Assistant Security Manager

Christie's; London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks an Assistant Security Manager to enhance security operations in London. This role involves supporting the Security Manager, managing security systems, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in security management and excellent communication skills. Join a dynamic team dedicated to providing a safe environment while enjoying benefits like generous leave, health insurance, and opportunities for professional growth. If you are proactive and passionate about security, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

25 days annual leave + Birthday leave

Christmas office closure

Volunteering day

Flexible Fitness Fund

Donation matching

Private Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Generous retirement plan

Discretionary Bonus

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Experience in supporting security systems management.
• Knowledge of security contracts and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Support the Security Manager in maintaining a secure environment.
• Install, maintain, and troubleshoot security systems.

Skills

Security Systems Management

Incident Response

Problem Solving

Communication Skills

Technical Documentation

Education

High School Diploma

Security Certification

Tools

C-Cure 9000 Systems

Security Cameras

Access Control Systems

Job description

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The Company

Christie’s, the world’s largest Art Business, is an incredibly exciting & enriching place to start or continue your career. Whether you work within one of our Specialist Art Departments, or in one of our more Operational teams, we are all working together with one common goal in mind: to continue the success of this 250 year old company, steeped in history, bringing fresh ideas whilst not forgetting our shared values; Integrity, Excellence, Innovation, Responsibility & Relationships. Colleagues across all departments are truly passionate about what they do and it is inspiring to work with industry leaders across our business.

The Company

Christie’s, the world’s largest Art Business, is an incredibly exciting & enriching place to start or continue your career. Whether you work within one of our Specialist Art Departments, or in one of our more Operational teams, we are all working together with one common goal in mind: to continue the success of this 250 year old company, steeped in history, bringing fresh ideas whilst not forgetting our shared values; Integrity, Excellence, Innovation, Responsibility & Relationships. Colleagues across all departments are truly passionate about what they do and it is inspiring to work with industry leaders across our business.

What You’ll Be Doing

As Assistant Security Manager, you will be responsible for supporting the Security Manager and the London Security Function in providing a safe and secure environment within our London working spaces. This includes both the physical and technical protection systems.

The role is ideal for an individual with experience in supporting Security Systems Management with additional experience of Security Contracts.

What Your Day Might Look Like

Security Management:

• Support the Security Manager to ensure that contract staff are proactive, innovative and effective, that staff are appropriately qualified/licensed, regularly trained and have the necessary skills and awareness to perform their role
• Support Incident Response and Business Continuity Planning
• Support the maintenance of all operational documentation and procedures, initiate security projects in a timely and orderly manner, oversee project development and delivery, participate as part of other project teams
• Ensure that operations are conducted in accordance with Christie’s Global security, insurance and risk standards, local laws and regulations, and Christie’s Policies
• Support the training of Security Systems Apprentice.
  
  

Installation and Maintenance:

• Read and interpret floor plans/schematics, technical documents and manuals
• Installation and setup of security systems, including cameras, alarms, and access control systems
• Perform routine maintenance and troubleshooting to ensure all security systems are functioning correctly
• Replace or repair faulty equipment
• Maintain equipment stock levels and order equipment where required
• Work closely with external contractors on larger projects
• Install new and troubleshoot existing C-Cure 9000 Systems.
  
  

Monitoring:

• Setup dashboards to support the monitoring of security feeds and alert systems
• Help review surveillance footage and access logs as needed
• Review daily and weekly check reports and ensure faults raised are rectified in a timely manner.
  
  

Documentation and Reporting:

• Maintain accurate records of installations and maintenance activities (floor plans, inventory sheets, programming sheets)
• Prepare reports on security system performance and incidents.
  
  

Collaboration:

• Work closely with the Security Team, Operations and Specialist Art Departments to ensure seamless security operations
• Design and install ad-hoc security system arrangements to support sale views
• Offer support during auctions as security point of contact.
  
  

Compliance and Safety:

• Ensure adherence to all relevant security codes of practice and legal requirements
• Assist in conducting regular security audits and risk assessments
• Observe Christie’s Health + Safety requirements
• Attend training (internal and external)
  
  

What You’ll Bring To The Team

• Excellent communication and organisation skills
• Demonstrable knowledge gained from working in a security environment
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a wider team
• Ability to take initiative and be a proactive team member
• Willingness to learn
• Computer literate with the potential to learn new software
• Ability to remain calm under pressure
• Problem solving skills
  
  

What’s Great About Working For Us

• 25 days annual leave + 1 day Birthday leave
• Christie’s Christmas office closure (guaranteed between 25th Dec – 2nd Jan) – in additional to annual leave: almost two weeks to fully switch off and spend time with friends and family
• Additional 1 week’s annual leave within the year of a 5-year anniversary i.e. 5th, 10th, 15th and so on
• Volunteering day: Take an additional day of annual leave to volunteer for a charitable organisation that’s important to you
• Donation matching of up to £500 per annum to help you support the organisations you care about
• Flexible Fitness Fund - £400 per year expense allowance for health and wellness related activity (taxable)
• Access to world-renowned art: with regular exhibitions in our galleries to wander around and exclusive guided tours hosted by specialist colleagues
• Discretionary Bonus (dependent on the business and employee performance payable in March each year)
• Generous retirement plan: We will double match your pension contribution up to 5% of your basic salary (Max 10% contribution from Christie’s)
• Private Health Insurance – no employee contribution needed, subsidised for other family members
• Dental Insurance – (may be extended at personal cost)
• Generous Income Protection Insurance in the event of accident, sickness or injury
• Competitive Life Insurance policy from first day
• Employee Assistance Programme – access to personal advice and support services including counselling
• Eyecare vouchers (once a year)
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Christie’s Extras – discounts on over 800 retailers, holiday packages, dinners and weekly shops
• Robust family first policy:
  
  

Ø 16 weeks full pay on Maternity Leave

Ø Four-day week, for eight weeks, at full pay on return from Maternity Leave

Ø Dependent back-up care: 10 sessions/ days of childcare or eldercare per year

Ø The Stork Club: Our community of parents who meet regularly over breakfasts, lunch, afternoon tea…

Close Date: 11th May

• Christie’s reserves the right to change company benefits at any time

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Other, Information Technology, and Management

• Industries

  Retail Luxury Goods and Jewelry

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