Operational Risk Business Partner

We are looking to recruit an experianced security professional to provide our operational managers with advice and support on physical, electronic, and procedural security matters. This is a great opportunity for the right person as the National Trust has such an amazing range of places that all have security requirements in some form. Very few working days are the sameThe role covers our North and Midlands/East regions plus Northern Ireland and involves up to a couple of days travel each week with overnight stays if required, so you will ideally need to live centrally in the North / Midlands and must have a full UK driving licence. The travel is necessary, but what differentiates this job opportunity from others are the visits to the wonderous places we look after.Your nominated location will be one of our local hub offices, however home working arrangements that strike the right balance for you and the Trust will be agreed.
What it's like to work here:Our work environment is professional and supportive. In collaboration with our great team of regionally deployed Operational Risk Business Partners, you'll contribute to maintaining safe and secure environments for our staff to work in and our 5million+ members and the wider public to visit and feel welcome. You’ll regularly visit our amazing sites which are all looked after by passionate staff and volunteers that value support and advice from our Operational Risk team. The sites are all different and include historic houses with amazing art collections; countryside sites, including mountains, forests, coastline, plus shops, and cafes.
- What you'll be doing:You’ll be an important member of our Operational Risk function which provides professional guidance to colleagues on health and safety, fire, security, access, equality, and environmental compliance.
- You’ll be responsible for conducting scheduled security audits, advising on, and monitoring completion of security improvement projects, and acting as a security business partner to the properties, regions, and a variety of professional colleagues.
- Learning about security practice as it applies to the unique setting of the National Trust including museums and historic buildings, plus safety and security in the context of countryside management.
- You’ll work for the National Security Specialist for the Trust, and also be an integral member of our North Team of Operational Risk Business Partners.
- Who we're looking forYou’ll be a security professional with evidence of extensive formal training, qualifications, and/or experience, allowing you to work independently in role.
- A strong verbal and written communicator, you’ll be client-focused, and be able to demonstrate a pragmatic manner.
- A great relationship builder, you’ll have the confidence to coach and positively influence colleagues including senior managers.
- Strong knowledge of security systems, particularly all aspects of intruder alarm operations and CCTV, plus prioritisation of personal safety requirements.

The packageThe National Trust has the motto ‘For everyone, for ever’ at its heart. We’re working hard to create an inclusive culture, where everyone feels they belong. It’s important that our people reflect and represent the diversity of the communities and audiences we serve. We welcome and value difference, so when we say we’re for everyone, we want everyone to be welcome in our teams too.
- Substantial pension scheme of up to 10% basic salary
- Free entry to National Trust places for you, a guest and your children (under 18)Tax free childcare scheme
- Rental deposit loan schemeSeason ticket loan
- Perks at work discounts i.e. gym memberships, shopping discount codes, cinema discounts
- Flexible working whenever possible
- Employee assistance programmeFree parking at most locations
- Independent financial advice

Requirements :Compliance.Eligibility to Work in the UK
Permanent f/t (37.5 hrs pw)