Job Description

Student Placement Opportunity – Corporate Assets Dept (Estates)

Location: Rose Hill HQ – Liverpool.
Contract: 12‑month Student Placement
Start Date: September 2026
Salary: Grade B £25,599

About the Opportunity

We are offering an exciting paid placement for a motivated and enthusiastic student to join our Corporate Assets Dept for a 12‑month industry placement. This role is ideal for students who want to gain hands‑on experience, contribute to meaningful projects, and develop professional skills within a supportive environment.

About Us

Merseyside Police is a forward‑thinking, community‑focused force dedicated to protecting our region and delivering the highest standards of public service. We work collaboratively across diverse neighbourhoods to prevent crime, support victims, and build trust with the communities we serve. As an organisation, we are committed to innovation, professional development, and creating an inclusive environment where every colleague can thrive. Joining Merseyside Police means making a real difference—every day, in every role.

What You’ll Be Doing

As a Student Placement within Corporate Assets, you will support the team with a range of tasks, which may include:

• Assessment of works completed by the contractor, ensuring correct application of pre-approved costs
• Quality Assurance of submitted paperwork and reports from the contractor, ensuring compliance with Service Level Agreements
• Monitor performance of the contractor through use of set Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s)
• Assist with management of the department’s facilities helpdesk, resolving building maintenance issues

Your work will contribute directly to the department’s objectives and provide valuable real‑world experience.

What We’re Looking For:

We welcome applications from students who:

• Are currently studying for a degree in a relevant subject areas:
  Quantity Surveying

We welcome applications from students who:

• Have strong communication and organisational skills
• Are proactive, eager to learn, and able to work both independently and as part of a team
• Can bring fresh ideas, curiosity, and a willingness to get involved
• Are confident using IT systems and open to developing new technical skills

No prior experience is necessary — training and support will be provided.

What You’ll Gain:

• Practical, real-world experience in a professional environment
• Opportunities to work on meaningful projects with tangible outcomes
• Coaching, mentoring, and ongoing support
• Development of transferable skills valued by employers
• A chance to make a difference while building your career

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Benefits

• 25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays pro rata increasing to 30 days plus 8 bank holidays after 5 years full service.

• Local Government Pension Scheme with contributions from 5.5% to 11.5% depending on your salary.

• Access to on-site gyms – HQ and OCC

• Option to become a member of the onsite unions.

• Discounts from various retailers via the Blue Light Scheme

• Cycle to work scheme.

• Taskers Salary sacrifice car scheme

• Hybrid/Agile working (role dependant)

• Support from our Health and Wellbeing Centre including Welfare Officers, Counselling, Physiotherapy and Mental Health Peer Supporters.

• Generous maternity/paternity and adoption leave entitlements.

• Sick pay provisions