise security skills and experience.

4 x Intelligence Analysts
Location: Birmingham
Pay Rate: 170 per day
Contract: 6 months+
Working Pattern: Shift-based (including early mornings, late evenings and weekends) due to the shift patterns you should have access to own vehicle
Vetting Requirement: SC Clearance (must be eligible)

About the Role
We are seeking an experienced and highly analytical Intelligence Analyst to join a dynamic intelligence function on a contract basis.
This is a critical role where you will deliver high-quality analytical products to support decision-making at strategic, tactical, and operational levels. You will provide insight into threats, risks, and vulnerabilities, helping shape responses to complex challenges.
This opportunity is ideal for someone with strong analytical expertise, experience working with complex datasets, and the ability to operate effectively in high-pressure environments.

Key Responsibilities
Analysis & Intelligence Development

  • Conduct strategic, tactical, and operational analysis using a range of analytical techniques
  • Identify patterns, trends, and intelligence gaps to inform decision-making
  • Assess threat, risk, and harm, providing clear recommendations
  • Develop and contribute to intelligence collection plans
  • Maintain up-to-date knowledge of emerging trends and risks

Strategic Support & Advisory

  • Provide expert analytical advice to support prioritisation and resource allocation
  • Identify key priorities using structured risk assessment approaches
  • Deliver insights to senior stakeholders to guide operational activity
  • Support governance processes to ensure a coordinated response to threats

Stakeholder Engagement

  • Build and maintain effective relationships with internal teams and external partners
  • Prepare and deliver high-quality briefings and presentations
  • Translate complex data into clear, actionable insights
  • Work closely with investigators to interpret and develop evidential material

Operational & Evidential Support

  • Produce analytical products to support investigations and operational activity
  • Prepare evidence and, where required, present findings in formal settings
  • Provide detailed analytical support to serious and complex cases

Monitoring & Evaluation

  • Conduct horizon scanning and environmental analysis
  • Deliver detailed reports identifying emerging risks and opportunities
  • Communicate findings, hypotheses, and recommendations clearly

About You
Essential Experience & Knowledge

  • Degree-level qualification (or equivalent experience) in a relevant field
  • Strong experience analysing complex datasets and identifying patterns and trends
  • Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel and data analysis tools
  • Experience using analytical software and techniques
  • Strong understanding of intelligence frameworks (e.g. National Intelligence Model)
  • Knowledge of relevant legislation (e.g. data protection, investigatory powers)
  • Proven ability to work independently and manage competing priorities

Desirable

  • Experience working in an intelligence or analytical role
  • Knowledge of crime trends, risk modelling, or investigative environments
  • Experience using specialist analytical tools (e.g. data visualisation or mapping software)
  • Understanding of the distinction between analysis, policy, and decision-making



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The Red Snapper Recruitment Group is an equal opportunities employer.