New West Midlands Police Deputy Chief Constable 'delighted' to be appointed

The new Deputy Chief Constable (DCC) of West Midlands Police has spoken of her delight and pride at being appointed to the role.

Jen Mattison was officially appointed to the role on November 11, having been temporarily in post since January, and her latest appointment follows a rigorous selection process consisting of an independent stakeholder panel and comprehensive interview process that took place on November 10.

She said: “I am delighted to have been successfully appointed as Deputy Chief Constable for West Midlands Police.

“I am immensely proud of this force and the achievements and improvements we have made during the last few years to better protect people, catch more criminals and rightly provide the care and support victims and witnesses deserve.

“I remain committed to ensuring, that with the Chief Constable, I lead the officers, staff and volunteers of West Midlands Police in being a trusted, visible and outstanding police service for the people of the West Midlands, reducing harm, and working with the public and our partners to solve the problems that negatively impact on people’s lives.”

The Chief Constable of West Midlands Police, Scott Green, said DCC Mattison brought knowledge and experience to the role and said the appointment would help to inspire the next generation of officers.

He said: “I am delighted for Jen and our force on this appointment.

“She brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise and is a highly successful and professional police leader, respected by colleagues and partners, regionally and nationally.

“She originally joined the force as Assistant Chief Constable (ACC) back in December 2023.

“After completing a law degree at the University of Wales, Aberystwyth, Jen started her police career just across the border with West Mercia Police in 2001.

“In 2009 she was successful in the national assessment centre for the High Potential Development Scheme which saw her successfully obtain a Masters in Police Leadership and Management.

“Over her career Jen has completed numerous specialist commander programmes, including being a Specialist Strategic Firearms Commander and Gold Public Order Commander for several years.

“Jen is already inspiring our next generation of officers, bringing great value to the force and together we are committed to ensuring West Midlands Police continues to prevent harm, protect people, and build trust with people and communities across the region.”

West Midlands Police and Crime Commissioner Simon Foster said: “I congratulate Jen Mattinson on her appointment as Deputy Chief Constable of West Midlands Police.

“She brings a wealth of policing experience and an in-depth understanding of the challenges and opportunities facing policing across our region. Her experience across a range of operational and leadership roles will be invaluable as the force continues its work to tackle crime, protect victims and build confidence in policing.

“I look forward to continuing to work closely with the Deputy Chief Constable and the wider leadership team to ensure we deliver safer communities and the high standards of policing that people across the West Midlands rightly expect.”