Close Protection Officer - Corporate Security; SIA Licensed

Close Protection Officer - Corporate Security (SIA Licensed Required) Job Description

Posted Sunday, June 28, 2026 at 10:00 PM

Crisis
24 is a global leader in security, risk management, and crisis response solutions, supporting organisations worldwide in protecting their people, assets, and operations across an increasingly complex risk landscape.

We combine intelligence, technology, and on-the-ground expertise to deliver proactive protection and real-time support to clients operating in high-risk and dynamic environments.

As part of this mission, Crisis
24 is seeking dedicated Close Protection Officers to join our Corporate Security team in London.

Location: London, UK (must live within commuting distance)
Department: Corporate Security
Job Type: Full-time | Monday–Friday

Must hold a valid SIA Close Protection Licence

We are seeking experienced Close Protection professionals with a strong security background who are ready to bring their skills into a high-profile corporate environment.

This London-based role requires individuals who are:

• Calm under pressure and composed in crisis situations
• Discreet, reliable, and consistently professional
• Strong communicators with excellent situational awareness
• Eager to work in a structured Monday–Friday environment with improved work-life balance

As a Close Protection Officer at Crisis
24, your responsibilities will include:

• Providing physical protection and a secure presence for corporate clients and key personnel
• Conducting site assessments and planning secure routes
• Acting as a first responder in emergencies and critical incidents
• Monitoring and reporting suspicious or unusual activity
• Ensuring adherence to corporate security protocols and standards
• Supporting secure transportation logistics, including driving duties where required
• Maintaining a constant state of readiness and professionalism

This role combines proactive risk mitigation with responsive crisis management in a structured corporate setting.

You will join a highly trained corporate security team within Crisis
24 and work closely with:

• Executive and administrative teams
• Corporate security leadership
• External partners and local authorities when required

This is a collaborative environment where communication, trust, and teamwork are essential.

• Proven experience in Close Protection or similar protective security roles
• Strong decision-making skills and situational awareness under pressure
• Valid SIA Close Protection Licence (mandatory)
• Full UK driving licence
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)
• Professional, discreet, and trustworthy approach

• Previous corporate or executive protection experience
• Military, law enforcement, or specialist security background

• Structured Monday–Friday schedule supporting work-life balance
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Opportunity to work with a respected global security organisation in a corporate environment