Corporate Security Officer

The Role:

At Next we have a great opportunity for a Corporate Security Officer to join our Security team at Glen House in London. The Security Solutions team offers a one stop approach to all security related issues across all corporate sites, stores and its assets. The role is diverse involving daily management of multiple security technologies namely CCTV, intruder and fire alarm systems. Regular engagement with external suppliers is expected as is regular contact with our stores and off-site offices. Daily liaison with the department’s security suppliers is vital to ensure Next’s property, people and premises remain protected within a secure environment.

What You'll Take On:

• Daily monitoring of intruder, fire and panic alarm systems across the estate to identify problematic issues and rectifying the faults that occur.
• Liaising with store staff, third party contractors and the emergency services where necessary.
• Assist with booking emergency contractors to attend our stores out of hours for any emergencies that may arise.
• Assisting and advising The Keyholding Company operatives that attend our sites ensuring compliance to set KPI’s/SLA’s
• Ensure the safety of staff and visitors on Next sites and to maintain and recommend effective physical measures to enhance the integrity and security of the sites
• Work with a team of Corporate security/Hub operatives providing effective cover 24 hours a day and 7 days a week.
• Assist in all aspects of the security function across our estate and to effectively react to any issues that may occur.
• Maintain accurate records and carry out audits on the access and Security systems that is in place.
• Carry out weekly tests and reports.
• Ensure that all equipment is in good working order, and reporting any faults to the Security Supervisor
• Assist 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.
• Support Next Plc with any external events that are organised where a security presence is required.

What You'll Bring:

• Highly organised with the ability to multi task and prioritise activities
• Able to communicate effectively and clearly at all levels within the organisation
• Excellent report-writing and analytical skills with attention to detail
• Good organisational and time management skills
• A positive attitude to dealing with people and taking on challenges
• A thorough understanding of alarm/CCTV software
• Competent in the use of Microsoft packages and Google
• A full UK driving licence is essential

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