Job Description

Security Guard

Contract: Professional Services, Production & Technology

Location: London, WC2A 1AF

Hours of work: 52

Working Pattern: 4 on / 4 off (7am - 7pm or 7pm - 7am)

Contract Type: Permanent

Are you passionate about safety and delivering an exceptional customer experience?


We are looking for a professional Security Officer to join the team at a high-profile corporate head office. In this customer-facing role, you will help create a safe, welcoming, and secure environment for employees, visitors, and contractors, while protecting people, property, and assets.

Key Responsibilities

As a Security Officer, you will:


Ensure the safety and security of the site and everyone on it Remain vigilant, identifying and reporting suspicious activity or potential threats Prevent unauthorised access and manage visitor entry Maintain full awareness of daily site activities, events, and updates Build positive, professional relationships with colleagues, reception teams, and customers Adhere to Health & Safety procedures, reporting any breaches or incidents promptly Conduct patrols, monitor CCTV, and operate security systems Work independently and as part of a wider team depending on daily requirements
This role is highly customer focused and requires an individual who can represent the security function with professionalism and confidence.

Professional and Personal Competencies/Qualifications

Previous experience in a corporate security environment Valid SIA licence: Door Supervisor (essential) and CCTV Licence (desirable) Experience with CCTV monitoring, patrols, and access control systems Strong customer service skills with a calm, approachable manner Excellent attention to detail and a consistent, reliable approach Confident using security systems and related technology A strong team player with good communication skills New recruits may be supported to enrol onto relevant apprenticeships for development

The Company

ISS is a world-leading workplace and facility management company, connecting people and places to make the world work better. Working with customers day by day, side by side, we understand every aspect of the user experience.


Through a unique combination of intelligent solutions, high standards and people who care, to help our customers achieve their purpose, whether it's hospitals healing patients, businesses producing the next great innovation, or airports bringing passengers home to their families. ISS is committed to doing business the right way, taking its corporate responsibility very seriously. Our passion is people.


We offer you a challenging and exciting career in an organisation with people at its heart. In ISS, everyone has the opportunity to develop, grow and make a difference. #ISSGreatPeople #ISSTalent #PeopleMakePlace


ISS is proud to be a diverse and inclusive employer.


ISS welcomes all applicants regardless of age, disability, gender identity or gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race (which includes race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin and caste), religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation or educational background.


We are a Disability Confident Committed (Level 2) employer, proudly supporting and promoting inclusive hiring practices in line with the UK government's Disability Confident scheme.


Our passion for inclusivity and diversity makes ISS a more creative, productive and happy place to work.


If you have any further queries regarding this role, please contact the Resourcing Team by emailing resourcing.team@uk.issworld.com


If you are interested in learning about other opportunities at ISS, please join our Talent community by clicking on the following link: TalentPlace


To find out more about what we do - https://www.uk.issworld.com/


Work Location: In person