Jacob Wright

Public sector professional with experience across policing, operational management, recruitment, customer-focused services and the military. Experienced in leading teams, managing performance, assessing risk, applying legislation and procedures, and delivering effective outcomes in complex environments. Currently serving as a Police Constable with North Yorkshire Police, with responsibility for investigations, safeguarding, risk management and partnership working.

Previous experience as a Recruitment Manager involved line management, coaching, performance improvement, stakeholder engagement and delivering services against contractual targets. A confident communicator with strong judgement, resilience and the ability to manage competing priorities. Skilled in analysing information, preparing accurate reports, building professional relationships and supporting continuous improvement within public sector environments.

Police Constable at North Yorkshire Police (2024-01 – Present)

Deliver frontline policing services within a demanding operational environment, making professional decisions to manage risk, safeguard vulnerable people and protect communities.

• Manage investigations and a varied workload involving safeguarding, public protection and complex incidents.
• Complete dynamic risk assessments and apply legislation, policy and professional guidance.
• Gather, analyse and assess information from multiple sources to support decision making.
• Prepare accurate statements, intelligence submissions, reports and case files.
• Work closely with partner agencies including local authorities, housing providers, health services and support organisations.
• Communicate effectively with victims, witnesses, colleagues and external stakeholders.
• Manage competing priorities while maintaining professional standards.

Recruitment Manager at Reed in Partnership (2022-11 – 2024-01)

Managed a recruitment team delivering employment services within a regulated public service environment.

• Held line management responsibility including coaching, supervision and performance support.
• Managed team performance against targets and key performance indicators.
• Used management information to monitor trends and improve service delivery.
• Built relationships with employers, local authorities, training providers and partner organisations.
• Represented the organisation at stakeholder meetings.
• Supported staff development and improved team capability.
• Ensured compliance with procedures and contractual requirements.

Employment Adviser at Reed in Partnership (2021-08 – 2022-11)

Provided employment support services to individuals with a range of needs.

• Managed a large caseload and prioritised workload effectively.
• Delivered one-to-one support, advice and guidance.
• Maintained accurate records and ensured compliance with programme requirements.
• Worked with employers and external partners to achieve positive outcomes.

Insurance Consultant at Direct Line Group (2020-02 – 2021-08)

Delivered customer-focused services within a regulated environment.

• Managed customer enquiries, complaints and complex situations.
• Used negotiation and communication skills to achieve positive outcomes.
• Followed procedures relating to compliance and risk.
• Consistently achieved performance targets.

Soldier at British Army – Yorkshire Regiment (2017-02 – 2020-02)

Served in a demanding operational environment including deployment on Operation Toral 5 in Afghanistan.

• Worked effectively under pressure in high-risk environments.
• Developed leadership, teamwork and decision-making skills.
• Mentored junior personnel and maintained high standards of professionalism.
• Worked within strict procedures and organisational values.

BSc (Hons) in Professional Policing Practice – The Open University (2023-01 – 2026-01)

BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Public Services – Dearne Valley College (2013 – 2015)

GCSEs – Rawmarsh Community School (2008 – 2013)

BTEC Level 2 in Public Services – Rawmarsh Community School

BTEC Level 2 in Sport – Rawmarsh Community School