Senior Security Manager

JR United Kingdom; City Of London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading security services company is seeking a Senior Security Manager in London to oversee security operations at a complex site. This role demands strong leadership, excellent decision-making skills, and extensive experience in security management, particularly in high-pressure environments. The candidate will be responsible for team leadership, policy development, and close collaborations with various stakeholders, ensuring the highest operational standards and safety protocols are maintained.

Qualifications

• SIA Door Supervisor Licence required.
• Experience managing security for complex sites essential.
• Flexible availability for shifts and out-of-hours support necessary.

Responsibilities

• Lead security operations at a large site, ensuring full accountability for strategy and performance.
• Recruit and manage a diverse security team for effective site coverage.
• Develop and implement security policies, risk assessments, and incident management.

Skills

Leadership

Decision Making

People Management

IT Proficiency

Emergency Planning

Education

SIA Door Supervisor Licence

SIA CCTV Licence

IOSH Managing Safely

Valid First Aid at Work Certificate

Job description

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Senior Security Manager, london (city of london)

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Client:

SSR Personnel

Location:

london (city of london), United Kingdom

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Other

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Posted:

16.06.2025

Expiry Date:

31.07.2025

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Job Description:

Senior Security Manager

London

Our client is seeking a high-calibre Security Manager to lead on security operations at a large, complex site. This is a senior role requiring a strong operational leader who thrives in high-pressure, high-visibility environments.

The Role:

• Full accountability for site-wide security strategy, operations, and performance.
• Recruit, train, and lead a diverse team including supervisors, front-of-house and CCTV operators.
• Develop and implement robust policies, Assignment Instruction, risk assessments, and emergency protocols.
• Oversee security systems and infrastructure: CCTV, access control, emergency response, and incident management.
• Lead incident investigations and reporting processes using client-approved formats and digital tools.
• Collaborate closely with project stakeholders, Police, neighbouring sites, and external agencies.
• Ensure full KPI delivery and accurate documentation uploads via the necessary platforms.
• Act as the designated emergency response lead (Bronze Commander) when required.
• Support community engagement, data protection, inspections, and key control protocols.

The Person

• Proven experience in managing security for large, complex, or high-risk sites, preferably in the construction sector.
• Flexible approach to working hours, including availability for weekend shifts, late shifts, and out-of-hours support when operationally required.
• Strong people management, leadership, and decision-making capabilities.
• Excellent IT proficiency with the ability to quickly adapt to and operate client-specific systems and digital platforms.
• Solid working knowledge of CCTV, access control systems, SOPs, and emergency planning.
• In-depth knowledge of construction site security risks, contractor management, and emergency coordination.
• Familiarity with compliance requirements, digital reporting tools, and multi-agency liaison.
• Confident in liaising with multiple stakeholders in fast-paced environments and maintaining high standards under pressure.

Minimum Qualifications & Requirements

• SIA Door Supervisor Licence – Mandatory
• SIA CCTV (Public Space Surveillance) Licence – Mandatory
• IOSH Managing Safely – Mandatory
• Valid First Aid at Work Certificate – Mandatory
• CSCS Card – Preferred
• SIA Close Protection Licence – Preferred
• SMSTS or SSSTS Certification – Preferred