Crime & Intelligence Analyst

Zinc Group; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail company in the UK is seeking a Crime & Intelligence Analyst to join their team in Northampton. This role focuses on analyzing crime data to support investigations and disrupt organized crime groups. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills and relevant experience in intelligence or investigations. Responsibilities include conducting data analysis, producing evidence packs, and liaising with police. Interested candidates should apply by sending their CV and covering letter.

Qualifications

• Experience in intelligence, investigations, crime analysis, or similar analytical work.
• Strong analytical and critical-thinking skills.
• Excellent written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct first response triage, identifying priority incidents.
• Produce high-quality OCG evidence packs.
• Liaise with police forces for joint investigations.

Skills

Analytical skills

Written communication

Attention to detail

Proficiency in Excel/Google Sheets

Education

Relevant criminology or intelligence qualification at graduate level

Tools

Looker Studio

SQL

Apps Script

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About the Role

The award-winning B&Q Crime Centre is looking for a driven and analytical Crime & Intelligence Analyst to join our expanding team. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in identifying organised crime groups, supporting investigations, and helping protect colleagues, customers and assets across the UK.

You will work at the heart of our Intelligence & Enforcement function, turning data and incident information into actionable insights that directly support offender disruption, operational decision-making, and long-term crime reduction.

This role is office-based in Northamptonshire, with a structured shift pattern to support national operational demand.

What You’ll Be Doing

As a Crime & Intelligence Analyst, you will:

• Conduct first response triage, identifying priority incidents and emerging patterns.
• Identify active offenders and OCG operations through intelligence and data analysis.
• Produce high-quality OCG evidence packs including CCTV, statements, timelines, and behavioural insights.
• Liaise with police forces and Opal partners to support joint investigations.
• Produce intelligence bulletins and updates for internal and external stakeholders.
• Review, collate and catalogue CCTV and evidential material for investigations.

What We’re Looking For

• Experience in intelligence, investigations, crime analysis, or similar analytical work.
• Strong analytical and critical‑thinking skills.
• Excellent written communication with the ability to produce professional intelligence products.
• Strong accuracy, attention to detail, and data handling skills.
• Proficient with Excel/Google Sheets.

Desirable
Experience in loss prevention, policing, security, intelligence, or organised crime analysis OR a relevant criminology, policing, intelligence, or investigations qualification at graduate level.

• OSINT capability or familiarity with online investigative tools.
• Experience using analytical tools such as Looker Studio, SQL, Apps Script, or similar.
• Understanding of offender behaviour, crime patterns, or retail crime trends.

Working Pattern

• 40 hours per week
• Standard hours: 8am – 5pm
• 1 Saturday every 1 in 7 weeks

Occasional flexibility required to support ongoing investigations

Office-based role – must be able to travel to Northampton

How to Apply

Send your CV and covering letter to:
[e-mail]

Closing date: 2 January 2026

Interviews: Week commencing 5 January 2026