Ben Pedro Anido

Strategic safeguarding leader and accredited PIP2 investigator with 19 years of policing experience, culminating in the rank of Detective Inspector at Essex Police. Specialist in child protection, risk management, and complex investigations, with a strong record of leading teams in high-pressure environments and delivering tangible outcomes for vulnerable individuals.

Recognised for designing and implementing force-wide safeguarding and investigative models that enhanced performance, compliance, and operational resilience. A resilient and adaptable leader, I remain calm and decisive under pressure, maintaining focus on achieving objectives even in challenging circumstances. I take a collaborative approach to problem-solving—building trusted partnerships, aligning stakeholders, and working across boundaries to deliver effective, sustainable solutions.

Now based in Spain, I bring a proven ability to translate public-sector safeguarding and investigative leadership into organisational resilience, risk governance, and strategic partnership development across diverse sectors.

I hold a strong academic foundation in policing, safeguarding, and leadership, developed through a combination of higher education and professional accreditation. My years working in policing has deepened my understanding of criminology, law enforcement practice, and evidence-based decision-making.

To strengthen my leadership capability, I completed a Diploma in Leadership and Management through the Chartered Management Institute (CMI), focusing on strategic thinking, performance management, and organisational change.

Alongside this, I hold professional policing qualifications through the College of Policing, including accreditation as a PIP2 Senior Investigating Officer and specialist certifications in child protection, safeguarding, and vulnerability investigation.

These qualifications have given me a robust academic and professional foundation, supporting my ability to think strategically, manage risk effectively, and lead collaborative safeguarding and investigative work.