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Lead Security Officer

Securitas

London, England Posted 4 September 2026 Apply by 7 October 2026

Home Office register entry: Securitas, Bucks

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Role description

We’re Hiring: Lead Security Officer!

📍 Location: London, E14 4AD

💰 Pay: £18.00 per hour

📅 Hours: 42 hours per week: 4 on, 4 off nights only

🎓 From day one, you’ll gain access to outstanding Learning and Development opportunities, Mentorship, and a whole load of benefits from big brand discounts to give back schemes!

Grade: 3.1 Site Based

See a Different World. Where potential is seen and progress is nurtured.

As a Lead Security Officer , you will oversee the day-to-day security operation on shift, providing leadership, guidance, and support to a team of Security Officers. Acting as the main point of contact for operational matters, you will help ensure a consistently high standard of service delivery while promoting the core values of Integrity, Vigilance, and Helpfulness. This is a fantastic opportunity to lead a professional team within a fast-paced and prestigious corporate environment🛡️

As a Lead Security Officer , you will be responsible for managing staffing levels, coordinating officer rosters, monitoring performance, and ensuring all team members maintain the required training and licensing standards. Building strong working relationships with both the client and internal stakeholders, you will conduct regular performance reviews, support employee development, and ensure all security personnel maintain the highest standards of professionalism and presentation.

This isn’t just another job. It’s your opportunity to step into a role as a Lead Security Officer where your potential is recognised, your contribution is valued, and your progress is supported every step of the way

Responsibilities

You’ll play a vital part in keeping people, property, and information safe. That includes:

Ensure all personnel under your supervision have completed the appropriate site training and hold a valid SIA licence or LDN to meet industry requirements

Monitor and manage the appearance and behaviour of all security personnel, taking remedial action in line with the company policy and procedures

Report all incidents in compliance with customer and company policy and procedures

Assist the Security Management Team in developing and sharing best practices and using systems and tool to improve service effectiveness

Be fully conversant with operational functions including Access Control, CCTV Detection, and Alarm Systems, ensuring effective monitoring and reporting

Assist the Site Manager with any reasonable or practical request

Monitor faults with security related equipment, ensuring they are reported correctly

Please note - The responsibilities listed here aren’t the full picture—but they give you a good sense of the role. If you meet the minimum requirements and believe you’ve got what it takes to succeed, we’d love to hear from you.

What we’re looking for:

We’re looking for someone who sees a different world—someone who values teamwork, shows initiative, and wants to grow. Ideally, you’ll have:

A valid SIA licence

Flexibility to work nights and weekends

Previous supervisory experience within a corporate banking environment is essential

Must be able to present a clear and complete 5-year work and/or education history, with supporting explanations for any gaps in employment

Adaptable and responsive to changes in priorities, plans and schedules

Strong communication skills in English—both written and spoken

Why Join Securitas?

We have a promise to our people, a ‘People Promise’ where opportunity, people and purpose play a vital role in our day to day!

Opportunity : We see potential in every person and situation.

People: We open our eyes to all that’s good.

Purpose : We make your world a safer place.

We believe in your future, not just your past. At Securitas, you’ll find a career built on trust, respect, and progress.

It’s great to see you’re considering a career with Securitas UK! You're one step closer to joining a global team of 336,000+ colleagues who help make the world a safer place each and every day.

Here, we live by our values of Integrity, Vigilance and Helpfulness, which help guide how we operate and how our people experience work, each and every day! We have a promise too:

Opportunity – We see potential in every person and situation

People – We open our eyes to all that’s good

Purpose – We make your world a safer place

So what you can expect

Our Talent Team reviews every application carefully. We know applying can feel daunting, but we’re here to support you—just email us if you need help. No matter the outcomes, you will always receive communication from us.

See an inclusive world

Inclusion isn’t a tick-box for us – it’s how we work. We know our strength comes from different perspectives, in every role and every team. We’re proud to be a Level 2 Disability Confident employer. If you tell us you have a disability when you apply, and you meet the minimum requirements for the role, our Talent Team will guarantee you an interview.

Through our Employee Networks, the Race at Work Charter, the Armed Forces Covenant and more, our people drive real change. We celebrate diversity all year round with moments like BSL Week, International Women’s Day, PRIDE and Black History Month – because seeing an inclusive world starts with how we show up every day.

See a rewarding world

We understand the importance of reward and recognition when it comes to our peoples work. From day one you're able to:

Save More: Exclusive employee big brand discounts through STRIVE, Cycle to Work savings, Specsavers offers and free mortgage advice.

Look After Your Health: Healthcare cash plans, dental cover plans, 24/7 GP access, mental wellbeing support and online dental advice.

Plan for Your Future: Pension scheme, Payroll ISA and financial wellbeing resources to help you achieve your goals.

Peace of Mind: Life assurance and support for you and your family when it matters most.

Take the next step your career journey

Join a team that values you start your career with Securitas UK today.

Click ‘I’m Interested’ to see a different world.