About this role
The Sanderson by Morgans Original
The Opportunity
As Night Security Officer, you’ll be responsible for maintaining the safety and security of our guests, team members, and property throughout the night. You’ll patrol the premises, monitor surveillance systems, and respond swiftly and professionally to any incidents or emergencies.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct regular patrols of all hotel areas including guest floors, back-of-house, and external perimeters 3
- Monitor CCTV, fire alarms, and access control systems
- Respond to guest concerns, disturbances, or emergencies with discretion and professionalism
- Complete detailed incident reports and nightly security logs
- Ensure all doors, exits, and restricted areas are secure
- Support the night team with guest assistance and room access when required
- Follow all hotel safety and emergency procedures, including bomb threat and evacuation protocols
Benefits
- Our enviable employee discounts on bedroom rates across the LGH hotel portfolio.
- Shopping discounts - ranging from groceries, fashion, travel, utilities, days out, and even holidays.
- Eye care
- Free legal & money advice
- Counseling sessions
- Hospital & death benefit plans
- Cycle to work scheme
- Wellbeing tips and support fitness videos
- Recipe ideas
- Advice on keeping active and healthy living
- Wellbeing podcasts and tv
- Breathing exercises
- 24/7 advice and support line
- Team reward & recognition
- Free meals on duty
Ideal Candidate
- Previous experience in a security role, ideally within hospitality or a customer-facing environment
- Valid SIA licence (or willingness to obtain)
- Strong communication and conflict resolution skills
- Ability to remain calm and decisive in high-pressure situations
- A professional, courteous manner and a strong sense of responsibility
- Flexibility to work night shifts, weekends, and holidays
Hotel
St Martins Lane London and Sanderson London are part of Morgans Originals, a brand of unique lifestyle hotels. They combine elegance with a touch of chaos, creating an unexpected and bold experience.
About Us
Looking for an exciting career in the hospitality industry? Look no further than LGH Hotels Management! With a growing portfolio of 42 hotels throughout the UK, including globally recognised brands such as Crowne Plaza, Holiday Inn, and Best Western, all located in prime locations, we are the premier destination for those seeking a fulfilling career in hospitality. Join our dynamic team and be a part of shaping the future of the UK hospitality industry.
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 85/100
- Protection & firearms
- Surveillance & covert work
- Security operations
- Conflict management & de-escalation
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 |