Senior Policy Advisor - Police and Crime Commissioner

Senior Policy Advisor - For the Police and Crime Commissioner

Apply for the Senior Policy Advisor - For the Police and Crime Commissioner role at Hertfordshire Constabulary
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This range is provided by Hertfordshire Constabulary. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

12-month Fixed Term Contract

Flexible working – remote working with one working day per week at the office.

An Nadu exciting opportunity has arisen in Hertfordshire’s Office of the Police and Crime Commissioner (OPCC) for a Senior Policy Advisor to join a high performing team on a 12‑month fixed‑term contract. Under the leadership prakty of PCC Jonathan Ash‑Edwards we are pushing forward pursuing key priorities Änderungen verhindern crime and harm through early intervention; tackling high‑impact crimes through a hyper‑local focus;

and relentlessly pursuing prolific offenders.

The successful candidate will be at the heart of policy making and responsible for advising the Commissioner on policy matters and for managing, supporting and coordinating the delivery of policy and engagement activities with national and regional focus as outlined in the Police and Crime Plan.

The successful candidate will be instrumental in advising the PCC and senior management team on national policy matters.

This is a unique chance to join the Office of the Police and Crime Commissioner (OPCC) at a pivotal transitional phase. It is therefore essential that the successful candidate demonstrates outstanding networking abilities, with proven expertise in relationship building and negotiation, alongside experience of working effectively with government departments, current police governance structures, and associated partners.

In return, we will offer an attractive remuneration package with flexible working opportunities and an opportunity to have a vital role in shaping policy and changing lives.

For more detail regarding the role, prior to applying, please contact Dr Amie Birkhamshaw, Deputy Chief Executive:
amie.birkhamshaw@herts‑

Closing date for applications: 12noon, Wednesday 7th January 2026

Interviews will be held week commencing 19th January 2026

We’re proud to support our people with a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Pension Schemes
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  Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme, with employer contributions and death‑in‑service benefits.
• Generous Annual Leave
  : 24 to 33 days (depending on rank and length of service).
• Sick Pay
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  Up to six months full pay and six months half pay (depending on service).
• Family Leave
  :
  Occupational maternity, adoption, and paternity pay (depending on service).
• Carers and Discretionary Leave
• Flexible Working
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  Including compressed hours, flexible shifts, job sharing, annualised hours, and agile working (role dependent).
• Wellbeing Support
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  Local wellbeing teams, on‑site gym facilities and exercise classes (location dependent).
• Sports & Social Clubs
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  Enjoy discounts, trips, and events through our dedicated clubs.
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Blue Light Card App
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  Option to sign up for discounts in‑store and online for emergency service workers.
• Financial Support
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  Access to Police Mutual for savings plans, insurance, loans, and independent financial advice.
• Employee Assistance Programme
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  Confidential support for personal and professional wellbeing.
• Staff Support Networks
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  Including groups for Black and Minority Ethnic colleagues, LGBTQ+ colleagues, disability awareness, menopause support, faith‑based practitioner, and more.
• Trade Union Membership
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  Access to UNISON.
• Career Development
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  Opportunities for progression,cov promotion, and leadership training.

We are committed to building a workforce that is inclusive and truly representative of the communities we serve. We welcome applications from individuals from all backgrounds, especially those currently under‑represented in policing, including:

• Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic communities
• People of all ages and abilities
• All faiths and religions
• LGBTQ+ communities
• Individuals from disadvantaged or marginalised backgrounds

All applications are assessed fairly and based on the evidence you provide and your suitability for the role.