Security Vetting Specialist — Hybrid/Remote

Tatton Recruitment; Greater Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 31,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

World Class Defence Organisation is recruiting a Security Vetting Officer on a 12-month subcontract basis. The role is hybrid with 2 days onsite in the UK and the rest from home, based in Bolton or Stevenage. It involves coordinating security clearances, liaising with UKSV, and leading vetting projects within a fast-paced team.

The position requires experience with HMG BPSS and UKSV vetting, strong interpersonal skills, and meticulous attention to detail. IR35 status is Inside IR35 (Umbrella).

Qualifications

• Experience with HMG BPSS and UKSV vetting processes.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work under pressure.
• Professional meticulous approach with keen attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Support Recruitment in obtaining security clearances and checks for new employees.
• Manage confidential and complex vetting enquiries; be the point of contact for vetting issues.
• Liaise with UKSV and external agencies; update security clearances via external IT platforms.
• Lead departmental projects to meet deadlines and support Vetting Strategy implementation.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Work under pressure

Detail oriented

Can do attitude

Tools

Electronic Vetting Databases

Multi IT platforms

Job description

World Class Defence Organisation is recruiting a Security Vetting Officer on a 12-month subcontract basis. The role is hybrid with 2 days onsite in the UK and the rest from home, based in Bolton or Stevenage. It involves coordinating security clearances, liaising with UKSV, and leading vetting projects within a fast-paced team.

The position requires experience with HMG BPSS and UKSV vetting, strong interpersonal skills, and meticulous attention to detail. IR35 status is Inside IR35 (Umbrella).