Covert Mobile Store Detective – Loss Prevention

Staffline; Greater London; On-site; GBP 48,216,000 - 52,349,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

5.6 weeks holiday per year

Workplace Pension Scheme

Progression training and development

Life assurance benefit

Contributory Healthcare Scheme

Eyecare vouchers

Employee Discount Schemes

Refer a friend scheme

Free uniform provided

Job summary

Staffline, in partnership with TSS, is seeking a Store Detective in Southwark. The role requires a valid SIA licence, previous store detective experience, and a strong understanding of retail loss prevention.

You will work across multiple local sites, travel as needed, and contribute to safe store operations. The ideal candidate is a confident communicator with a customer‑service mindset, capable of discreetly deterring theft and reporting incidents accurately.

Qualifications

• SIA licence required.
• 3+ years of store detective/retail security experience.
• Strong knowledge of loss prevention.
• Willingness to travel between sites.

Responsibilities

• Provide covert security and safeguard the client premises and staff.
• Be able to blend in and act discreetly.
• Travel between multiple local sites.
• Detain shoplifters safely and de-escalate conflicts.
• Observe and report incidents using reporting systems.
• Maintain a tidy security base and ensure uniform display of SIA licence.
• Follow fire and safety evacuation procedures.

Skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Tech-savvy

Team player

Job description

Staffline, in partnership with TSS, is seeking a Store Detective in Southwark. The role requires a valid SIA licence, previous store detective experience, and a strong understanding of retail loss prevention.

You will work across multiple local sites, travel as needed, and contribute to safe store operations. The ideal candidate is a confident communicator with a customer‑service mindset, capable of discreetly deterring theft and reporting incidents accurately.