Operator Technical Intelligence - Linguists (ZigZag)
Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 15 Hydref 2025 |
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Cyflog: | £47,763 i £52,593 bob blwyddyn, pro rata |
Gwybodaeth ychwanegol am y cyflog: | Pension: Automatic enrolment in the non-contributory Armed Forces Pension Scheme 2015 (opt out available) Leave: 30 days’ annual leave plus eight UK bank holidays. |
Oriau: | Llawn Amser |
Dyddiad cau: | 10 Tachwedd 2025 |
Lleoliad: | Lincolnshire, East Midlands |
Gweithio o bell: | Ar y safle yn unig |
Cwmni: | Ministry of Defence - ZigZag Careers Pathway |
Math o swydd: | Cytundeb |
Cyfeirnod swydd: | JPAN1986175 |
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Defence Linguist (Russian, Farsi, Mandarin) – Intelligence Corps
JPAN: 1986175
Grade: OR6
Location: Lincolnshire
Contract: 37 hours per week, Full Mobility
Security clearance: DV (Developed Vetting)
Closing date: 10/11/25, 2355
All offers of employment are subject to UK security clearance. To gain this clearance applicants normally need at least five years’ UK residency.
Overview
The ZigZag Career Pathway is an innovative Defence initiative that offers novel ways of entry into the Armed Forces. It’s a pilot programme that opens the door for people from a range of backgrounds to apply their professional skills in meaningful Defence roles.
This opportunity is open to civilians, veterans and reservists. Whether you’ve never served before or are looking to return, the ZigZag Career Pathway pilot offers you the chance to work in fixed term military roles that are matched to your qualifications and experience.
Successful candidates will be supported with tailored onboarding, the right level of training, and a structured and supported induction into the Armed Forces environment.
Within Defence, the Intelligence Corps (INT CORPS) provides vital intelligence capability, collecting, analysing and delivering information to support the Army and wider Defence. Specialists in languages, analysis and human intelligence, the Int Corps plays a central role in protecting the nation’s security.
The role
We are seeking skilled linguists and language analysts to join the OPTI team within the INT CORPS. You will use your advanced language abilities to support strategic Defence Intelligence operations at the heart of the UK’s national security mission.
Key Responsibilities
In this role, you will be responsible for a range of tasks that apply your language expertise directly to Defence Intelligence operations, including:
Translate, interpret and analyse foreign language material relevant to Defence intelligence operations, ensuring accuracy, nuance, and contextual understanding
Contribute linguistic expertise to analysis and mission planning, supporting the broader intelligence effort across Defence and government
Complete a Defence Intelligence Introduction course (2 weeks) and an Applied Language Training programme (9-12 weeks), with ongoing development support throughout your assignment
Operate within a highly classified environment, working closely with partners across government while maintaining the highest levels of discretion and data protection
Complete and pass the Defence Requirements Authority for Culture and Languages (DRACL) Multi-Level Assessment (MLA) or ILR (Interagency Language Roundtable) 3 as appropriate for your language and role.
About You
To succeed in this position, you should bring the following skills, experience and qualities:
Must currently hold or be eligible for DV (Developed Vetting) clearance, and meet additional security requirements
Strong capacity to understand complex information, identify patterns, and draw conclusions from linguistic data
Comfortable working in a classified, operationally sensitive setting, with a strong sense of professionalism and discretion
Willing to undertake the 9-day Basic Military Awareness Course and complete any required JNCO (Junior Non-Commissioned Officer) leadership development such as the CLM (Command, Leadership and Management) Course, if applicable.
Salary & benefits
Salary: £47,763 - £52,593 per year.
Pension: Automatic enrolment in the non-contributory Armed Forces Pension Scheme 2015 (opt out available)
Leave: 30 days’ annual leave plus eight UK bank holidays.
Application process
Application: submit a CV via the SERVE portal. Eligibility checks are completed, and applications are sifted for suitability.
