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About the job This is an exciting opportunity to join RICU's (Research, Information, Communications, Unit) Knowledge Hub in the Counter-Radicalisation and Enablers Unit. We are recruiting for three senior analysts to work in RICU's Knowledge Hub: 2 x CT Senior Analyst (News and Analysis) We are looking for motivated senior analysts to join our News and Analysis Team and deliver outstanding insights to advise on strategic, operational and policy decision making. 1 x CT Senior Analyst (Data and Innovation) The Data and Innovation Team's primary focus is understanding and evidencing terrorist use of the internet. The team provides expert advice underpinned by robust analysis to advise policy development and the wider CT network. Candidates should have a curiosity about online platforms, technology, and AI, and exploring how terrorists may exploit these to disseminate propaganda and radicalise others online. About us: The Home Office works to build a safe, fair, and prosperous UK. We achieve this through our work on counterterrorism, policing, crime, drugs policy, immigration, and passports. Homeland Security Group's (HSG) mission is to reduce homeland security risks to the UK's people, prosperity, and freedoms. This includes risks from terrorism, state threats, economic crime, and cyber-crime. We provide systems leadership across government and deliver strategic initiatives, working closely with operational partners, the Intelligence Agencies and other external organisations to protect the UK. A unique Home Office team that informs the UK's Counter Terrorism (CT) community on terrorist use of propaganda and the role the online ecosystem plays in radicalisation. The Counter-Radicalisation and Enablers Unit sits in the Prevent Directorate within HSG and supports a number of strategies that deliver against CONTEST objectives. The RICU Knowledge Hub is an insight and research-led team responsible for developing and delivering the evidence-base for Prevent interventions in support of counter-terrorism priorities. The overarching aim of Prevent is to reduce the risk to the UK, its citizens, and its interests overseas from terrorism, so that people can go about their lives freely and with confidence. The RICU Knowledge Hub comprises three distinct but complementary teams (Research, News & Analysis and Data & Innovation), who produce analysis and research to inform customers across Prevent teams, as well as the broader national security community. Key responsibilities will include: Conduct and oversee analysis and research to identify and determine themes and narratives as to how terrorists exploit the online ecosystem. Analyse how content resonates with audiences and communicate clear, accessible insight on radicalisation risks. Present research and analysis in order to inform, drive and refine policy and delivery. You will present your findings to colleagues and cross-Whitehall partners and be consistently innovative in seeking out new ways to convey your analysis. Develop and maintain relationships with the cross-Whitehall CT community. Work with academia and commercial partners to design and lead external research and ensure our analysis remains innovative and delivering for our priority policy and operational customers. Develop and maintain personal subject-matter expertise. Make time for ongoing professional development through participation in academic forums, in the UK and internationally, sharing learning with others and building capability. Maintain a strong horizon scanning capability. Identifying and responding to emerging radicalisation risks, including for example supporting HM Government's response to Violence Fascinated Individuals (VFI) and exploring links between state threats, terrorism and extremism. Provide high-quality out-of-hours analysis in response to terrorism or national security related incidents, working closely with Homeland Security Operations to feed into ministerial briefings and ensuring 24/7 cover when a situation demands. The role includes providing 'on-call' support, approximately one weekend every two months. It will be necessary to work flexibly and contribute to other areas to support the wider efforts and priorities of Homeland Security as required, performing additional duties expected within the scope of the grade. Due to the nature of our work, it may be necessary to redeploy you to other critical roles, or priority work at your grade. Travel: The successful candidate may be expected to travel to other work locations. Occasional international travel may be required based on business need. All related costs will be reimbursed in line with Home Office policy. Training: Successful candidates will be expected to complete a six-week training course, entitled 'The New Analyst Programme (NAP)'. Person specification Essential criteria Demonstrated ability of advanced research skills or practical experience applying analysis and research to inform decision making. To confidently gather and synthesise multiple sources of information and reconcile competing, disputed evidence. Evidence of working on counterterrorism, counter-extremism, or related issues, including engaging with academia, industry partners and/or strategic communicators. Additionally, an understanding of the role online communications plays in radicalisation, and how online platforms and communications channels can be exploited to meet terrorist objectives would be a distinct advantage. Be an active and supportive team member, demonstrating care for other's wellbeing, and building a supportive culture and collaborative relationships across teams and with external stakeholders. An ability to convey complex messages both verbally and in writing, taking account of the needs of a variety of customers and wider stakeholders, and accurately explain the limitations of analysis. Ability to adapt working styles in a demanding environment. This will be demonstrated through previous work in fast-paced environments, responding to new developments and priorities with limited notice. Desirable criteria Subject matter expertise in Islamist or Extreme Right-Wing terrorism is highly desirable. Experience in analysis, research, or communications within a CT or CE context, and confidence interpreting and visualising complex data is particularly welcome. Experience capturing CT-focused research needs, conducting qualitative research, and commissioning projects via academic or commercial partners. Applied research in policy or strategic comms settings is highly valued. GCS or GSR membership should be noted in your application. For more information on the role, our benefits and the application process, please click the apply link. Closing date: 10 th August 2025.

