Research Caseworker (UKSV)
| Posting date: | 20 March 2026 |
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| Salary: | £29,727 to £31,518 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 06 April 2026 |
| Location: | Belfast |
| Company: | Government Recruitment Service |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 453712/1 |
Summary
The Senior Researcher works in a small, dedicated team in Belfast, processing National Security Vetting applications at the further research stage. This is a critical role that requires a high degree of independent judgement, leadership, and administrative capability to deliver timely and accurate security assessments.
Your daily duties will include but not be limited to:
- Manage and mentor a small team of Administrative Officers (AOs).
- Process National Security Vetting applications during the further research stage.
- Utilise a wide range of tools to research and analyse adverse information, clearly articulating assessments and identifying key information to deliver timely recommendations.
- Make independent decisions on vetting cases to determine whether an application can be, cleared, returned for further information or referred for further assessment by the Casework Team.
- Advise Initial Researchers on the depth of research required for vetting cases.
- Liaise frequently with customers throughout Government, vetting sponsors, and key stakeholders via telephone and email, handling all queries promptly and effectively.
- Manage a busy workload, follow all relevant policies, processes, and regulations, and handle sensitive information discreetly.
- Report directly to an HEO Team Leader.
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