Security Regional Director

Salisbury Group; England; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading security provider in the UK is seeking a Regional Director – Security Operations to oversee their Christchurch and Bournemouth operations. This senior role requires proven security management experience, exceptional leadership skills, and a commitment to building strong client relationships. Responsibilities include reducing agency reliance and ensuring compliance. Candidates must possess a valid SIA licence and be people-focused, with the ability to lead high-performing teams. The ideal candidate will align with the company's values of integrity and accountability.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a senior security management or regional leadership role.
• Track record of leading multi-site teams and driving operational standards.
• Strong people leadership skills, capable of coaching high-performing teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead operations across Christchurch, Bournemouth, and the wider region.
• Ensure exceptional service delivery and strong compliance.
• Reduce agency reliance and strengthen workforce planning.

Skills

Leadership skills

Client-facing skills

Budget management

People management

Integrity

Education

Valid SIA licence

Full UK driving licence

Job description

About The Role

At Atlas Security, we don’t just deliver security services, we create trust, build relationships, and make sure people go home safe and happy every day.

We’re looking for an experienced and values-driven Regional Director – Security Operations to lead our operations across Christchurch, Bournemouth, and the wider region. This is a senior leadership role with real influence, accountability, and the opportunity to shape the future of a growing, employee‑owned security business.

You’ll have overall responsibility for the performance of our manned guarding, key holding, mobile response, and control room operations, ensuring exceptional service delivery, strong compliance, and sustainable commercial performance.

As the senior regional lead, you’ll act as a key escalation point for clients and teams, setting clear standards, developing your people, and building a culture where ownership, integrity, and pride in our work are non‑negotiable.

A key focus of the role will be reducing agency reliance, strengthening workforce planning, and identifying opportunities to grow and enhance our service through long‑term client partnerships.

This is a hands‑on leadership role for someone who enjoys being visible, building relationships, and making things happen - not just talking about them.

About You

You’re a confident, credible leader with a strong background in security operations, ideally across manned guarding, key holding, or control room environments. You’re commercially aware, people‑focused, and calm under pressure.

You’ll bring:

• Proven experience in a senior security management or regional leadership role
• A track record of leading multi‑site teams and driving consistent operational standards
• Strong people leadership skills, with the ability to coach, develop, and retain high‑performing teams
• Excellent client‑facing and communication skills, with the confidence to manage escalations and build trusted partnerships
• Commercial understanding, including budget management, labour planning, and cost control
• In‑depth knowledge of SIA requirements, BS standards, health & safety legislation, and industry best practice
• The ability to make sound decisions with integrity, accountability, and professionalism
• A full UK driving licence and valid SIA licence(s) (or the ability to obtain them)

Most importantly, you’ll genuinely align with our values. You’ll take ownership, do the right thing even when it’s hard, and lead with honesty, kindness, and energy.

If you’re looking for a senior role where you can make a real impact, lead people who care, and be part of a business that truly lives its values, we’d love to hear from you.

About The Company

Atlas Security is a part of the Atlas Group and was launched in 2021. As one of the fastest growing security companies in the UK we are looking for the industry’s best talent to join us on this exciting journey.

We live by our purpose and values and expect everybody that works for us to share those – Our purpose is to create happiness – we show kindness and compassion and make sure everyone goes home safe and healthy.

We are Family – no matter our background, we care about one another.

Sharing Makes us Stronger – which is why we share everything – our ideas, our expertise, our news and most of all, our time.

Own Your Space – take responsibility and don’t be afraid to make decisions.

Be Honest, Always – have the courage to do the right thing, even when no‑one is watching.

Treat Clients like Best Friends – we take the time to listen to what’s going on in our clients lives and pull out all the stops to make them feel happy.

Start with Wow – and do not settle for anything less.

Don’t Just Talk, Do! We are a business that thrives on doing. The more we do, the more we succeed.

Atlas is a family of people drawn together by a passion for creating happiness in ourselves and others. The business is 100% employee owned, putting our culture and future success firmly in the hands of our amazing people. If this sounds like the kind of place you’d like to work then we would love to hear from you!