At a Glance
- Tasks: Protect customers and assets while preventing theft in a busy retail environment.
- Company: Join a leading security solutions provider with a commitment to inclusivity.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, holiday, pension, and employee discounts.
- Other info: Be part of a diverse team with excellent growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in retail security and develop your career.
- Qualifications: 2 years of retail security experience and a valid SIA license required.
The predicted salary is between 16.25 - 16.25 £ per hour.
We are seeking a highly professional and experienced Retail Security & Loss Prevention Officer to join our team in Coventry. This role is ideally suited to individuals who have a proven background in retail security, loss prevention, and shrinkage reduction within busy retail environments. We are looking for confident professionals who can combine exceptional customer service with proactive theft prevention and store protection. Please note that applications will only be considered from candidates who have a minimum of 2 years' retail security experience.
Location: Coventry
Pay Rate: £15.50 - £16.25 per hour (dependent on experience)
Hours: Various
Shift Pattern: Various
SIA SG or DS License: Essential
Your Responsibilities
- Act as a highly visible security presence to protect colleagues, customers, stock, and company assets
- Proactively identify and prevent theft, fraud, and stock loss
- Support the delivery of store loss prevention strategies and contribute to shrinkage reduction
- Monitor and respond appropriately to suspicious activity and security incidents
- Conduct investigations and gather relevant information relating to theft and loss prevention incidents
- Produce accurate and detailed incident reports using digital reporting systems
- Build positive working relationships with store management and retail teams
- Ensure all site security procedures and client requirements are followed at all times
- Respond effectively to emergencies, incidents, and fire evacuation procedures
- Conduct staff and contractor searches where required and authorised
- Maintain professional standards of appearance, conduct, and customer service at all times
What We're Looking For
- A valid SIA Security Guarding (SG) or Door Supervision (DS) license
- A minimum of 2 years' retail security experience
- Previous loss prevention, store detective, or retail crime prevention experience
- Experience identifying and preventing theft, fraud, and stock loss
- Excellent communication and conflict management skills
- A professional, smart, and highly presentable approach
- Strong written skills with experience completing incident reports and documentation
- Confidence using digital reporting systems and mobile technology
- The ability to remain calm, observant, and decisive in challenging situations
Why Join Us?
Join us, part of the world's leading provider of security solutions, and enjoy genuine opportunities for career development and progression. From comprehensive induction training and on-site support to ongoing development programmes, you'll be supported every step of the way by an experienced management team.
Benefits
- 5.6 weeks holiday per year (8 of these will be in lieu of bank holidays, worked or not worked)
- Workplace Pension Scheme
- Progression training and development opportunities
- Life assurance benefit
- Contributory Healthcare Scheme
- Eyecare vouchers
- Employee Discount Schemes
- Refer a friend scheme
- Free uniform provided
Our client is a recognised Disability Confident Leader Employer, committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. They prioritise accessibility, support, and opportunity for all employees. Join their diverse and empowering team today!
About Staffline: Staffline is the UK's largest recruitment solutions partner, enabling over 35,000 people into good work every week. We operate at more than 420 customer sites across England, Scotland and Wales. As one of the most established recruitment agencies in Nottingham with operations across the UK, we specialise in connecting businesses with temporary and permanent jobs across warehouse & logistics, food and drink, aviation, driving, technical & engineering, manufacturing & automotive and security.
Important Information
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