Security Officer

2 weeks ago

London, Greater London, United Kingdom Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Security Officer to join our team at the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office in New York. As a Security Officer, you will be responsible for ensuring the safety and security of our staff, visitors, and premises.

Key Responsibilities
  • Reception duties, including meeting and greeting visitors, taking switchboard calls from the public, and managing access control to the offices.
  • Reception Guard duties, including staffing metal arch detectors, searching visitors' bags, and providing a security presence in the public reception.
  • Office Guard: Implement day-to-day security measures, including patrols, locking/un-locking procedures, CCTV monitoring, pass and access control, and programming.
  • Building Facilities Support working alongside other Corporate Services staff: carry out shared wider duties across the guard force, to help with office facilities support around health & safety measures, notices and paperwork, fire drills, extinguishers, first aid kits, equipment, security signage, key-holder and locks duties, and helping manage the mailroom.
  • Other ad hoc tasks as directed by Security and Corporate Service Managers.
Requirements
  • Demonstrated work experience in security/law enforcement/military, ideally office based.
  • Excellent people engagement skills and first-rate customer service, including a proven track-record in dealing with members of the public.
  • Experience of working public reception in an office environment.
  • A high degree of professionalism and strong ability to represent the UK government externally to visitors and other members of the public.
  • Adaptable, flexible, and energetic; ability to work well in a team and to work collaboratively to deliver shared tasks and help others.
  • Proven experience of Microsoft Windows 10 suite, including Outlook, Word, and Excel - as well as bespoke IT security, access control & CCTV systems.
  • Must be fluent in spoken and written English.
  • Must be a British, US, Canadian, Australian, or New Zealand citizen.
  • Must have the existing legal status to live and work in the US in your own right, from time of application.
Desirable Qualifications
  • Current holder of New York Security Guard Licence an advantage.
  • Previous experience of working in the diplomatic community, especially if in New York, is helpful.
  • Previous experience of office facilities work is useful, but not essential.
Working Conditions

The successful candidate will be required to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment, with a high level of professionalism and discretion. The role will require the ability to work independently and as part of a team, with a strong focus on customer service and security.

Benefits

The Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office offers a comprehensive benefits package, including generous leave, a choice of medical insurance, 401(k) matching up to 7%, extensive learning opportunities, and a great work/life balance.

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