Security Clearance Controller

About the role:

As our Security Clearance Controller, you will be the central point of contact for all vetting activity, managing applications from initial submission through to approval, transfer, renewal, or closure. This includes BPSS, DBS, SC, DV, and EL1 clearances.

You will collaborate closely with government vetting bodies, internal stakeholders, and applicants to ensure timely, compliant, and efficient processing. Alongside this, you will maintain accurate records, support audit activities, and ensure our processes align with governance, security, and data protection standards, including UK GDPR.

In this role, you will play a critical part in safeguarding the organisation’s ability to operate securely and compliantly. By managing the vetting lifecycle with precision and consistency, you will ensure that only appropriately cleared individuals access sensitive environment - directly supporting operational readiness, reducing organisational risk, and strengthening trust with external partners and clients. Your work will underpin a smooth, transparent, and robust clearance process that reinforces our wider security posture.

You will bring:

• Experience in an administrative, security, vetting, HR, or compliance‑based role
• Proven ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion
• Strong communication skills and a confident, customer‑focused approach with internal and external stakeholders/partners
• Excellent data entry and processing capabilities
• A solid understanding of data protection principles (UK GDPR)

• We put people first: We're proud of our friendly, inclusive and collaborative environment where everyone feels valued and driven to succeed.
• We are driven to achieve: Named in the top 50 companies to work by Glassdoor 2025. Recognised by Corporate Knights as one of the world's top 10 most sustainable companies 2025.
• We do what is right: Industry leading training and development as well as paid for professional subscriptions. A professional progression plan, supporting you to become chartered.
• We are better together: A supportive and collaborative team environment and wider ERG network (see more on our ERGs here: Stantec Employee Resource Groups)
• Growth: We're on an exciting growth journey across the UK - we want you to be part of it!
• Great Benefits: Competitive salary, bonus schemes, enhanced pension plan, annual leave with the option to buy/sell additional days, private medical insurance, group income protection & life assurance included as standard as well as discounted gym membership and lots more.
• Flexible working: Enjoy a healthy work-life balance with our hybrid approach to flexible working. Please note, we ask our full-time employees to come into the office 3 days per week.