Overview
The Major Crime Department are looking to recruit a HOLMES Disclosure Officer to join our Serious Crime Directorate based at Dunmow Police Station. This is a specialist role at the forefront of serious and complex investigations, including homicides and high-risk, high-harm enquiries. We are looking for a detail-oriented professional with experience in investigation and disclosure.
This role is office agile with at least three days a week in the office at Rayleigh or Dunmow Police Station, with a requirement for further attendance at a Major Incident Room (MIR) if operationally required. The role offers flexibility in terms of place of work, including some home working. The extent of flexibility will be agreed through individual assessment with the line manager to assess operational requirements and the individual’s suitability for home working.
Responsibilities
- Review and assess large volumes of material to determine relevance and disclosure obligations under the Criminal Procedure and Investigations Act 1996.
- Prepare disclosure schedules and maintain accurate records.
- Work closely with Case Officers in Major Crime Cases to ensure that relevant information is available, accurately recorded and accessible.
- Collaborate with legal teams to determine relevance and disclosure obligations.
- Contribute to the smooth running of investigations by maintaining high standards of data integrity and task management.
Essential and Desirable Skills
Essential:
- Experience in complex and major investigation.
- Have a strong understanding of CPIA and associated guidelines.
- Experience in preparation and maintenance of disclosure schedules.
- Excellent time management and organisational skills.
- A professional approach to teamwork and collaboration.
Desirable:
- Show commitment to professional development and continuous learning.
- Display familiarity with digital and smart technologies.
Role Details
Location of Role: Great Dunmow
Advert Closing Date: 18/06/2026
Starting Salary: £37,020.00 (pro-rata for part-time vacancies)
Part/Full Time: Full Time
Contract Type: Permanent
Working Pattern: Mon-Fri
Weekend/Evening Working: No
Other Information
You may be required to travel to and work at other locations due to operational needs.
Please note the following subject to vetting and eligibility conditions: Depending on your current vetting level and security clearances, you may be required to complete additional vetting information during the recruitment process. You must be a resident of the UK with the required residence history if applicable. This role may require attendance at other sites and a flexible approach to working arrangements.
Health and Equality: Essex Police and Kent Police are equal opportunities employers. Diversity, Equality and Inclusion are central to our values. We strive to empower everyone to bring their authentic self openly and safely to work. This includes measurable commitments under our Disability Confident leadership program.
Contact and Application Guidance: If you have questions, please contact Katherine Judge, Disclosure Manager at Katherine.judge@essex.police.uk. For the full job description, please refer to the link provided in the original posting. Your application for this role will be shortlisted based on the content you provide in the reason for application question within the application form. CVs, covering letters or attachments are not part of the shortlist. The question is limited to 9000 characters and may count spaces and blank lines as characters. This count may differ from word count tools.
Additional Notes: This vacancy may include travel to other locations and occasional attendance at Major Incident Rooms as required by operational needs.
Support: If you require extra support at any stage of the application process, or for further information, please email recruitment.business.services@ecis.police.uk stating “Application Support and Adjustments” in the title, or call 01245 452833. We will make reasonable adjustments to the selection process, working arrangements and/or the working environment where appropriate.
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