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As an Intelligence Operative you'll gather and analyse information that helps senior commanders make important decisions. You'll work in variety of roles and settings, from headquarters units to government departments, becoming a subject-matter expert in a country or an enemy threat. You could write reports that inform commanders and politicians, patrol with the Infantry to learn about the local situation, or brief a commanding officer in the UK about a cyber attack. It's a varied and fascinating role with masses of opportunity for development. The Intelligence Corps is responsible for information gathering and intelligence analysis. Modern military operations are dependent on the provision of highly accurate and timely intelligence. To provide this, our analysts are embedded in all parts of the Military to ensure that the Army's operations are successful. Although we are one of the smallest parts of the Army, our analysts have a monumental impact on decision making, straight out of training. Many opportunities exist within Military Intelligence, for example deploying with the infantry providing intelligence support as part of a crisis response team in the Caribbean. Key Responsibilities Become an expert in an area of military intelligence Get the opportunity to specialise throughout your career Use your analysis and assessment to influence high-level decision-making Work in a high-security environment Gain valuable qualifications, including university degrees Regular (full time)Entry requirements Age: From17 years & 9 monthsto35 years & 6 months Qualifications: GCSE Grade AC/9-4, or Scottish National 5 grade A-C, in Maths, English Language and 3 other subjects. (These 3 must be academic subjects including: History, Geography, Science (Science double counts as 2 GCSEs) Physics, Biology, Chemistry, English Literature, Business Studies, or any language qualification). Security Clearance Required: CTC (Counter Terrorist Check) SC (Security Check) at Phase 1Training DV (Developed Vetting) at Phase 2 Training Basic physical fitness assessment: Mid Thigh Pull 50kg Medicine Ball Throw 2.7m 2km run 11 min 30 sec Training for the role Step 1 Initial military training teaches you how to be a soldier, everything from fieldcraft to how to handle a rifle. This course takes place at either Pirbright in Surrey or Winchester, Hampshire. Step 2 You'll do your 15-week Phase 2 Training at the Joint Intelligence Training Group near Bedford. You develop analytical and intelligence-briefing skills to prepare you to deploy anywhere in the world. On successful completion of this course you will attempt your Junior Command and Leadership course to promote to the rank of Lance Corporal. Qualifications you could get after training Level 4 Intelligence Analyst Apprenticeship All your training will go towards degree level credits in Intelligence and International Relations Pay & benefits: Earn 26,334 during training. On completion of Phase 2 training you will join your unit as a Lance Corporal earning 34,083 a year. TPBN1_UKTJ