Employment and Other Opportunities for Retired Police Officers and Police Staff

Last reviewed: July 2026

The following organisations, recruitment agencies and specialist websites may be of interest to former and retired police officers and police staff who wish to continue working after leaving the Police Service.

Opportunities may include investigation work, statement taking, intelligence, disclosure, HOLMES support, fraud enquiries, training, security, consultancy and other roles where previous policing experience is valuable.

Vacancies, eligibility requirements and contact details can change. Members should therefore use the official website links below and make their own enquiries before submitting personal information or accepting work.

Specialist Police and Investigation Recruitment

RGi Solutions

RGi Solutions provides investigation, intelligence and fraud-related services throughout the United Kingdom.

The company recruits experienced investigators, including former police officers, for work involving insurance claims, liability investigations, fraud, surveillance and field enquiries.

Website:
https://rgisolutions.co.uk

Service Care Solutions

Service Care Solutions operates a specialist Police Forces recruitment division.

Roles may include:

• PIP1 and PIP2 investigators
• HOLMES personnel
• Disclosure officers
• Exhibits officers
• Intelligence staff
• Investigation support
• Police administration and business support

Website:
https://www.servicecare.org.uk

Peel Solutions

Peel Solutions supplies recruitment, consultancy and managed services to police forces, public-sector organisations and other employers.

The company works with former police officers and staff whose experience can be applied to investigation, intelligence, training, safeguarding, compliance and operational support roles.

Website:
https://peelsolutions.co.uk

Red Snapper Recruitment

Red Snapper Recruitment specialises in policing, criminal justice, regulatory services, investigation and public safety.

Opportunities may include:

• Investigation officers
• Intelligence analysts
• Statement takers
• Disclosure staff
• Caseworkers
• Safeguarding personnel
• Training and assessment roles

Website:
https://www.rsr.ltd

Reed

Reed advertises a wide range of public-sector and private-sector vacancies for which former policing experience may be relevant.

These may include investigation, forensics, intelligence, compliance, fraud prevention, family liaison, case preparation and research roles.

Website:
https://www.reed.co.uk

Blue Badge Fraud Investigations

Blue Badge Fraud Investigations undertakes work for local authorities relating to the misuse of disabled parking permits.

The organisation has previously sought former police officers for flexible employment and self-employed investigation work, including evidence gathering, interviewing, case preparation and court attendance.

Website:
https://bbfi.org.uk

British Transport Police Opportunities

BTP Re-joiners and Police Staff Vacancies

Former British Transport Police officers who are interested in returning to policing should consult the official BTP careers website.

Opportunities may be available for:

• Re-joining police constables
• Detectives
• Transferees
• Police staff investigators
• Intelligence personnel
• Major investigation support
• Training and administrative roles

Members should use the official recruitment process rather than relying on historic personal contact details.

Website:
https://careers.btp.police.uk

General Security and Protective Services

Westminster Security

Westminster Security employs personnel from police, military and emergency services backgrounds.

Its work includes corporate security, protective services, event security and close protection. Some positions may require an appropriate Security Industry Authority licence.

Website:
https://www.westminstersecurity.co.uk

G4S UK

G4S advertises security, custody, facilities-management and operational-support roles throughout the United Kingdom.

The former G4S Police Recruit service is no longer operating in its previous form, but individual G4S vacancies may still be suitable for former police officers and police staff.

Website:
https://jobs.uk.g4s.com

Job Boards and Career Support

NARPO Jobs Board

NARPO provides information, support and employment opportunities for retired police officers.

Its jobs section includes vacancies from organisations that value policing experience.

Website:
https://www.narpo.org

Jobs After the Job

Jobs After the Job specialises in employment opportunities for serving officers preparing to leave policing, former officers and retired police personnel.

The site includes police rejoiner positions, investigation work and private-sector vacancies.

Website:
https://jobsafterthejob.co.uk

AllPoliceJobs

AllPoliceJobs advertises vacancies across UK policing and related sectors.

The website may be useful for members seeking police staff, investigation, intelligence, training or rejoiner opportunities.

Website:
https://allpolicejobs.co.uk

Off Duty

Off Duty provides employment information for serving, former and retired police officers.

It also operates a CV Exchange through which suitably qualified individuals can make their experience available to prospective employers.

Website:
https://www.offduty.co.uk

Police Resettlement EXPO

The Police Resettlement EXPO is a career-transition and recruitment event for police officers and staff who are leaving or have left the service.

The event allows attendees to meet employers, training providers and organisations interested in recruiting people with policing experience.

Website:
https://www.policeresettlementexpo.com

Professional Association

International Police Association

The International Police Association is a worldwide friendship and professional association for serving and retired police personnel.

It is not an employment agency, but membership may provide useful professional contacts, social opportunities and international networking.

Website:
https://www.ipa-uk.org

Insurance and Member Services

Philip Williams & Co

Philip Williams & Co provides group insurance schemes for members of police federations, retired police groups and other eligible organisations.

Products may include travel and other insurance benefits. Members should contact the company directly to confirm current eligibility, cover and premiums.

Website:
https://www.philipwilliams.co.uk

Crating Solutions

Crating Solutions provides packing, collection, crating and worldwide shipping services for vehicles and other items.

Any historic discount offered to British Transport Police personnel or retired members should be confirmed directly with the company before placing an order.

Website:
https://www.cratingsolutions.co.uk

Important Information for Members

The inclusion of an organisation on this page does not constitute an endorsement or guarantee of employment.

Before accepting an assignment, members should establish:

• Whether they will be employed, self-employed or engaged through an agency
• The applicable pay rate and expenses
• Whether professional indemnity or public liability insurance is required
• The effect, if any, on their pension or tax position
• Whether vetting, accreditation or an SIA licence is required
• Who is responsible for equipment, travel and training
• The arrangements for handling personal and confidential information

Members should also be cautious about sending copies of passports, driving licences, bank details or other sensitive documents until they have verified the identity and legitimacy of the employer.

If you become aware of a reputable employer or service that may be suitable for retired police officers or police staff, please send the organisation’s details to the association so that they can be considered for inclusion.