Security Officer

Global; Greater London; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Global is seeking a Security Officer to help protect people, visitors and property. You will work a 12-hour shift pattern, typically 07:00-19:00 on a four days on, four days off rotation, reporting to the Security Operations Manager.

As a Security Officer, you will manage access control, carry out patrols, respond to incidents, monitor CCTV and support the 24/7 security helpdesk while maintaining clear, accurate reporting and a safe environment across sites.

Qualifications

• SIA Frontline Officer licence and CCTV licence required.
• Experience with access control, CCTV monitoring and patrols.
• Ability to follow emergency procedures and guidance.

Responsibilities

• Manage access for staff, visitors and contractors.
• Carry out regular patrols and respond to unauthorised access or disturbances.
• Act during emergencies, including evacuations and lockdowns.
• Monitor CCTV and security systems; support helpdesk requests.
• Produce incident reports and handovers with clear communication.
• Collaborate with team to improve security processes.

Skills

SIA licences

Security experience

Emergency awareness

Communication

Customer service

Digital confidence

Sound judgement

Tools

Microsoft Office

Security systems

Job description

Accepting applications until:

13 November 2026

Job Description

Security Officer

Your Role: Security Officer

Reporting to the Security Operations Manager, you will help keep Global's people, visitors and property safe and secure. You will work a 12-hour shift pattern, typically 07:00-19:00 on a four days on, four days off rotation.

As a Security Officer at Global, you will:

Key Responsibilities

• Access control and visitor management: Manage access to site for colleagues, visitors and contractors using the relevant systems, while providing a professional and welcoming first point of contact.
• Site security: Protect people and property by carrying out regular patrols, responding to unauthorised access, damage or disturbances, and escalating concerns promptly.
• Emergency response: Act confidently and appropriately during incidents, including evacuations, building lockdowns and disturbances, following training, procedures and relevant legislation.
• CCTV and security systems: Monitor CCTV and access-control systems, support the 24/7 security helpdesk and respond to security and technology requests.
• Reporting and communication: Produce clear, accurate incident reports and handovers, ensuring important information is shared with the right people at the right time.
• Continuous improvement: Work positively with the wider security team to improve processes, maintain high service standards and support a safe environment for everyone.

What You'll Love About This Role

Think Big: Play an important part in protecting a busy, high-profile media and entertainment business.

Own It: Use your judgement and training to respond calmly and effectively when situations arise.

Keep it Simple: Provide clear guidance, accurate reporting and straightforward support to colleagues and visitors.

Better Together: Work closely with colleagues, contractors and teams across Global to keep sites safe and welcoming.

What Success Looks Like

In your first few months, you'll have:

• Built a strong understanding of site procedures, security systems and escalation routes.
• Developed positive working relationships with colleagues, visitors and key stakeholders.
• Confidently managed access control, patrols, CCTV monitoring and helpdesk requests.
• Demonstrated clear, timely communication and consistently high-quality reporting.

What You'll Need

• SIA licences: A valid SIA Frontline Officer licence and SIA Public Space Surveillance (CCTV) licence.
• Security experience: Experience of access control, CCTV monitoring, patrols and responding to security incidents.
• Emergency awareness: Confidence in following emergency procedures and applying relevant legislation and guidance.
• Communication and customer service: Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to remain professional and approachable in a wide range of situations.
• Digital confidence: Comfortable using Microsoft Office, security systems and in-house software to manage reports and requests.
• Sound judgement: Able to make timely, informed decisions, work reliably to shift requirements and contribute positively as part of a team.