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Security Manager

Bridge Recruitment · London, Greater London

Type
Full-time
Posted
8 days ago

Overview

Your operational command, incident response and stakeholder liaison experience from policing translates directly into managing a security team in a retail environment.

About this role

Role: Security Manager - Site Based - Shopping Centre

*Job Status:*Full Time/ Permanent

*Location:*Based Wandsworth, South West London

*Vacancy Reference:*VR/05453

Role Description

:We are recruiting on behalf of our client for an experienced Security Manager to oversee the day-to-day management of a team of Security Officers within a busy retail environment. This is an excellent opportunity for a confident leader with a strong operational background in the security industry who is committed to maintaining high standards of service delivery, compliance, and team performance

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Key Responsibilitie

  • s:Lead, manage and support a team of Security Officers across the sit
  • e.Conduct staff inductions and coordinate ongoing training and developmen
  • t.Manage performance, attendance, conduct, and employee relations matters in line with company procedure
  • s.Carry out investigations where required and maintain accurate record
  • s.Build and maintain professional relationships with key stakeholders, including the Police, Local Authorities, and other external partner
  • s.Complete operational audits and ensure compliance with contractual service standard
  • s.Monitor performance against agreed service levels and identify areas for continuous improvemen
  • t.Ensure Health & Safety procedures are followed, including the completion of risk assessments and promotion of safe working practice
  • s.Support payroll administration and maintain accurate personnel record
  • s.Ensure all compliance requirements are met, including right-to-work checks, vetting, and company policie
  • s.Maintain accurate records using internal systems and produce reports where require
  • d.Ensure compliance with statutory fire safety and health & safety regulations across the sit

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u:To be successful in this role, you will hav

  • e:Previous experience in a Security Management rol
  • e.A valid SIA Licenc
  • e.Strong leadership and people management skills with the ability to motivate and develop team
  • s.Experience managing investigations, performance issues and operational complianc
  • e.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with colleagues, clients and external stakeholder
  • s.A proactive, solutions-focused approach to problem solvin
  • g.Good organisational skills with the ability to prioritise a varied workloa
  • d.Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel and the ability to use operational management system
  • s.A good understanding of Health & Safety legislation and security industry best practic

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This is a hands-on management role suited to someone who can balance operational demands with effective leadership, ensuring a safe, secure and professional environment for all stakeholde

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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 90/100

  • Investigative casework
  • Risk & threat assessment
  • 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
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