Police staff

Build your career with Greater Manchester Police – more than a uniform

At Greater Manchester Police, keeping our communities safe takes more than uniformed officers on the streets. It takes a dedicated network of skilled, passionate professionals working behind the scenes to help make Greater Manchester a safer place to live, work and visit.

Our police staff work side by side with officers every day, playing a vital role in solving problems, supporting investigations and ensuring our organisation runs smoothly. From administration to accountancy, finance to forensics, occupational health to operational support, IT to HR; every role contributes to protecting the public and delivering exceptional service.

A place for every talent

As the second largest force in the country, the opportunities at GMP are incredibly varied – can you see yourself in one of the following roles?

• Custody detention officers supporting vulnerable people in our custody suites
• Fleet and estate professionals keeping our buildings running and our vehicles on the road
• IT, digital and technical specialists building innovative solutions for a modern police force
• People and finance professionals helping manage and support our workforce
• Procurement and support teams ensuring our officers have the equipment they need
• Talent and recruitment teams supporting all our officers and staff and ensuring we recruit the right calibre of candidates

Whether you’re starting your career, returning to work, retraining or looking for a new challenge, GMP offers a fast-paced and rewarding environment where your work has purpose and impact.

A supportive and inclusive force

We are looking for creative, dynamic individuals from all backgrounds to join our police family. Working with us means being part of a journey of organisational and personal development, finding new and innovative ways to support and engage with the diverse communities across Greater Manchester’s vibrant city centre and its surrounding districts.

Your wellbeing matters to us. We offer:

• Competitive salaries
• Flexible working options
• Great training and development opportunities
• Access to networks and support services

A workforce that reflects our communities

Greater Manchester Police is committed to building a workforce that reflects the diversity, skills and lived experiences of the communities we serve. A diverse organisation makes us stronger, more effective, and better equipped to prevent and reduce crime, support victims and keep people safe.

To help achieve this, we use positive action, as permitted under the Equality Act 2010. This includes a range of initiatives designed to encourage people from under-represented groups to bring their talents to GMP and to support the development, retention and progression of our existing workforce.

Join the GMP family, make a difference and build a career you can be proud of.

Your skills could help shape a safer, stronger Greater Manchester.

Become part of something bigger. Become part of Greater Manchester Police.