Security officer

Mitie Cleaning & Hygiene Services; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

20% colleague discount (after a period

Company-funded SIA licence renewal

Share Incentive Plan

Save As You Earn Scheme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Life Assurance

Childcare Voucher Scheme

Job summary

Marks & Spencer is seeking a Security Officer at our Edinburgh store to protect customers, colleagues and products. The role requires staying calm under pressure, delivering excellent service and maintaining a secure store environment.

You will operate in a fast-paced retail setting and use store technology to support incident management. The position offers guaranteed 40+ hours per week, with a competitive hourly rate of £14.90 and a focus on customer service and safety.

Qualifications

• Previous security experience is preferred.
• A valid SIA licence is desirable.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• A calm, confident and professional approach.
• A proactive mindset with the ability to make sound decisions quickly.

Responsibilities

• Keep stores safe and secure, prevent loss and respond to incidents.
• Use store technology and body-worn cameras to support operations.
• Greet customers and provide professional support to customers and colleagues.
• Work closely with store colleagues to maintain high standards and a positive environment.

Skills

Security experience

SIA licence

Strong communication

Calm under pressure

Professional demeanor

Job description

Guaranteed 40+ hours per week

Join M&S as a Security Officer, where you'll play a vital role in creating a safe, welcoming and secure environment for our customers and colleagues.

This isn't just a security role, it's a role for people who stay calm under pressure, lead with professionalism and take pride in delivering great service while protecting our stores, people and products.

Location: M&S Lothian Road

Salary - £14.90 per hour

• At M&S, our customers don't wait. You'll operate in a fast-paced retail environment, staying alert, responsive and ready to step in when needed.
• Customer service is at the heart of the role. You'll create a welcoming store environment, greeting customers as they start shopping with us, while delivering professional support to both customers and colleagues.
• You'll help keep our stores safe and secure. From preventing loss and responding to incidents, to identifying risks and supporting safe ways of working, you'll play a key role in protecting the M&S environment.
• Being digitally confident is essential. You'll use store technology, including mobile reporting systems and body-worn cameras, to support store operations and incident management.
• You'll stay calm under pressure. Whether responding to challenging situations or supporting emergency procedures, you'll always act professionally and confidently.
• Being a team player is crucial. You'll work closely with store colleagues to maintain high standards, support operations and create a positive environment for everyone.
• Flexibility is vital. Retail moves fast and every day is different. You'll adapt quickly to changing situations to support the store when needed.

What We're Looking For

• Previous security experience is preferred
• A valid SIA licence is desirable, although not essential
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• A calm, confident and professional approach
• A proactive mindset with the ability to make sound decisions quickly
• A genuine passion for customer service and keeping people safe

Important Information

All candidates must be able to provide a 5-year checkable work history within the UK.

This is a role where service, safety and professionalism come together every single day.

Excellent Benefits

• £14.90 per hour
• Guaranteed 40+ hours per week
• 20% colleague discount (after a qualifying period)
• Company-funded SIA licence renewal
• Share Incentive Plan
• Save As You Earn Scheme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Life Assurance
• Childcare Voucher Scheme

We are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible to all. If you have a disability or long-term condition (for example dyslexia, anxiety, autism, a mobility condition or hearing loss) and need us to make any reasonable adjustments, changes or do anything differently during the recruitment process, please let us know by emailing at .