Job Description

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Job details

Posted 25 November 2025
Salary 14.03
LocationGlasgow
Job type Full time permanent position
Discipline Guarding & Security Officers
Reference001707
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Job description

ASEL, design, develop and deliver fully bespoke and integrated security solutions, seamlessly bringing together people, technology and processes to achieve results-driven outcomes. As the original thinkers behind security risk modelling, which has revolutionised the industry, our business is underpinned by our risk advisory practice, which utilises data and insight to identify and mitigate risk, inform strategy, prevent crime and reduce cost. We believe that authenticity and transparency are vital to success, so our main objective is to always act with sincerity and integrity in order to provide a genuinely collaborative service, which customers can trust and believe in. ASEL is part of the Argenbright Holdings Group, a privately owned $2.2bn organisation founded in 1979 and headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia. Argenbright has decades of experience in aviation services, facilities management, BPO and technology and a heritage in security services across the USA and Europe.

Main Responsibilities

We believe that the best approach to deterring criminal activity is to understand the vulnerabilities and risk of each location, and bespoke our approach to effectively reduce risk. As a Retail Security Officer, you will be required to provide a visible deterrence, respond to incidents, complete incident reports and collaborate with the local authorities.


You will be expected to carry out all guarding responsibilities whilst in store, such as;


Retail security experience essential, ideally plain clothes but training can be provided to experienced uniform security officers. Working with industry leading technology, that provides alerts of suspicious behaviour, the role requires individuals who can exercise excellent judgement in a variety of situations. Conflict management trained is an advantage, but training will be provided to suitable applicants. Excellent customer service & communication skills are required. A range of interventions are required, based on the technology alerts, which may include detention of individuals, early intervention to recover goods & occasions where intelligence gathering only is appropriate. We support the value of local information gathering & collaboration & successful applicants will need to engage with business crime reduction initiatives and police. In all situations, safety of staff, customers and you are priority and A.S.C.O.N.E must be followed in all instances. There will be a requirement to cover a small group of stores. the pay rate reflects that reasonable travel will be required & travel costs will only be paid if you are required to travel outside of your agreed "cluster stores".
These roles present an excellent opportunity for experienced retail security officers to make that next career step by working with industry leading technology, an innovative retailer and a market leading security solutions provider.

Location: Glasgow, Scotland

Hours :

40 hours per week

Shift Pattern : 40 hours per week varied hours based on deployment

Hourly Rate : 14.03

The Person

To be an effective Security Officer, you will need to be a confident communicator as you will be required to provide detailed verbal and written accounts of criminal activity. You will need to be welcoming and patient with customers, and able to handle conflict in a professional manner.

Required Experience and Qualification

You must have a valid SIA licence to apply for this role. Previous experience of working in a Retail Security Role is an advantage but not essential as full training will be given.


Benefits of working with ASEL


SIA Licence Renewal Auto enrolment pension scheme Investment into training Perkbox incentive scheme which includes discounts and an employee assistance programme Company uniform provided
Applicants must be able to provide a full 5-year checkable work or back to school history. Should you be selected to attend an interview, please ensure you bring your right to work documents and a recent proof of address.

You must have a current SIA Guarding or SIA Door Supervisor licence to apply for this role

Due to the large number of applicants that we receive if you have not been contacted within 14 days of your application please assume that you have been unsuccessful

Equality & Diversity

ASEL values the diverse skills and experience of its employees and is committed to achieving equality of opportunity for all. Our objectives are that all individuals shall have equal opportunities for employment and advancement on the basis of their skills, aptitudes, and abilities.


ASEL is committed to the engagement and retention of the best possible talent and to creating an environment that encourages excellence through inclusion, equality, diversity, leadership, and management.

Responsibilities & Requirements

Job descriptions should be reviewed on a regular basis. Any changes should be made and agreed between you and your manager.


The above information is not exhaustive, and you are required to undertake such duties as may reasonably be required within the scope of the position and your capabilities.


All employees are required to act professionally, co-operatively and flexibly in line with the requirements of the position.

Benefits:

Perkbox recognition - rewards and discount platform Apprenticeship Employee of the month scheme 50 110% Club of outstanding performers who can receive large prizes and monetary rewards WageStream - a flexible wage application whereby you can pull your wages out sooner than payday EAP - Employee Assistance Programme Progression opportunities within the company Ongoing training
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