Security Lead

Sodexo; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A higher education institution in England is seeking a Security Campus Lead to manage security operations and ensure a safe environment for staff, students, and visitors. The successful candidate will have extensive security industry knowledge and excellent management skills, driving first-class security services across the campus. This role offers mental health support, employee assistance, and career development opportunities among other benefits.

Benefits

Mental Health Support

Employee Assistance

Health & Wellbeing App

Discounts & Financial Benefits

Retirement Planning

Career Development

Cycle to Work Scheme

Flexible Work Environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience in managing security services.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure.
• Experience working with SLAs and KPIs.

Responsibilities

• Manage security incidents according to site procedures.
• Ensure compliance with assignment instructions.
• Complete internal and external reports accurately.
• Monitor communications systems effectively.

Skills

Comprehensive knowledge of the security industry

High levels of integrity and resilience

Excellent people skills

Clear and concise communication skills

Detail-oriented report writing skills

Tools

CCTV systems knowledge

SIA licensing regulations

Job description

Are you ready to take the helm of a dynamic security team, ensuring the safety and wellbeing of staff, students, and visitors?

The University of Greenwich is seeking a proactive and diligent Security Campus Leadto oversee our security operations at the MedwayCampus. This pivotal role combines strategic oversight and hands-on management, ensuring that our campuses remain safe, secure, and welcoming.

As the Security Campus Lead, you will be the cornerstone of our security efforts, working closely with the Facilities Management & Workplace Experience Manager to deliver top-tier security services. You'll have the autonomy to shape the security landscape, from enhancing operational procedures to leading an adept team committed to excellence. With a focus on maintaining high standards and fostering a secure environment, this position is not just a job—it's a commitment to safeguarding a vibrant academic community.

If you are a seasoned security professional with a passion for excellence and a knack for effective team management, we encourage you to apply and help us keep the University of Greenwich a safe space for innovation and learning.

Working Pattern: Regular Monday through Friday schedule, with the expectation to conduct out-of-hours welfare checks as needed.

What you’ll do:

• Security Incidents dealt with in an appropriate and timely manner in accordance with site policy and procedure.
• Assignment Instructions are relevant and adhered to in all situations.
• Standard Operating Procedures are relevant and adhered to in all situations
• Security concerns highlighted, addressed and discussed with management.
• All internal and external reports required are completed in timely and accurate way.
• Effective monitoring of communications systems.
• Company and client policy and procedure adhered to.

For a full list of responsibilities please view the attached job description

What you bring:

• Comprehensive knowledge of the security industry including SIA licensing regulations
• High levels of integrity and resilience
• Ability to remain calm in difficult situations.
• Must be a competent people manager with excellent people skills.
• Confident at building client and stakeholder relations
• Clear and concise communication skills
• Extremely flexible and can-do attitude.
• Demonstrable experience to drive first class security services across the campus ensuring the safety of staff, students and visitors.
• Must have an awareness of working within SLA’s and KPI’s
• Knowledge and experience of CCTV systems and associated licensing
• Must have working knowledge of GDPR.
• A great eye for detail with excellent report writing skills.

What we offer:

Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater.You’ll belong in a company and team that values you for you; you’ll act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions; and you’ll be able to thrive in your own way. In addition, we offer:

• Mental Health Support: Unlimited access to an online platform for mental health and wellbeing.
• Employee Assistance: Access to support for everyday challenges, including legal and financial advice.
• Health & Wellbeing App: Enjoy a free app with rewards for healthy living, plus 24/7 virtual GP access.
• Discounts & Financial Benefits: Exclusive deals through the Sodexo Discounts Scheme, alongside insights and savings via the Salary Finance Platform.
• Retirement Planning: Join the Sodexo Retirement Plan to secure your future.
• Death in Service Benefit: Protection for your loved ones in the event of your passing while employed.
• Career Development: Opportunities for growth through a variety of learning and development tools.
• Cycle to Work Scheme: Promote a healthier lifestyle while helping the environment.
• Volunteering Opportunities: Engage in meaningful community support initiatives.
• Flexible Work Environment: Enjoy a dynamic workplace with competitive compensation.

We’re a Disability Confident Leader employer. We’re committed to changing attitudes towards disability, and making sure disabled people have the chance to fulfil their aspirations. We run a Disability Confident interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria for the job.