Holmes Typist

**Job Title**: Holmes Typist - Specialist Crime North Hendon - Homicide Team

**Salary**: The starting salary is £30,450, which includes allowances totalling £2,841.

The salary is broken down as £27,609 basic salary, which will increase annually until you reach the top of the scale £29,676 Plus, a location allowance of £1,841 and a non-pensionable allowance of £1,000.

**Location**:Hendon

Fighting crime and protecting London generates a huge amount of work behind the scenes. As a typist on the homicide command, you will provide essential support in assisting with the preparation of papers for court cases as well as other important documents on the HOLMES computer system. You will be working as one of two typists within a busy Homicide team within Specialist Crime. You will be part of team within a busy working environment, supporting the unit in the investigation and detection of the most serious of crimes.

This is an opportunity to directly support officers in the prosecution of offenders, by preparing key evidence for court. The work will be mainly audio typing, with some copy typing. Some work may contain unpleasant details of offences, and information of a highly confidential nature. Further vetting or psychological screening may be required, depending on the nature of the work performed.

With staff and officers depending on you, high standards are crucial. Teamwork will also be essential, along with flexibility and resilience. The key is to take pride in your work and deliver fantastic customer service.

Services are covered between 07:00-18:00 and staff are expected to work within these times. This is not a 12-hour shift and does not attract a shift disturbance allowance.

**How to apply**

**Skills Required**:

- Typing speed of 50-60 WPM
- Proficient in the use of MS Word
- Proficient in use of Holmes HOLDI - or willingness to be trained.
- Ability to use Office 365 Outlook
- Excellent listening skills
- Excellent Customer Service skills
- Good written communication skills
- Flexible approach to work
- Ability to prioritise daily tasks in accordance with demand.
- Ability to work as part of a team.
- Familiarity with Box would be an advantage, but training will be given.