Assistant Chief Officer (ACO) - Police Staff
| Posting date: | 26 February 2026 |
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| Salary: | £108,060.00 to £123,366.00 per year, pro rata |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 11 March 2026 |
| Location: | Nottinghamshire, Joint Headquarters/Arnold |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Nottinghamshire Police |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | REQ001408 |
Summary
Nottinghamshire Police is seeking an outstanding and values‑driven Assistant Chief Officer (ACO) to join our Chief Officer Team and lead our Corporate and Enabling Services. This is a critical executive role that will shape our strategic direction, strengthen our organisational foundations, and ensure we provide the best possible service to the communities we serve.
As a key member of the Force Executive, you will provide strategic leadership across our resourcing portfolio including finance, people, estates, IT, procurement, governance, risk and corporate planning. You will drive transformation, deliver value for money, ensure strong stewardship of public resources and develop our enabling services to support effective, efficient operational policing.
We are looking for a senior leader with significant experience in complex organisations, a strong commercial and financial background, and a proven ability to lead change, build confidence and deliver results. You will bring a positive and inclusive leadership style, demonstrate credibility with senior partners, and operate with integrity, professionalism and a commitment to public service.
You will hold a relevant professional qualification, be educated to Master’s level (or equivalent), and either have completed or be willing to complete the Police Executive Leadership Programme.
This is an opportunity to make a significant and lasting impact—locally, regionally and nationally—helping us deliver the Chief Constable’s Policing Pledge and the Police and Crime Plan.
To Apply
When applying, please complete the information on the next few screens.
The attached Job Description provides further details about the role.
When applying, refer to the person specification to evidence how you demonstrate your suitability for the role, ensuring the four areas have been considered.
You can also attach a supporting statement of no more than 2000 words referring to the person specification to evidence how you demonstrate your suitability for the role, along with your CV.
Please ensure any documents you attach during your application do not have your name or any identifiable personal details included within the text or the document name (including any images), so that your application can remain anonymous.
Selection process will include a People Panel and Executive Interview.
For current Office of the Police and Crime Commissioner staff applicants, please note that Nottinghamshire Police would be a new employer. However, an agreement has been made whereby all tenure and length of service will be honoured.
Vetting Level – Management – you must have resided in the UK for at least the last 5 years, with less than 12 months spent abroad (some exceptions for those living on a UK military base).
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
All applicants will be subject to the Nottinghamshire Police Vetting Policy.
Nottinghamshire Police is committed to the principles of Equality, Fairness and Diversity, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community in our efforts to recruit a diverse and flexible workforce that reflects the people we serve.
Reasonable adjustments will be considered at a later stage for candidates successfully shortlisted. Please be aware, this will not cause any detriment or impact to your application, our aim is to support you throughout the process.
Current Nottinghamshire Police staff only: Candidates currently at risk will be required to complete and attach the at-risk pro-forma document.
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