Head of Security

Praxis Facilities Management; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonus

Private Medical Insurance

Company pension

Life assurance

Cycle to work

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Praxis Facilities Management Ltd (PFM) leads on-site services for Praxis Real Estate Management managed properties, including security across St Enoch Centre in Glasgow. This Head of Security role owns the security function, leads a 3–4-strong security management team, and shapes how security operates at one of Glasgow’s busiest retail destinations.

You will take ownership, lead from the front and drive security strategy, risk mitigation and incident response in a high footfall environment with

Qualifications

• Significant security leadership experience.
• Experience managing large operational teams and security managers.
• Strong knowledge of risk, incidents, crime prevention and emergency response.
• Experience working with Police, emergency services and external stakeholders.
• Solid understanding of counter-terrorism and relevant legislation.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop 3–4 Security Managers and the wider security team.
• Set and deliver the Centre’s security strategy.
• Manage risk, crime prevention, incidents and emergency preparedness.
• Lead counter‑terrorism preparedness and Martyn’s Law compliance.
• Build relationships with Police Scotland, Glasgow City Council and emergency services.
• Oversee contractors, security systems, budgets and performance.
• Collaborate with tenants and Centre Management.
• Use data to continuously improve standards.
• Maintain a visible and professional presence across the Centre.

Skills

Security leadership

Risk management

Stakeholder management

Crisis management

Team leadership

Job description

St Enoch is one of Glasgow’s major city-centre retail destinations, spanning approximately 1 million sq ft and welcoming thousands of customers, tenants and visitors every day.

As the Centre continues to evolve, Praxis has made the decision to create a dedicated Head of Security position, giving security its own senior leadership and strategic focus.

This is a genuine opportunity to take ownership of the entire security function, lead an established team and shape how security operates across one of Glasgow’s busiest retail destinations.

We’re looking for someone resilient, proactive and comfortable operating in challenging environments, someone who can lead from the front, make sound decisions under pressure and bring people with them.

The challenge is significant. So is the opportunity. Take ownership of security at one of Glasgow’s busiest retail destinations and make a genuine impact on how the Centre operates, feels and evolves.

What you'll do:

You’ll have overall responsibility for security across the Centre, including:

• Leading and developing 3–4 Security Managers and the wider security team
• Setting and delivering the Centre’s security strategy
• Managing risk, crime prevention, incidents and emergency preparedness
• Leading counter‑terrorism preparedness and Martyn’s Law compliance
• Building strong relationships with Police Scotland, Glasgow City Council, emergency services and key stakeholders
• Managing contractors, security systems, budgets and performance
• Working closely with tenants and Centre Management
• Using operational insight and data to continuously improve standards
• Maintaining a visible and professional presence across the Centre

Who are we looking for?

We’re looking for a credible security leader with experience managing large-scale, high‑footfall and complex environments.

Your background could be in a shopping centre, stadium, arena, major conference or exhibition venue, transport hub, hotel, leisure destination or similar environment with similar security challenges.

You’ll bring:

• Significant security leadership experience
• Experience managing large operational teams and security managers
• Strong knowledge of risk, incidents, crime prevention and emergency response
• Experience working with Police, emergency services and external stakeholders
• Strong understanding of counter‑terrorism and relevant legislation
• Excellent leadership, communication and stakeholder management skills
• The resilience, judgement and confidence to operate in a challenging environment

Most importantly, you’ll take ownership, lead from the front and look for ways to make things better.

The Opportunity Ahead:

Praxis is growing, and so is the opportunity.

This role gives you the chance to establish and lead the dedicated security function at St Enoch, with the potential to play a much broader role as the business and portfolio continue to grow.

If you’re looking for a security leadership role with real ownership, scale and the opportunity to shape something, this could be the next step for you.

• Highly competitive salary DOE
• Discretionary bonus scheme
• Private Medical Insurance (medical history disregarded)
• Company pension contribution
• Life assurance
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme

About Praxis Facilities Management

Praxis Facilities Management Ltd (“PFM”) provides the necessary on‑site services to Praxis Real Estate Management managed properties which includes 400+ directly employed individuals covering management, operations, marketing, security, administration, maintenance, and cleaning.

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