Job Description

Location: London

The Role:

The primary focus of the Bank Perimeter Security Officer will be the delivery of security tasks. As a Security Officer, you will be required to use your own initiative to respond to security issues and threats as they arise. You will be prepared to escalate issues to supervisors, security managers or above when appropriate. Being alert, motivated, vigilant and authoritative are key factors for this role, as well as an industry standard knowledge of security activities.





The Bank Perimeter Security Officer has a wide range of responsibilities such as:


Engagement with visitors and members of the public. Static guarding Internal and external patrolling Searching Examination of deliveries. Building protection Asset protection Emergency response First Aid

Role Requirement:

The Bank Perimeter Security Officer will report directly to the Bank Perimeter Supervisor. The requirement will be to work 8 hours, Monday to Friday, non-shift work. Successful applicants will need to possess excellent customer service skills a reasonable level of technical competency.

Minimum Criteria;

Applicants will need to be coolheaded, yet always ready to respond to both security and First Aid emergencies at a moments notice.


They will also need an inquisitive nature with a good level of attention to detail- picking up on the extraordinary, especially when monitoring crowd movements or searching packages or individuals for threats against the Bank.

Essential Criteria

Able to communicate well- both written and verbally. Flexibility, quick thinking and reacting immediately are key for this role Confident in dealing with visitors, VIP's, senior executives of the Bank Experience of monitoring and operating technical security systems A professional demeanour with sound judgment and integrity Ability to respond to security incidents and implement emergency procedures Willingness to cover for Supervisors when required

Desirable Criteria

A valid front line SIA Licence or current certificate of completion of SIA front line training Experience in delivering a professional customer experience would be advantageous Experience of working within a similar high demanding role would be beneficial

Our Approach to Inclusion

The Bank values diversity, equity and inclusion. We play a key role in maintaining monetary and financial stability, and to do that effectively, we believe we need a workforce that reflects the society we serve.



At the Bank of England, we want all colleagues to feel valued and respected, so we're working hard to build an inclusive culture which supports people from all backgrounds and communities to be at their best at work. We celebrate all forms of diversity, including (but not limited to) age, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, race, religion, sexual orientation and socioeconomic status. We believe that it's by drawing on different perspectives and experiences that we'll continue to make the best decisions for the public.



We welcome applications from individuals who work flexibly, including job shares and part time working patterns. We've also partnered with external organisations to support us in making adjustments for candidates and employees in the recruitment process where they're needed.



For most roles where work can be carried out at home, we aim for colleagues to spend half of their time in the office, with a minimum of 40% per month. Subject to that minimum requirement, individuals and managers should work together to find what works best for them, their team and stakeholders.



Finally, we're proud to be a member of the Disability Confident Scheme . If you wish to apply under this scheme, you should check the box in the 'Candidate Personal Information' under the 'Disability Confident Scheme' section of the application.

Salary and Benefits Information

We encourage flexible working, part time working and job share arrangements. Part time salary and benefits will be on a pro-rated basis as appropriate.



In addition, we also offer a comprehensive benefits package as detailed below:
Currently a non-contributory, career average pension giving you a guaranteed retirement benefit of 1/80th of your annual salary for every year worked. There is the option to increase your pension (to 1/65th) or decrease (to 1/105th) in exchange for salary through our flexible benefits programme each year. The Bank has the discretion to vary standard accrual rates and dial up and dial down rates at any time and to withdraw dial up and dial down options at any time. A discretionary performance award based on a current award pool. An 8% benefits allowance with the option to take as salary or purchase a wide range of flexible benefits. 26 days' annual leave with option to buy up to 12 additional days through flexible benefits. Private medical insurance and income protection.

National Security Vetting Process

Employment in this role will be subject to the National Security Vetting clearance process (and typically can take between 6 to 12 weeks post offer) and the passing of additional Bank security checks in accordance with the Bank policy. Further information regarding the vetting and security clearance requirements for the role will be provided to the successful applicant, and information about how the Bank processes personal data for these purposes, is set out in the Bank's Privacy Notice .



The Bank of England welcomes applications from all candidates, but as a UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) approved sponsor, we have a responsibility to comply with the Immigration Rules and guidance. As such, our ability to employ individuals who require sponsorship for immigration purposes is limited. The Bank cannot guarantee that you and / or the role you are applying for will be eligible for sponsorship and that any application made to UKVI will be successful. Eligibility will therefore be considered on a case by case basis.

The Application Process

Important: Please ensure that you complete the 'work history' section and answer ALL the application questions fully.

All candidate applications are anonymised to ensure that our hiring managers will not be able to see your personal information, including your CV, when reviewing your application details at the screening stage. It's therefore really important that you fill out the work history and application form questions, as your answers will form a critical part of the initial selection process.

The assessment process will comprise of two interview stages.

This role closes on 9th October.

Please apply online, ensuring that you complete your work history and answer ALL the application questions fully and in detail as your application will not be considered if all mandatory questions are not fully completed.