About the job This is an exciting opportunity to join RICU's (Research, Information, Communications, Unit) Knowledge Hub in the Counter-Radicalisation and Enablers Unit. We are recruiting for a Researcher to work in RICU's Knowledge Hub. We are looking for a motivated senior researcher officer to join our Research Team and deliver first-class research and insight to inform strategic, operational and policy decision making, with a particular focus on online radicalisation. This research will play a pivotal part in informing the delivery of our online policy objectives. About us: The Home Office works to build a safe, fair, and prosperous UK. We achieve this through our work on counterterrorism, policing, crime, drugs policy, immigration, and passports. Homeland Security Group's (HSG) mission is to reduce homeland security risks to the UK's people, prosperity, and freedoms. This includes risks from terrorism, state threats, economic crime, and cyber-crime. We provide systems leadership across government and deliver strategic initiatives, working closely with operational partners, the Intelligence Agencies and other external organisations to protect the UK. A unique Home Office team that informs the UK's Counter Terrorism (CT) community on terrorist use of propaganda and the role the online ecosystem plays in radicalisation. The Counter-Radicalisation and Enablers Unit sits in the Prevent Directorate within HSG and supports a number of strategies that deliver against CONTEST objectives. The RICU Knowledge Hub is an insight and research-led team responsible for developing and delivering the evidence-base for Prevent interventions in support of counter-terrorism priorities. The overarching aim of Prevent is to reduce the risk to the UK, its citizens, and its interests overseas from terrorism, so that people can go about their lives freely and with confidence. The RICU Knowledge Hub comprises three distinct but complementary teams (Research, News & Analysis and Data & Innovation), who produce analysis and research to inform customers across Prevent teams, as well as the broader national security community. Key responsibilities will include: Conduct and oversee analysis and research to identify and determine themes and narratives as to how terrorists exploit the online ecosystem. Analyse how content resonates with audiences and communicate clear, accessible insight on radicalisation risks. Present research and analysis in order to inform, drive and refine policy and delivery. You will present your findings to colleagues and cross-Whitehall partners and be consistently innovative in seeking out new ways to convey your analysis. Develop and maintain relationships with the cross-Whitehall CT community. Work with academia and commercial partners to design and lead external research and ensure our analysis remains innovative and delivering for our priority policy and operational customers. Develop and maintain personal subject-matter expertise. Make time for ongoing professional development through participation in academic forums, in the UK and internationally, sharing learning with others and building capability. Maintain a strong horizon scanning capability. Identifying and responding to emerging radicalisation risks, including for example supporting HM Government's response to Violence Fascinated Individuals (VFI) and exploring links between state threats, terrorism and extremism. Provide high-quality out-of-hours analysis in response to terrorism or national security related incidents, working closely with Homeland Security Operations to feed into ministerial briefings and ensuring 24/7 cover when a situation demands. The role includes providing 'on-call' support, approximately one weekend every two months. It will be necessary to work flexibly and contribute to other areas to support the wider efforts and priorities of Homeland Security as required, performing additional duties expected within the scope of the grade. Due to the nature of our work, it may be necessary to redeploy you to other critical roles, or priority work at your grade. Travel: The successful candidate may be expected to travel to other work locations. Occasional international travel may be required based on business need. All related costs will be reimbursed in line with Home Office policy. Training: Successful candidates will be expected to complete a six-week training course, entitled 'The New Analyst Programme (NAP)'. Person specification Essential criteria: Demonstrated ability of advanced research skills or practical experience applying analysis and research to inform decision making. To confidently gather and synthesise multiple sources of information and reconcile competing, disputed evidence. Evidence of working on counterterrorism, counter-extremism, or related issues, including engaging with academia, industry partners and/or strategic communicators. Additionally, an understanding of the role online communications plays in radicalisation, and how online platforms and communications channels can be exploited to meet terrorist objectives would be a distinct advantage. Be an active and supportive team member, demonstrating care for other's wellbeing, and building a supportive culture and collaborative relationships across teams and with external stakeholders. An ability to convey complex messages both verbally and in writing, taking account of the needs of a variety of customers and wider stakeholders, and accurately explain the limitations of analysis. Ability to adapt working styles in a demanding environment. This will be demonstrated through previous work in fast-paced environments, responding to new developments and priorities with limited notice. Desirable criteria: Subject matter expertise in Islamist or Extreme Right-Wing terrorism is highly desirable. Experience in analysis, research, or communications within a CT or CE context, and confidence interpreting and visualising complex data is particularly welcome. Experience capturing CT-focused research needs, conducting qualitative research, and commissioning projects via academic or commercial partners. Applied research in policy or strategic comms settings is highly valued. GCS or GSR membership should be noted in your application. For more information on the role, our benefits and the application process, please click the apply link. Closing date: 10 th August 2025.

