R0336 Policy Officer – 1 x Permanent Post + 1 x fixed term post for 2.5 years (subject to funding being secured from the Home Office)
Grade: 7 £44,700 - £50,949
Directly responsible to: Policy Manager
Based at: The Offices of the Police and Crime Commissioner,
Lloyd House, Birmingham, B4 6NQ
Closing Date: 12 noon on Tuesday 8th September 2026, Interviews to take place in person on Thursday 17th September 2026.
This is a politically restricted post.
This is an exciting opportunity for smart individuals with experience in the field of policy, commissioning and research to make a real and genuine difference for victims of crime across the West Midlands. You should have excellent experience of working with victims of crime and internal and external stakeholders.
You will work both independently and as part of a team to support the delivery of the West Midlands Police and Crime Plan. The role will involve conducting research, leading and developing projects and initiatives across a range of subject areas and producing high quality briefings and reports. Your work will contribute directly to the delivery the Police and Commissioner’s key priorities.
You will need to demonstrate creativity, initiative, strategic awareness and strong analytical and problem solving skills.
The West Midlands is a vibrant and diverse part of the country and the Police and Crime Commissioner is committed to equality and diversity and welcomes applications from individuals of all backgrounds. Applicants must be able to demonstrate a good understanding of diversity and human rights, and a personal commitment to promoting diversity and racial equality.
The permanent post will work across the victims portfolio whilst the fixed term post would specifically support with the implementation of the Domestic Abuse Perpetrators Fund and supporting the evaluation of this work. The fixed term post is subject to us securing funding from the Home Office.
Why work for us?
West Midlands Police and Crime Commissioner is committed to the reduction and prevention of crime, so by joining us you’ll be actively contributing to improving the West Midlands region. You will get to work alongside great people who are passionate about driving improvement and change! In return for your valued contribution we provide an impressive employee benefits package:
· Diverse, Inclusive and supportive organisation
· Flexible working
· Hybrid working from home policy
· Generous annual leave allowance
· Pay progression through multiple increments
· Learning & Development opportunities
· Access to an employee benefits package
· Committed to being an anti-racist and trauma informed organisation
Click here to learn more: Working for us
Our values
It is important to us that every employee is committed to and share our organisational values:
We behave with INTEGRITY and HONESTY in all we do. We work OBJECTIVELY and with IMPARTIALITY
to support the Police and Crime Commissioner and each other to achieve the objectives of the Police and Crime Plan.
We support each other by driving INCLUSIVITY within our interaction with each other and the public.
Don’t meet all parts of the Job Description?
At the Office of the Police & Crime Commissioner we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace that reflects the communities of the West Midlands. Studies show that women and people of colour are less likely to apply for roles if they believe they do not meet each item of the criteria. So, if you are passionate about this role we encourage you to still apply. You may be exactly who we are looking for.
Please note we do not accept CV’s
To download an application form please visit: www.westmidlands-pcc.gov.uk/your-commissioner/working-for-the-police-and-crime-commissioner or telephone 0121 626 6060.
Recruitment is completed in line with safe recruitment practices. You can find our Safeguarding policy here: Safeguarding-policy-November-21.pdf (westmidlands-pcc.gov.uk).
For more information about the Office of the Police and Crime Commissioner visit: Home - West Midlands Police & Crime Commissioner (westmidlands-pcc.gov.uk).
For an informal confidential conversation about this post, please contact Harj Chakira by emailing: [email protected].
The closing date for applications is 12 noon on Tuesday 8th September 2026. Interviews to take place in person on Thursday 17th September 2026.
To download an application form please visit: www.westmidlands-pcc.gov.uk/your-commissioner/working-for-the-police-and-crime-commissioner or telephone 0121 626 6060.
Please note CV’s will not be accepted
Pay: £44,700.00-£50,949.00 per year
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Birmingham B4 6AT