Interview: shortlisted candidates are invited to an interview covering technical skills, qualifications and suitability for military service (command, leadership and management experience).
Medical Assessment: all candidates must pass a medical screening.
Offer: successful candidates receive terms and conditions, and a job offer letter.
Don’t meet all the requirements? Get in touch anyway – we are keen to hear from talented individuals from diverse backgrounds. For questions or more information, contact: People-Tx-ZigZagCareers@mod.gov.uk
JPAN: 1986175
Grade: OR6
Location: Lincolnshire
Contract: 37 hours per week, Full Mobility
Security clearance: DV (Developed Vetting)
Closing date: 10/11/25, 2355
All offers of employment are subject to UK security clearance. To gain this clearance applicants normally need at least five years’ UK residency.
Overview
The ZigZag Career Pathway is an innovative Defence initiative that offers novel ways of entry into the Armed Forces. It’s a pilot programme that opens the door for people from a range of backgrounds to apply their professional skills in meaningful Defence roles.
This opportunity is open to civilians, veterans and reservists. Whether you’ve never served before or are looking to return, the ZigZag Career Pathway pilot offers you the chance to work in fixed term military roles that are matched to your qualifications and experience.
Successful candidates will be supported with tailored onboarding, the right level of training, and a structured and supported induction into the Armed Forces environment.
Within Defence, the Intelligence Corps (INT CORPS) provides vital intelligence capability, collecting, analysing and delivering information to support the Army and wider Defence. Specialists in languages, analysis and human intelligence, the Int Corps plays a central role in protecting the nation’s security.
The role
We are seeking skilled linguists and language analysts to join the OPTI team within the INT CORPS. You will use your advanced language abilities to support strategic Defence Intelligence operations at the heart of the UK’s national security mission.
Key Responsibilities
In this role, you will be responsible for a range of tasks that apply your language expertise directly to Defence Intelligence operations, including:
Translate, interpret and analyse foreign language material relevant to Defence intelligence operations, ensuring accuracy, nuance, and contextual understanding
Contribute linguistic expertise to analysis and mission planning, supporting the broader intelligence effort across Defence and government
Complete a Defence Intelligence Introduction course (2 weeks) and an Applied Language Training programme (9-12 weeks), with ongoing development support throughout your assignment
Operate within a highly classified environment, working closely with partners across government while maintaining the highest levels of discretion and data protection
Complete and pass the Defence Requirements Authority for Culture and Languages (DRACL) Multi-Level Assessment (MLA) or ILR (Interagency Language Roundtable) 3 as appropriate for your language and role.
About You
To succeed in this position, you should bring the following skills, experience and qualities:
Must currently hold or be eligible for DV (Developed Vetting) clearance, and meet additional security requirements
Strong capacity to understand complex information, identify patterns, and draw conclusions from linguistic data
Comfortable working in a classified, operationally sensitive setting, with a strong sense of professionalism and discretion
Willing to undertake the 9-day Basic Military Awareness Course and complete any required JNCO (Junior Non-Commissioned Officer) leadership development such as the CLM (Command, Leadership and Management) Course, if applicable.
Salary & benefits
Salary: £47,763 - £52,593 per year.
Pension: Automatic enrolment in the non-contributory Armed Forces Pension Scheme 2015 (opt out available)
Leave: 30 days’ annual leave plus eight UK bank holidays.
Application process
Application: submit a CV via the SERVE portal. Eligibility checks are completed, and applications are sifted for suitability.
Interview: shortlisted candidates are invited to an interview covering technical skills, qualifications and suitability for military service (command, leadership and management experience).
Medical Assessment: all candidates must pass a medical screening.
Offer: successful candidates receive terms and conditions, and a job offer letter.
Don’t meet all the requirements? Get in touch anyway – we are keen to hear from talented individuals from diverse backgrounds. For questions or more information, contact: People-Tx-ZigZagCareers@mod.gov.uk