Could you be part of a team that shapes irregular migration policy? As a Research Officer you'll have a unique opportunity to influence decision-makers and see the impact of your work. About us The Science, Technology, Analysis and Research (STAR) Group ensures the best evidence and analysis are used to address the strategic issues facing the Home Office. As a Research Officer, you'll work in Home Office Analysis and Insight (HOAI), our analytical directorate. Based in the Immigration System Statistics and Refugee Analysis and Insights team (ISSRAI), this role includes a broad remit of work on irregular migration that's fast-paced, high-profile and interesting. About the role This is a chance to work on irregular migration and refugee resettlement, directly supporting the government's new Border Security Command. You will help to deliver the team's strategic research programme, which includes everything from analysis of irregular migration trends to the evaluation of high-profile programmes to tackle irregular migration and organised immigration crime. Day-to-day, you'll carry out quantitative and qualitative research projects, which you'll design, conduct and evaluate. You'll produce a range of compelling narratives for senior analysts, officials, and ministers. Research officers are expected to build and manage relationships with a range of stakeholders so interpersonal skills are key. You'll work closely with other teams, intelligence analysts, operational staff and academics to produce timely and relevant research. Whatever the subject or goal, you'll work with policy colleagues to ensure policy development is based on robust evidence. You may also manage a placement year student. About you To join us, you must hold a minimum of a 2.2 degree in a social science subject, around a third of which comprises modules on social science methods. Alternatively, you could be a badged Government Social Researcher (GSR) working in government, or an experienced Social Researcher with at least a 2.2 degree in any subject. We're looking for strong applied experience and skills in designing and delivering research projects, analysing quantitative and qualitative data, reviewing literature, and presenting research findings. In short, you should be comfortable managing analytical projects from inception to conclusion. This includes communicating technical concepts to technical and non-technical staff and balancing a varied workload thanks to your adaptable working style. Flexible and quick to grasp ideas, you'll switch quickly between tasks. Application process With these qualifications there are two possible routes through for which you will be eligible - Route 1 or Route 2 (with or without GSR badge). For detailed guidance, please refer to the job description on Closing date: 26 th March 2025.

Location: 14 in Salford/Manchester and 26 in London National: £37,450 min, £41,193 max London: £41,950 min, £46,144 max Deadline: 23:55 on 06 January, 2022 Create policies to cut crime and protect the public. The challenge The Home Office works to build a safe, fair and prosperous UK. As well as tackling crime and enforcing the law, we also protect the most vulnerable and have a proud history of providing refuge to those who have been displaced or are seeking asylum. Whether it's fighting crime, protecting our borders or combating slavery, the Home Office is at the cutting edge of public policy in this country and our work is some of the most challenging and rewarding in government. The Public Safety Group is a large and diverse team, focused on protecting the vulnerable, cutting crime, disrupting the highest harm criminals, and ensuring that our police, fire and rescue services are trusted, efficient and effective in delivering frontline public services. We work with a range of partners including other Government departments, local government and the voluntary sector as well as Police and Crime Commissioners, the National Crime Agency and other colleagues across the Home Office. The role Working as a Senior Policy Advisor in this rapidly changing environment, you will be integral to developing policy in pressing and often politically contentious areas, including many that are Ministerial priorities. You will deliver high-quality advice and input to senior colleagues and Ministers on areas as diverse as tackling exploitation and abuse, reducing crime and improving policing and fire and rescue services. This is demanding yet rewarding work that makes a real difference to everyday life for communities across the UK. About you A track-record of developing or implementing evidence-based strategies, policies or legislation is essential. You're a strategic thinker who's comfortable collaborating with people at all levels. You are able to learn quickly, evaluate complex information, including legislation, and understand the emotional impact of your decisions. The ability to write and present clearly to convey your understanding and ideas to others is key. Skills in leading and managing stakeholders, partners and a dedicated team are essential. A flexible approach will be important to meet rapidly changing priorities, and you must be ready to make effective decisions and work at pace. Benefits In return for your expertise, we offer outstanding benefits including a Civil Service pension, an environment with flexible working options, and continuing learning and development tailored to your role - all within a culture encouraging inclusion and diversity. Apply before 11:55 pm on Thursday 6th January 2022.