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Patrick Campbell

Patrick Campbell

Airdrie,North Lanarkshire

Summary

A highly accredited strategic leader with extensive expertise in law enforcement, safeguarding, and risk management. Demonstrates proficiency in complex investigations, including homicide and counter-terrorism, alongside critical risk mitigation and operational threat analysis. Skilled in transformation and change management, policy development, and business strategy implementation, with a proven track record as an international law enforcement senior advisor. Adept at leading multi-agency partnerships and driving cyber strategy initiatives while fostering people-centric strategies to achieve organisational goals. An alumnus of the Scottish Digital Leadership Academy and the International Policing Masterclass (DCAF/ISSAT), committed to advancing innovative solutions within global policing frameworks.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Chief Superintendent (Commander) Criminal Justice

Police Scotland
Edinburgh, Scotland
03.2022 - Current
  • Head of all Custody Operations across Police Scotland - Including 62 Custody facilities.
  • Criminal Justice Strategic Lead for National Force
  • Head of Criminal Justice Transformation and Change
  • Strategic lead for over 1200 Officers and staff
  • Member of National Criminal Justice Board for Scotland
  • Senior Responsible Officer for Custody 2030 Transformation and Change Programme
  • Strategic Firearms Commander
  • Budget holder for Capital/Revenue circa 10m
  • Implemented efficient resource allocation strategies for cost savings.
  • Achieved smooth operations by implementing strict safety protocols.
  • Devised strategic plans, driving successful project completion.
  • Established strong relationships with external stakeholders to secure beneficial contracts.
  • Improved site productivity with robust scheduling practices.

T/Assistant Chief Constable

Police Scotland
Scottish Police College , Scotland
11.2021 - 03.2022
  • Assistant Chief Constable (Temporary) for Organised Crime, Counter Terrorism, and Intelligence for Police Scotland
  • Executive lead for Police Scotland in above disciplines
  • Daily strategic management of high-profile and time critical incidents - providing dynamic and accountable leadership
  • Senior Responsible Officer for a number of high profile transformation and change programmes
  • Strategic Budget Holder for over 2000 resources and Capital/Revenue budget in excess of 50m
  • Drove positive change by establishing clear objectives aligned with applicable legislation and policies.
  • Strategic lead for the development and delivery of Intelligence Development Strategy for COP26
  • Established positive public image with consistent media interactions.
  • Formulated budget plans with careful resource allocation.
  • Coordinated multi-agency operations for successful outcomes.
  • Led strategic planning sessions to align organisational goals.
  • Upheld strict adherence to laws, ensuring justice and fairness.
  • Facilitated diversity training sessions, promoting a tolerant work environment.
  • Strengthened internal communication with regular briefings and meetings.
  • Collaborated with local leaders to address community concerns.
  • Implemented new technologies, improving operational efficiency.
  • Conducted high-level negotiations for peaceful resolution of conflicts.

Detective Chief Superintendent

Police Scotland
Scottish Crime Campus, Glasgow , Scotland
03.2018 - 11.2021
  • Senior Police leader with a wealth of experience in a variety of strategic policing roles - evidence of exemplary leadership and professionalism
  • Strategic lead for a number of significant investigations in a substantive command role
  • Integral member of Police Scotland's senior command team
  • Senior Responsible Officer for a number of Strategic Transformation and Change Programmes including National Cyber/Digital/Technical Surveillance Programs across the Force
  • Strategic leader across UK and International Law Enforcement
  • Establish and maintain collaborative working with Law Enforcement Agencies and other Criminal Justice partners
  • Positive and motivational leader with high ethical and professional standards
  • Strategic Force lead for International investigations and engagement with INTERPOL/Europol and international law enforcement partners

Education

Higher National Diploma - Diploma in Forensic Science

University of Glasgow
Glasgow
08.1998

Bachelor of Arts - Business Studies with Management

Glasgow Caledonian University
Glasgow
08.1993

Skills

  • Strategic leader (Accredited)
  • Conflict management
  • Safeguarding Lead Officer
  • Transformation/Change Manager
  • Complex investigations
  • Risk management
  • Homicide investigations
  • Critical risk mitigation
  • Policy Development/Enforcement
  • Law enforcement
  • Problem-orientated policing
  • Criminal investigations
  • Counter-terrorism investigations
  • Strategic planning
  • Operational threat analysis
  • Business Change Lead
  • People Strategy Lead
  • Cyber Strategy - Strategic Lead
  • Multi Agency/Partnership Lead
  • International Law Enforcement Senior Advisor
  • Vetting - Developed Vetting (DV) to 04/26
  • International Policing Masterclass Alumnus (DCAF/ISSAT)
  • Scottish Digital Leadership Academy Alumnus
  • Leadership proficiency
  • Inclusive leadership
  • Emergency response preparedness
  • Project scheduling
  • Technology integration
  • Cultural awareness
  • Team Leadership
  • Interpersonal communication
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Project Management
  • Budget management

Accomplishments

  • Strategic Investigating Officer (Accredited)
  • Kidnap & Extortion Senior Investigating Officer (Accredited)
  • PRIDE Project Management
  • Corporate Homicide Senior Investigating Officer (Accredited)
  • Strategic Firearms Commander (Accredited)
  • Leadership for Wellbeing
  • Leadership for Inclusivity
  • Collaboration in a Political Environment
  • Power of Diverse Thinking
  • Senior Leaders Development Programme Alumnus
  • Scottish Digital Leaders Programme Alumnus
  • International Policing Masterclass Alumnus
  • Police Long Service & Good Conduct Medal

Certification

  • Senior Investigating Officer (Scottish Police College)
  • Strategic Firearms Commander (College of Policing)
  • Kidnap & Extortion SIO (College of Policing)
  • Covert Authorising Officer (College of Policing)
  • International Policing Masterclass Alumnus
  • Scottish Digital Leadership Alumnus

Salary

Present Salary - £111, 091

Timeline

Chief Superintendent (Commander) Criminal Justice

Police Scotland
03.2022 - Current

T/Assistant Chief Constable

Police Scotland
11.2021 - 03.2022

Detective Chief Superintendent

Police Scotland
03.2018 - 11.2021

Higher National Diploma - Diploma in Forensic Science

University of Glasgow

Bachelor of Arts - Business Studies with Management

Glasgow Caledonian University

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