‘The Met’s mission is simple

‘The career opportunities at the Met are vast and unrivalled’ (Image: Getty)We are at a significant moment in our history, a turning point, as we look to restore the public’s trust and confidence in the force to carry out policing and protect and serve on their behalf. But this is an incredibly exciting time to be a police officer. To be part of a changing organisation, working together with London’s communities to bring more trust, less crime and high standards.This job is often a tough one but it is one with vital purpose and a hugely important role to play in our society.The career opportunities at the Met are vast and unrivalled in their scope and potential.We are striving to establish the very best neighbourhood policing teams to fight crime in partnership with diverse communities.And we are also developing our officers’ specialist skills in an array of areas including counter-terrorism, homicide and sexual offences.Our mission for London is simple and clear – to return to getting the basics right.We also want to honour the principles of policing the Met was founded upon: to renew policing by consent.We have had nearly 10,000 new recruits join our ranks this year and now over 30 per cent of our officers are women.Our new arrivals are determined to play their part in keeping London safe for those who live, work and visit here.They will be supported by experienced colleagues who continue to drive us forwards in achieving our mission.It is a challenging role but it is an immensely rewarding one.When Sir Robert Peel established the Metropolitan Police in 1829 it was to “prevent crime and disorder” and was “dependent upon the public’s approval of the police’s actions”.This aim remains as true today as it did then.I would urge anyone who thinks they can make a positive difference to the Met and London, to find out more about joining our organisation.You can be the difference the Met is aspiring to achieve.