Security Officer

1 month ago


Leicester, Leicester, United Kingdom Next Careers Full time

We are seeking a highly skilled Security Officer to join our Corporate Security team at Next Careers, based at our Radar Road Office.

About the role:

The successful candidate will be responsible for providing a one-stop approach to all security-related issues across corporate sites, stores, and assets. This diverse role includes daily management of multiple security technologies, such as CCTV, intruder and fire alarm systems, as well as supporting the business through the use of monitoring platforms.

Key Responsibilities:

  1. Daily monitoring of intruder, fire, and panic alarm systems across the estate to identify problematic issues and rectify the faults that occur.
  2. Liaising with store staff, third-party contractors, and emergency services where necessary.
  3. Assisting with booking emergency contractors to attend our stores out of hours for any emergencies that may arise.
  4. Advising The Keyholding Company operatives that attend our sites, ensuring compliance with set KPI's/SLA's.
  5. Ensuring the safety of staff and visitors on Next sites and recommending effective physical measures to enhance the integrity and security of the sites.
  6. Working with a team of Corporate security/Hub operatives providing effective cover 24 hours a day and 7 days a week.
  7. Assisting in all aspects of the security function across our estate and effectively reacting to any issues that may occur.
  8. Maintaining accurate records and carrying out audits on the access and Security systems that are in place.
  9. Carrying out weekly tests and reports.
  10. Ensuring that all equipment is in good working order and reporting any faults to the Security Supervisor.
  11. Assisting with security investigations into breaches of security and fraud conducted by members of Next staff, its contractors working in the employment of Next, and visitors as instructed.
  12. Supporting Next Plc with any external events that are organised where a security presence is required.

Communication is key to this role, requiring the ability to communicate effectively at all levels, passing on relevant information needed to take appropriate action without unnecessarily holding back vital information.

To succeed in this position, you should have:

  • A strong understanding of monitoring technology within the retail industry, notably CCTV, intruder, and fire remote monitoring.
  • An excellent grasp of alarm/CCTV software.
  • Highly developed organisational skills with the ability to multitask and prioritise activities.
  • Excellent report-writing and analytical skills with attention to detail.
  • Good interpersonal skills and the ability to liaise with colleagues at differing levels.
  • Strong written communication skills for reports, incidents, and presentations.

Salary: £26,568 per annum



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