Corporate Security Officer - Radar Road

Next; Leicester; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading retail company as a Corporate Security Officer, ensuring the safety of corporate sites and assets. You'll manage security technologies, coordinate emergency responses, and support health and safety teams. This full-time role offers a dynamic work environment with opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Employee Discounts

Bonuses

Shares

Wellness Benefits

Qualifications

• Understanding of monitoring technology, CCTV, intruder, and fire systems.
• Proficient in alarm/CCTV software and report writing.

Responsibilities

• Monitor alarm systems and address issues daily.
• Coordinate with contractors and emergency services.
• Provide 24/7 security coverage and maintain records.

Skills

Communication

Analytical Skills

Organization

Time Management

Tools

CCTV Software

Microsoft Office

Google Applications

Job description

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Job Description

To offer a one-stop approach to all security-related issues across corporate sites, stores, and assets. The role involves managing security technologies such as CCTV, Intruder, and fire alarm systems, supporting the business through monitoring platforms, and liaising with external suppliers, stores, and off-site offices to ensure a secure environment.

To be the central point of contact supporting Retail facilities and Health & Safety teams out of hours, triaging store issues to ensure prompt resolution, whether maintenance or safety-related, thereby maintaining operational efficiency.

Salaries start from £28,251. Standard hours are 42 hours per week, Monday to Sunday, on shift work. Location: Radar Road.

Key Responsibilities

1. Monitor intruder, fire, and panic alarm systems daily, addressing issues and faults.
2. Coordinate with store staff, contractors, and emergency services as needed.
3. Arrange out-of-hours emergency contractor attendance.
4. Support Keyholding Company operatives, ensuring compliance with KPIs/SLA.
5. Ensure safety of staff and visitors, recommending physical security measures.
6. Provide 24/7 security coverage as part of the team.
7. Maintain records and conduct audits on security systems.
8. Perform weekly tests and compile reports.
9. Report equipment faults and support security investigations into breaches and fraud.
10. Assist with external event security as required.

Communication

• Communicate effectively at all levels, sharing vital information clearly.
• Demonstrate strong interpersonal skills, especially in resolving complex issues.

Essential Criteria

• Understanding of monitoring technology, CCTV, intruder, and fire systems.
• Proficiency with alarm/CCTV software.
• Highly organized with multitasking ability.
• Excellent report-writing, analytical, and time management skills.
• Competent in Microsoft Office and Google applications.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Knowledge of fire alarm, intruder alarm, and CCTV requirements.
• Ability to evaluate information and prioritize activities.
• Resourceful, creative, and proactive in supporting security initiatives.

About Us

Next is a FTSE-100 retail company with over 35,000 employees across the UK and Ireland. We are a leading fashion retailer and market leader in Kidswear, with over 500 stores and a global online presence in over 70 countries.

About The Team

• Employee discounts, bonuses, shares, and wellness benefits.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Support networks and health services.

All benefits are discretionary and subject to change. We support candidates with workplace adjustments; contact us via email or phone for assistance.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job functions: Other, IT, Management
• Industry: Retail