Regional Security Advisor

Pertemps; London; Hybrid; GBP 36,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Pertemps is seeking a Regional Security Advisor to join the Protective Security team in London and Thames Valley/Home Counties. This role involves conducting security risk assessments, providing expert advice, and ensuring compliance with security standards. Candidates should have experience in risk management and excellent communication skills. The position offers a salary of £36,000 to £42,000 with a £4,500 car allowance, 26 days holiday, and a contributory pension scheme, fostering a supportive, inclusive work environment.

Benefits

26 days holiday, increasing to 30 with service

Contributory pension scheme

Annual Personal Medical Assessments

Benefits hub offering various perks and wellbeing support

Qualifications

• Experience in report writing.
• Experience in regulated environments such as utilities or government.
• Ability to communicate effectively at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Conduct security risk assessments across the estate.
• Provide security advice as a subject matter expert.
• Support incident response and audit operational sites.

Skills

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Risk management

Self-motivation

Education

BTEC Level 3 Advanced Certificate in Security Management

NPSA Foundation Course

Job description

We are currently recruiting multiple Regional Security Advisors to join our Protective Security team in London and the Thames Valley/Home Counties. As part of the Regional Protective Security Team, you will collaborate closely with site teams and stakeholders to ensure the physical security of our critical assets within designated areas.

You will serve as a link between regulatory guidance and the business, providing security advice and promoting adherence to policies and procedures across Thames Water. Your role is vital in maintaining the security of our people, processes, premises, and assets.

What you’ll be doing as a Regional Security Advisor

• Conduct security risk assessments across our estate.
• Perform security investigations and review compliance assessments, escalating issues as necessary.
• Provide security advice to Thames Water colleagues as a subject matter expert.
• Participate in testing and exercising security arrangements.
• Support incident response and risk register reviews; assist in auditing operational sites and systems.
• Monitor security KPIs and SLAs.
• Develop and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Promote security standards and policies, fostering a security-conscious culture.

Multiple locations are available for this role:

• Thames Valley/Home Counties: Swindon, Newbury, Reading, Guildford.
• London: North (Coppermills), East (Crossness), West (Ashford Common).

This is a 36-hour per week role, Monday to Friday, with travel across the Thames Water region.

What you should bring to the role

• Experience in report writing and good communication skills.
• Strong negotiation and influencing skills, with the ability to communicate at all levels.
• Experience in risk management, protective security, or related disciplines, with willingness to develop into a security role.
• Self-motivated, organized, and committed.
• Desirable: Security Institute (SyI) BTEC Level 3 Advanced Certificate in Security Management.
• Desirable: NPSA Foundation Course.
• Experience working in regulated environments such as utilities, government, or infrastructure; water industry experience is a plus.

What’s in it for you?

• Salary between £36,000 and £42,000, depending on experience.
• £4,500 car allowance.
• 26 days holiday, increasing to 30 with service, plus bank holidays.
• Contributory pension scheme.
• Annual Personal Medical Assessments.
• Benefits hub offering various perks and wellbeing support.

Learn more about our benefits and perks.

Who are we?

We’re the UK’s largest water and wastewater company, serving over 16 million customers daily. We aim to build a better future for all, supporting our communities, environment, and employees. We seek passionate, skilled individuals committed to making a difference.

Working at Thames Water

Thames Water offers a diverse, rewarding environment where every day presents new opportunities. Enjoy career progression, flexible working, and excellent benefits. Join us to make a meaningful impact and help protect water resources for future generations.

We are committed to diversity and inclusion, welcoming applications from all backgrounds and providing support throughout the recruitment process. We also offer opportunities to support customers directly during crises, with full training provided.

Note: Due to high application volumes, the vacancy may close early. We encourage prompt applications.