Corporate Security Officers - London

Corporate Security Officers - London


Company
European Industrial Recruitment
Location
London
Job Type
Full–time and Part-time
Posted
10 days ago
Via
via Totaljobs

Job Description
We have a range of permanent and relief Full-Time and Part-Time positions in and around London. The roles involve shift work, including weekends and Bank Holidays. Flexibility is essential for both scheduled duties and occasional emergency cover.

Salaries range from £12.75 - £18.00 per hour depending upon the role and the site

We require professional, flexible and attentive SIA licensed Door Supervisors and Security Officers to safeguard our Corporate clients in Central London. You will carry out regular checks of sites to identify, report and deal with any situations which could compromise security. You will be responsible for ensuring all areas are safe and secure, whilst providing a consistently high level of customer service.

Essential requirements:
• Frontline SIA licensed
• First class customer service and communication skills
• The right to work in the UK either by a valid visa or right to work documentation
• You must take pride in being articulate and well-presented at all times
• You must be able to handle difficult, pressurised, and/or emergency situations
• Working flexibility

Candidates with the relevant experience or job titles of; Corporate Security, Security Officer, Security Guard, Experienced Security Officer, Security, Security Enforcement Officer, SIA License, SIA Licensed Security Officer, CCTV, Security Support Officer may also be considered for this role.

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Security Guard Jobs

Q What is the National Living Wage rate for security guards aged 21 and over in the United Kingdom from April 2026?
As per HM Revenue and Customs, the National Living Wage for security guard roles in the United Kingdom is £12.80 per hour from 1 April 2026 for all workers aged 21 and over. Employers must pay this rate for all hours worked including overtime beyond 40 hours per week. Security guards on night shifts receive the same minimum rate with no separate uplift mandated.
Q Do I need an SIA licence to apply for security guard jobs in the United Kingdom in 2026 and how much does it cost?
As per the Security Industry Authority, every security guard in the United Kingdom must hold a valid SIA licence before starting work in 2026. The licence fee is £184 and remains valid for three years after passing the required Level 2 training course and criminal record check. Employers cannot legally employ unlicensed guards.
Q What are the maximum weekly working hours and annual leave entitlement for security guards in the United Kingdom?
As per the Department for Business and Trade, security guards in the United Kingdom cannot work more than 48 hours per week on average over a 17-week reference period in 2026 unless they opt out in writing. Workers receive at least 5.6 weeks of paid annual leave including bank holidays calculated on hours worked.
Q How much income tax and National Insurance will a security guard earning £25,000 per year pay in the United Kingdom in the 2026/27 tax year?
As per HM Revenue and Customs, a security guard earning £25,000 in the 2026/27 tax year pays £2,486 in income tax and £1,732 in Class 1 National Insurance contributions. The personal allowance remains £12,570 with the basic rate at 20% on earnings above that threshold up to £50,270.
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