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Corporate Security Officer - FT

Assist Security Group · London, Greater London

Type
Contract
Posted
29 days ago

Overview

Your security licence, patrol experience and incident response handling are exactly what this corporate security role requires.

About this role

Front of house corporate security officer - Full Time.

If you are interested in applying for this job, please make sure you meet the following requirements as listed below.

Are you an experienced security officer looking to work in a professional corporate environment for an award-winning security company? If so, read on.

Pay Rate: £14.80 per hour

Hours: 4 on 4 off rotation (days & nights) 07am-07pm and 07pm -07am

Join Assist Security Group, recent winner of four OSPA awards including Outstanding Security Company.

We offer a professional working environment, structured training and real support for our officers, with clear pathways for development within the business.

Assist Security Group is recruiting Corporate Security Officers to support professional corporate environments in London. This is a front-facing role where presentation, professionalism and customer service are essential. We are looking for officers who understand that security in a corporate environment is not just about presence, but about creating confidence, protecting people and assets, and representing both Assist and the client to a high standard.

Role Summary

The role requires officers to demonstrate excellent customer service, strong communication and high presentation standards at all times.

The purpose of the role is to ensure the safety and security of people, property and assets. Officers must remain professional, approachable and alert when dealing with occupiers, visitors, contractors, the public and emergency services.

There is also an expectation to engage with continuous training, as policies, procedures and technology continue to develop within the security environment.

Responsibilities

  • Wear the correct uniform, PPE and SIA badge, maintaining a clean and professional appearance at all times
  • Provide a professional and welcoming front-of-house presence
  • Deliver excellent customer service and engage positively with all visitors and staff
  • Carry out all duties in line with Assignment Instructions and Risk Assessments
  • Follow client policies and site procedures at all times
  • Monitor access and egress, ensuring only authorised persons enter the premises
  • Conduct internal and external patrols where required
  • Monitor CCTV, alarm systems and other security technologies
  • Identify and respond to incidents, risks and suspicious behaviour appropriately
  • Report incidents accurately and in a timely manner, following escalation procedures
  • Work collaboratively with emergency services where required
  • Support the client’s professional environment and comply with reasonable operational requests

Person Specification

  • Valid SIA Door Supervisor Licence
  • Valid CCTV Licence
  • Previous experience within corporate security or a similar professional environment is advantageous
  • Excellent customer service and communication skills
  • Conscientious, alert and with strong attention to detail
  • Professional, reliable and punctual
  • Able to remain calm and confident in a fast-moving environment
  • Maintains high standards of integrity and confidentiality
  • Flexible, collaborative and positive in approach
  • Strong verbal and written English

Benefits

  • Competitive pay rate
  • Structured training and support
  • Professional working environment
  • Perkbox benefits
  • Opportunity to work with an award-winning security company

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

Assist Security Group is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to eliminating discrimination and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation. All recruitment decisions are based on skills, experience and suitability for the role. Reasonable adjustments will be considered throughout the recruitment process where required

About security roles for ex-police

Security management, operations and consultancy roles. Years of operational policing — command, incident response, public order — translate directly into corporate security, and employers in this sector actively rate police experience.

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Why this fits a police background — match score 80/100

  • Protection & firearms
  • Multi-agency & police liaison
  • Risk & threat assessment
  • Security operations

What security roles pay ex-police

Advertised UK ranges, editorial estimates reviewed July 2026

Security officer (SIA)£24,000–£29,000
Security supervisor / team leader£28,000–£34,000
Site / security manager£38,000–£52,000
Regional / operations security manager£50,000–£65,000
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