Security Officer
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Position Overview & Specifications
We are currently recruiting for a Retail Security Officer to join our Millbrook store team in Southampton!
Our Retail Security Officer positions are full time, permanent positions and offer a great variety of shifts to work including in the daytime, evenings and at weekends.
Flexible with your hours but not able to commit to a full-time position? We recognise that the best talent may not always be available full-time, so if you’re looking for reduced hours but have flexibility with the hours & days you can work, we still want to hear from you!Full training will be provided, and SIA Badge not required – we want to hear from candidates with great communication skills, commitment and drive.
As a Retail Security Officer, you will work alongside our Store Management Team to meet loss prevention objectives and ensure the safety of our colleagues and customers. You will also:
- Observe and report any incidents in store
- Monitor CCTV footage, in line with company policy & procedures
- Adhere to and enforce Health & Safety guidelines
- Conduct internal investigations into stock loss, fraud and theft.
The role of Retail Security Officer can be challenging at times, but also rewarding and offer great progression within our Profit Protection and wider teams. Our ideal Retail Security Officer candidate will be vigilant, assertive and a helpful team player with a passion for security & delivering great service!
It is essential that applicants have the following:
- The ability to follow instructions whilst staying calm in pressured situations
- Effective communication, both verbal and written
- The ability to deal with challenging customers with professional behaviour at all times
- A balanced sense of judgement, Strong work ethics, honesty and integrity
B&M Retail are one of the UK’s fastest growing retailers and with our ongoing expansion plans; there really hasn’t been a better time to join us!
B&M Retail are an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse environment for all colleagues.
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General Merchandise & Superstores
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Security Officer roles across BM Stores's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General Merchandise & Superstores.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £11 - £11 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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