Retail Security Officer
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Position Overview & Specifications
Job Title: Retail Security Officer.
Location: Huddersfield. Rate hourly: £9.50. Potential for overtime, seasonal, and holiday cover. Immediate start. Free uniform. 28 days holiday (inc Bank Holidays) Promotion prospects.
What we can also offer you – Comprehensive extra package scheme – cost free:-
- Generous wide ranging discount scheme – retail, cinema and fuel.
- Immediate access to 24 hour GP services, Mental Health support.
- Unique Upfront Pay Scheme
Ideal candidates:
- Must hold a valid Frontline Security Guarding or Door Supervision Licence with experience in a security or retail type role (knowledge of ASCONE is a distinct advantage)
- 5-year checkable history
- Hold a valid passport/work permit
- Must be fluent in English
- Able to deal with clients and their customers by always showing professional behaviour on site.
- Able to follow instructions whilst staying calm in a highly pressured environment.
- Able to report to emergency services and control room when required.
As a Retail Security Officer, you will be responsible for:
- Partnering with store management to meet loss prevention objectives
- Commit to the highest degree of professionalism and customer service
- Detect and prevent shoplifting, and ensure the safety of store employees
- Prepare case reports covering theft details
- Ensure high execution of company security measures
Why Brooknight?
- Brooknight Security is a privately owned company providing a range of security services to corporate customers, the logistics and distribution sector and retailers. With a nationwide presence, we are an established company and for more than 28 years we have provided services to a diverse range of customers. Our growth and success have been based on providing a first-class service while retaining values that are vital to building excellent customer relationships. We focus on trust, integrity, and a desire to deliver an exceptional service.
If you are looking for a role in Security and be a part of great team, we would like to hear from you - Apply online today
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £9.50 per hour
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Night shift
- Overtime
- Weekend availability
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Huddersfield: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- security: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- SIA (required)
Work Location: One location
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: Security & Protective
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Retail Security Officer roles across Brooknight Security'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 Security & Protective.
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 £10 - £10 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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