Security Manager

LOCATION:
Oxford North

SHIFT PATTERN: 5 ON 2 OFF, 40 hours

SALARY: £37,500.00 per year

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ABM is seeking an experienced Corporate Security Manager to lead and manage security operations at Oxford North. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring a safe, secure, and professional corporate environment while delivering a high-quality security service in line with ABM and client expectations. This is a hands-on leadership role requiring strong operational control, excellent stakeholder management, and full compliance with UK security regulations.

• Manage all day-to-day security operations across the Oxford North site.
• Ensure security services are delivered in line with ABM standards, client requirements, and contractual obligations.
• Develop, implement, and review Assignment Instructions, SOPs, and emergency procedures.

• Lead, manage, and develop security supervisors and officers.
• Ensure all staff hold valid SIA licences, receive appropriate training, and meet ABM presentation standards.
• Manage rotas, annual leave, sickness, and staffing cover to ensure operational resilience.

• Ensure full compliance with SIA regulations, UK legislation, ABM policies, and client procedures.
• Conduct regular security risk assessments and site audits.
• Maintain accurate records including incident reports, investigations, and compliance documentation.

• Take command of security incidents, emergencies, and evacuations.
• Act as the main point of contact with emergency services and senior stakeholders.
• Conduct post-incident reviews and implement corrective actions.

• Act as the primary security liaison for the client and Oxford North stakeholders.
• Attend client meetings and provide regular performance and incident reports.
• Drive continuous improvement and support contract retention.

• SIA Compliance: 100% of security staff correctly licensed and compliant.
• Incident Management:
  Timely response and accurate reporting of all incidents (within agreed SLAs).Audit Performance:
  Successful completion of internal and client audits with minimal or zero non-conformances.
• Staff Performance & Retention:
  Reduced staff turnover and improved engagement levels.
• Client Satisfaction:
  Positive client feedback and service review outcomes.
• Cost Control:
  Effective management of overtime, absences, and operational costs within budget.
• Training & Development:
  Completion of mandatory and site-specific training across the team.

(Transparency: KPIs reflect standard ABM and industry contract performance measures.)

• Reports to:
  
  Operations Manager / Regional Security Manager (ABM)
• Direct Reports:
  Security Supervisors and Security Officers

• Valid SIA Licence (Security Guarding or Door Supervisor).
• Minimum 3-5 years' experience within the security industry.
• Proven experience in a security supervisory or management role, preferably in a corporate environment.
• Strong knowledge of UK security legislation and SIA standards.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and report-writing skills.
• Competent IT skills (incident management systems, Microsoft Office).

• SIA Level 4 or Level 5 Qualification in Security Management (or equivalent).
• Experience in corporate offices, business parks, or mixed-use developments.
• IOSH Managing Safely or similar health & safety qualification.
• Experience managing CCTV, access control, and visitor management systems.

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• Get Fit Programme
• Financial and legal support
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