About this role
Why Lodge
Lodge are a bold, ambitious Security company growing at pace. A human centric – solution led business where people and tech merge to offer holistic and innovative solutions to our clients and teams. Boasting a 100+ year heritage, Lodge offers the values and community of a (4th generation) family run organisation with the mindset and vision of a tech start up; and being independently owned and managed means we can respond and act with agility. We promote a collaborative, inclusive and dynamic working environment which provides real scope for growth and development to our team members.
Our Values
This role brings our values to life through everyday actions, decisions, and the way people are treated and supported.
- Human: Client focused & considerate to colleagues and strives for best outcomes for all parties
- United: Shares information freely, communicates well, and understands the positive impact of a connected, in-tune team
- Grounded: Compliance leads decision making and takes pride in leaving projects better than they found it
- Dynamic: Open to innovation and new technology, thinking outside of the box to deliver a truly solution-led service
Security Officer Role
- Protect staff, stock & customers
- Prevent theft
- Partner with store management teams
- Deliver professionalism and customer service
- Use ASCONE for shoplifting prevention
- Ensure safety of employees and Customers
- Visible deterrent presence
Requirements
- Valid SIA License
- UK right to work & 5-year history
- Customer service skills
- Smart appearance
- Ability to follow procedures
- Calm under pressure
- Retail security experience is ESSENTIAL
We Offer
- Training & career paths
- Financial Support – Ability to access your pay before payday
- Pension scheme
- 28 days holiday
- Uniform & Body Worn Videos
- Benefits portal Retail, dining and gym discounts
- 24/7 Doctor on Line & Counselling services
- Wellbeing Support
- Inclusive culture | Disability Confident Employer
Ready to make a difference? Apply now! We want you!
Please note: Due to the high volume of applicants, only shortlisted candidates will receive a response.
- Expiration date: November 5, 2026
- Location: London NW4, UK
- Job Title: Elite Retail Security Officer (Fenwicks) Brentcross SC
- Hours: 40h / week
- Rate: £13.53 / hour
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.
See all security jobs in London →Why this fits a police background — match score 65/100
- Protection & firearms
- Working to legislation & regulation
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 |