Assurance Officer

Assurance Officer - Police & Crime Commissioner's Office

Service Care Solutions is currently recruiting for an Assurance Officer to support the Office of the Police and Crime Commissioner (OPCC) in ensuring independent scrutiny and governance of policing services.

This role is crucial in managing oversight panels and contributing to performance and risk management.


Location: Leicestershire Police Headquarters
Rate: £23.67 per hour
Contract: Full-time, 37 hours per week

• Manage and lead independent scrutiny functions, including the Independent Custody Visiting Scheme and scrutiny panels


• Develop and maintain policies and procedures related to governance and accountability


• Recruit, train, and manage volunteers and panel members for independent oversight functions


• Set annual objectives and performance targets, reporting to senior management and ethics panels


• Support the Chief Finance Officer in risk management, including maintaining risk registers and drafting policies


• Liaise with policing, government, and partner agencies to promote transparency and accountability


• Prepare briefing notes, reports, and public-facing documents to communicate scrutiny outcomes


• Ensure scrutiny work is widely publicised, including updates on the PCC's website and social media

• Degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience in assurance, governance, or research


• Strong report writing and analytical skills, with the ability to interpret policies and data


• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills


• Experience in policy development, risk management, or scrutiny functions


• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)


• SC Clearance or ability to obtain NPPV2 (Full) vetting

This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in policing governance and accountability.

If you have relevant experience and are looking for your next challenge, apply now.

For more information, contact Lewis Ashcroft at lewis.ashcroft@servicecare.org.uk.