Equality Impact Assessment Officer - Band D - Compliance & Assurance - Counter Terrorism Policing HQ
Job Title: Equality Impact Assessment Officer - Band D - Compliance & Assurance - Counter Terrorism Policing HQ
Salary: The starting salary is £38,926, which includes allowances totalling £2,928.
The salary is broken down as £35,998 basic salary, which will increase annually until you reach the top of the scale £38,523. Plus, a location allowance of £1,928 and a non-pensionable allowance of £1,000.
Location: West Brompton
Job Summary
The role holder will ensure Equality Impact Assessments comply with current legislation, whilst still enabling effective collaboration with CTP’s partner organisations. Other responsibilities include risk management of remediation actions and plans, policy management and advice and supporting EIA training.
The Compliance and Assurance Pillar is a department situated in the Counter Terrorism Policing Headquarters (CTPHQ), which supports the CT Policing Network, Specialist Operations business groups within the MPS and pillars within CTPHQ.
The Equality Impact Assessment Unit is responsible for the strategic management and tactical delivery of CTP’s legal obligations as set out by the Equality legislation. This includes research and tactical projects and to facilitate a program of continuous improvement.
The Unit’s main responsibilities include;
- To provide, advise & guide on all matters relating to the exchange of information in accordance with the relevant legislation and completion of Equality Impact Assessments (EIA) as required under Equality legislation across the CT Policing Network
- To quality assure EIA’s and install a checklist process to ensure compliance, including a regime that provides regular reviews are undertaken
- To promote best practice and provide a consistent approach to Equality Impact Assessment across the CT Policing Network
- To identify, advise & support the development of all Equality Impact Assessments between CT Policing and partners
- To lead on the development and maintenance of the CT EIA register and work with the wider CTPHQ to mitigate risks. Lead local planning, and manage risks and dependencies
- To ensure policies, processes and professional expertise to monitor, coordinate and deliver business related Equality Assessment issues across the CT Policing Network
- To develop a close working relationship with SO Commands/CTPHQ/Regions/Stakeholders and Organisational Guidance Documents to ensure that the protocols of EIA’s are being adhered to
Key Tasks
The post holder will be required to do the following:
Key duties and responsibilities are as follows:
- Provide expert advice and guidance on all matters relating to the exchange of information in accordance with the relevant legislation and policy.
- Advise the business regarding the completion of Equality Impact Assessments (EIA) as required under Equality legislation.
- Quality assure all EIAs and ensure any recommendations identified are implemented and/or mitigated.
- Conduct audits of completed EIAs and support annual compliance review and controls testing. Support maintenance of Equality risks and controls on the risk register.
- Record and track risk remediation plans.
- Support communications initiatives which raise awareness of changes and developments to policies.
- Maintain intranet pages for documents and queries.
There may be some travel across the CT Policing Network.
Hybrid working – 2 days per week in the office.
Vetting
This post requires access to the most sensitive intelligence material on a daily basis. Applicants must hold or be prepared to undergo National Security Vetting (NSV) Security Check (enhanced) (SC(e)) level before taking up the post; with a willingness to undergo Developed Vetting (DV) once in post, if required.
This post requires British nationality (some dual nationals may be ineligible) and an Enhanced Security Check (eSC)/Developed Vetting (DV)] clearance.
As the post holder will have access to very sensitive information, there are limitations on travelling to a small number of countries and we will undertake additional security checks as part of the recruitment process. Applications from candidates with close connections to certain countries may take considerably longer to process, or in some cases result in a withdrawal of an offer of employment. Further details will be provided at the conditional offer stage.
Confidentiality Agreement
Applicants should also be aware of the need to sign a confidentiality agreement on taking up the post.
Our Employee Commitments
Counter Terrorism Policing aims to create an inclusive and welcoming atmosphere and culture and an environment where all our people feel a strong sense of belonging and are able to reach their full potential. Where any group or individual can be and feel respected, supported and valued to fully participate and contribute to our mission of “Working to keep people safe from Terrorism”.
Inclusion, diversity and equality is at the front and centre of our approach to make the composition of Counter Terrorism Policing more representative of the communities we serve. As Counter Terrorism is rooted in Local Policing, to tackle today’s complex policing challenges, applications from across all communities are therefore essential and encouraged. Counter Terrorism Policing as a network is committed to ensuring that disabled people and those with long-term health conditions have the opportunities to fulfil their potential and realise their aspirations’.
Counter Terrorism Policing is committed to creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome and encourage applications from candidates who are seeking flexible working arrangements, including part time working or job share. In addition, this role has been reviewed following learning from work during the Covid pandemic and may be done in an agile manner. In the first instance, please contact the vacancy holder to discuss how such arrangements could be accommodated (where applicable).
How to apply
To begin your career at the Met, please click the "apply button “. The application process requires a comprehensive CV, a Personal Statement, and an online application form. In your Personal Statement, you should explain your interest in the position and illustrate how your skills and experiences make you a suitable candidate. Please note that you should not submit two copies of your CV and ensure that your documents are saved in either PDF or Word format, clearly labelled as CV and/or Personal Statement.
Completed applications must be submitted by 23:55 on 29th January 2026.
Once received, your application will be reviewed against eligibility criteria, following this, your application will be reviewed by the hiring manager. The application review for this vacancy will commence 2 weeks after the closing date.
Following application review, successful candidates will be invited to interview. Interview dates will commence 4 weeks after hiring manager review.