Security Operative

Social network you want to login/join with:

Security Operative, London (City of London)

Client:

SSR Personnel

Location:

London (City of London), United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

8

Posted:

18.04.2025

Expiry Date:

02.06.2025

Job Description:

Security Operative – Ex-Forces Encouraged to Apply

Permanent | Full-Time | Immediate Start

Join a New Security Team – London

If you\’re a former member of the Armed Forces looking to bring your skills into a civilian career where purpose, structure, and teamwork matter—this is your next mission. We are assisting our high-profile client in helping them to build an agile and professional in-house security team tasked with safeguarding people, property, reputation, and operations.

This is not your typical security job. This is a long-term, career-building opportunity in a dynamic environment where your military training, adaptability, and situational awareness are highly valued.

Why Ex-Forces?

We value the discipline and problem-solving mindset that ex-service personnel bring. Whether you served in logistics, infantry, intelligence, or engineering—your operational experience makes you a perfect fit for this role.

Your Role

• Provide covert/overt security to key sites in London to provide a visible, professional security presence.
• Utilise advanced security technology and your own sound judgement to detect and respond to risks.
• Respond to incidents calmly and effectively, using protocols and dynamic decision-making.
• Safeguard people and assets while maintaining a focus on confidentiality and client reputation.
• Support team operations during periods of high demand or staff absence—your flexibility matters.
• Maintain accurate records of incidents, observations, and security activity.
• Adapt to a variety of security scenarios, drawing on your training and operational experience.

Ideal Background

• Military, law enforcement, or protective security background.
• Experience with access control, surveillance, patrols, or emergency response.
• Situational awareness and the ability to assess threats under pressure.
• Comfortable working independently and as part of a tight-knit team.
• SIA Licence preferred (The client can assist with licensing for the right candidate).
• Full, clean UK driving licence.
• Able to work rotating shifts, including nights and weekends.

What You’ll Bring

• Mission-focused mindset and a calm, controlled approach to pressure.
• High level of integrity, professionalism, and discretion.
• A proactive attitude and ability to make decisions on the ground.
• Confidence to engage with people from all walks of life, including VIPs and stakeholders.

Ready to serve in a new capacity?

This role offers more than just a job—it’s a chance to continue protecting others while building a civilian career with purpose.

#J-18808-Ljbffr