Day Security Officer
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Position Overview & Specifications
LSE is committed to building a diverse, equitable and truly inclusive university
Estates Division
Day Security Officers (multiple posts)
Salary from £24,724 to £27,848pa inclusive with potential to progress to £29,420pa inclusive of London allowance
As a Day Security Officer you will work in a stimulating environment dealing with a wide variety of issues; welcoming visitors, protecting life and property, and helping academics, staff and students. You will be part of a small team, responsible for reception, and the safety and security at a world-famous UK university which regularly attracts high status speakers.
Applications are invited for the posts of Day Security Officer working day, alternating and rotating shifts, including weekend working.
This job demands an ability to deal sensitively, effectively and efficiently with people, and your ability to resolve basic day to day problems.
Applicants must pass a physical assessment on employment, and on an annual basis, that ensures that they can safely conduct physical restraint and other safety related duties.
Applicants must possess good literacy and communication skills and be computer literate with a working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Outlook. You must be able to communicate clearly in the English Language.
Previous experience in a security position is essential.
We offer an occupational pension scheme, generous annual leave and excellent training and development opportunities.
For further information about the post, please see the how to apply document, job description and the person specification.
If you have any technical queries with applying on the online system, please use the “contact us” links at the bottom of the LSE Jobs page. Should you have any queries about the role, please email r.mulcahy@lse.ac.uk
The closing date for receipt of applications is 26 February 2023 (23.59 UK time). Regrettably, we are unable to accept any late applications.
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: Colleges & Universities
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Day Security Officer roles across LSE Jobs'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 Colleges & Universities.
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 £24,724 - £27,848 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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