Student Placement Business Design Assistant London 2023

The Metropolitan Police Service (MPS) employs approximately 39,000 officers and Staff, plus thousands of volunteers and provides policing to one of the most diverse capital cities in the world. The service provides policing to the 32 London Boroughs as well as a number of other local, national and international functions such as counter terrorism and organised crime prevention. As the country’s largest police service, the service is recognised internationally as a leader in fighting crime and many other policing organisations look to the MPS for best practice and guidance.

We are looking to recruit students for a 52 week student placement with the Metropolitan Police Service. All roles will give students valuable insight and experience of working for one of the largest public organisations in the UK and the largest single employer in London. The role is a substantive post and we seek to provide valuable practical experience wherever our students work.

All roles will give students valuable insight and experience of working for one of the largest public organisations in the UK and the largest single employer in London. The role is a substantive post and we seek to provide valuable practical experience wherever our students work.

Background

At Counter Terrorism Policing (CTP) our purpose is clear – to keep people safe from terrorism. To do this we are constantly evolving; developing new and innovative ways to counter the ever shifting terrorist threat.

Central to this is our Business Design practice who combine strategy, organisation design, strategy and operational model design to help define the future shape of CTP and drive transformational change. The Business Design practice is growing and we’re looking for experienced individuals with the right blend of critical thinking, creativity, insight, agility, and leadership to join this forward-thinking community of problem solvers.

As a Business Design Assistant you’ll leverage new technologies, varied datasets, and specialist operational knowledge to undertake detailed analysis and develop evidence based solutions to some of CTP’s most complex challenges. You’ll collaborate and build relationships with a wide variety of stakeholders from across the public sector, playing a pivotal role in reacting and reshaping the country’s CT approach.

Having the opportunity to contribute to meaningful work is important, but we also know how important it is to harness your individuality, and our focus is on ensuring we provide you with the right opportunities to do both. Whilst we’ll work with you to further develop your core skills through training and development opportunities we’ll also encourage, support, and give you the time and space for personal development and growth.

The Role

As a community we embrace individuality and see our unique differences as key to realising both our individual potential, and our organisational purpose.

The Business Design practice has three levels of experience that you will support:

• Student Placement – Business Design Assistant
• Entry - Junior Business Design Analyst
• Experienced – Business Design Analyst
• Senior – Business Design Lead

As a Business Design Assistant you will be an integral part of the Business Design Team; working collaboratively with Junior Business Design Analysts to support Business Analyst led activity.

You will work to support a Business Design Analyst, working collaboratively and with the support of the Business Design team to:

• Apply creative problem solving approaches to a broad range of business challenges and design questions
• Form relationships with relevant stakeholders across the organisation, including subject matter experts and operational colleagues
• Support in activity to gather user requirements and maintain robust governance of evolving design documentation and associated project logs
• Support in the organisation and delivery of workshops with key stakeholders at any level of seniority
• Support in the identification and collection of relevant data from teams across the business for qualitative and quantitative data analysis, spotting patterns and drawing data-driven recommendations
• Support in the production of documents describing business processes, gaps, and opportunities, bringing data to life using graphs, pictures, or diagrams

About You

Must be an undergraduate student in a sandwich year course returning to study in Autumn 2024

The success of the Business Design practice is based on the diversity of our people’s backgrounds and experiences, and we’re keen to hear from people who have:

The essentials

• Experience applying critical thinking and using a broad range of creative problem solving techniques that can be used to solve complex business challenges
• Ability to undertake research and analysis, particularly impact analysis, in order to provide concise and meaningful recommendations
• Ability to identify and engage with stakeholders (internal and external) at all levels of seniority through excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Highly organised with the ability to work to changing deadlines, juggling multiple pieces of work at the same time
• Demonstrates curiosity, proactivity, and tenacity when approaching complex business challenges

The desirable

• Interest in matters pertaining to national security and awareness of the UK intelligence community

Skills

Candidates must demonstrate the following skills:

Communication Skills

• An excellent level of both written and verbal communication skills, and ability to present information appropriately to a wide variety of clients in a clear, concise and non-technical manner. Written communications will need to be well prepared and logically structured.

Planning and Organisational skills

• Plans and organises their own work, liaising with their manager as to how the work fits in with the project.

Time Management

• Prioritises tasks and keeps to deadlines. Has a flexible and self-motivated approach to work, being able to work unsupervised if required.

Problem Solving Skills

• Can define and solve problems in a logical manner, being aware of the variety of solutions possible. Shows evidence of being able to balance theory with reality to produce a pragmatic solution.

Technical Skills

• IT skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and an aptitude and willingness to learn new software packages. Good numerical and statistical analysis skills and being able to make sense of and interpret qualitative and quantitative data.

Team Working

• Can work with a diverse group of colleagues and clients at all levels. Being an active team player and show willingness to help other people.

Personal Responsibility

• Have a proactive approach, being able to critically appraise their actions and accept responsibility given to them.

Respect for Diversity

• Demonstrates a respect for diversity through all aspects of work. Shows consideration and respect for the opinions and feelings of others, regardless of their status or background.

Additional Information

This post requires access to the most sensitive intelligence material on a daily basis. Applicants must be prepared to undergo National Security Vetting (NSV) and Security Clearance (SC) level before taking up the post.

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.

If you have any questions or want to find out more about this placement opportunity, you can email Ben.Powell@met.police.uk

Please click on the below link to view an online candidate information pack that will you give you an insight into the Met, the competency framework we use which shapes our daily work behaviours, the application process and a host of other information, that will help inform and support your application:

https://sscl-innovation.com/MPScandidatepack/

To apply, please visit our website. Applications will be via a detailed CV, Personal Statement and online application form. Your personal statement should outline why you are interested in the role and how your skills and experience demonstrate your suitability for the role. (NB. Please do not attach 2 copies of your CV).

Completed applications must be submitted by 31st January 2023.

We view diversity as fundamental to our success. To tackle today’s complex policing challenges, we need a workforce made up from all of London’s communities. Applications from across the community are therefore essential.

As a Disability Confident Committed Employer the Met have committed to ensuring that disabled people and those with long-term health conditions have the opportunities to fulfil their potential and realise their aspirations.