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Research Officer

Job in Wakefield, West Yorkshire, WF1, England, UK
Listing for: Adecco
Full Time, Seasonal/Temporary position
Listed on 2026-03-11
Job specializations:
  • Science
    Research Scientist
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 14.1 GBP Hourly GBP 14.10 HOUR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Performance Research Officer

Join Our Client West Yorkshire Police's team as a Performance Research Officer

Are you passionate about making a difference in public services? Do you have a knack for data analysis and research? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you! Our client is seeking a Performance Research Officer to join their dedicated team in Belle Isle, Wakefield. This is a temporary full-time position with an hourly rate of 14.10.

What You'll Do:
As a Performance Research Officer, you will play a crucial role in providing performance information and research capabilities to help the Force, Divisions, and Departments meet their performance targets. Your key responsibilities will include:

  • Leading by example, embodying the Police Code of Ethics and promoting values of dignity, fairness, and respect.
  • Inputting, maintaining, and retrieving data from various computerised systems to provide accurate performance-related information.
  • Developing data recording systems to support research and analysis.
  • Collating and compiling performance information to enable effective service delivery improvements.
  • Conducting quantitative and qualitative research to identify performance trends and service delivery issues.
  • Providing ad-hoc performance information to support various projects and operations.

Who You Are:
You are detail-oriented, analytical, and eager to contribute to a positive work environment. You thrive on collaboration and have:

  • A strong ability to understand and interpret statistical performance information, including complex datasets.
  • Proven proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
  • Experience tailoring research to meet specific requirements.
  • A willingness to work flexible hours and in varying locations as needed.

Why Join Us?
By joining this team, you will have the opportunity to:

  • Contribute to the Force's achievements and priorities.
  • Engage with diverse teams and communities, supporting a commitment to Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion (DEI).
  • Work in a supportive and innovative environment that values your input.

Perks of the Role:

  • Hybridity:
    Enjoy a flexible working pattern that allows for a mix of remote and in-office work.
  • Professional Development:
    Access to training and development opportunities.
  • Supportive Environment:
    Work within a team that values respect, collaboration, and personal growth.

Let's work together to make a meaningful difference in public services!

Adecco is a disability-confident employer. It is important to us that we run an inclusive and accessible recruitment process to support candidates of all backgrounds and all abilities to apply. Adecco is committed to building a supportive environment for you to explore the next steps in your career. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

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