Security officer - M&S Bromborough

Mitie; Bromborough; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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 to protect stores, people and products while delivering excellent customer service. You will be visible in-store, stay calm under pressure, and work with colleagues to maintain safety and security using store tech and incident management tools.

The ideal candidate has customer focus, strong communication, and a proactive mindset. A valid SIA licence is desirable but not essential; expect a fast-paced retail environment with a supportive team.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Operate in a fast-paced retail environment, staying alert and ready to step in when needed.
• Provide excellent customer service and support to customers and colleagues.
• Help keep stores safe and secure, prevent loss, respond to incidents, identify risks.
• Use store technology, including mobile reporting systems and body-worn cameras.
• Stay calm under pressure and act professionally.
• Work closely with store colleagues to maintain high standards.
• Adapt to changing situations to support the store.

Skills

Security experience

SIA licence

Communication

Customer service

Decision making

Professionalism

Job description

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.

We're looking for confident, customer-focused individuals who can combine strong awareness with a warm and approachable attitude. You'll be a visible presence in store, helping customers feel supported while playing an important role in keeping the business safe and secure.

• -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

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.

• -£13.58 per hour
• -Company-funded SIA licence renewal
• -Share Incentive Plan
• -Save As You Earn Scheme
• -Cycle to Work Scheme
• -Life Assurance
• -Childcare Voucher Scheme