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Allied Universal Security Services
Allied Universal Security ServicesPosted Closes in 27 days · 18 Nov 2026

Area Security Officer

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About the role

Allied Universal are now recruiting for an exciting and challenging security officer position for a prestigious corporate contract in the City of London. This opportunity is to work with a leading global payment processing provider which will allow you growth and development in your Security career.

The successful candidate must hold a valid SIA Security Guarding or Door Supervisor License and have over 1 year experience in Security.

The successful candidate will need to pass the client background screening which will require a 10-year checkable employment and educational history so you may be asked questions based on this.

Contract Information

Pay Rate: £16.18 per hour
Hours per week: 0 hours a week. You must be fully flexible to cover any day of the week Mon-Sunday, including days/nights and weekends.
Shift Pattern(s): Days - 07:00 to 17:00 or 08:00 to 18:00 or 08:00 to 20:00 & Night - 20:00 to 08:00
SIA Licenses: Door Supervisor and Security Guarding

This is a zero-hour contract, and you will be based at your primary site in London but you will have the opportunity to work at numerous other Allied Universal and G4S sites in the London area.

To apply, please upload a detailed CV explaining your suitability for this role!

Your Time at Work

- To always provide a Professional Security Provision
- Provide excellent customer service and to meet and greet staff and visitors into reception
- Review and manage all visitors and guests who attend site and ensure their experience is always a pleasure.
- Conduct comprehensive patrols and be a visible presence around the site.
- Ability to deal with situations and incidents in a calm, confident and professional manner.
- Ensure you are aware of current AI.s, SOP's and H&S documentation in line with Client and AUS
- Confidently escalate and relay any emergencies and Incidents to line manager.
- Competent at completing accurate reports of any incidents/incidents in line with SOP
- To form strong relationships with onsite Facilities Team on site
- Various Admin tasks at the direction of the site supervisor
- Conducting site patrols and reporting any H&S issues found to the GSOC.

Our Perfect Worker

- Programs: Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Windows, Outlook
- Flexibility and Reliability to cover shifts at short notice- (e.g. 24hrs or less notice)
- Working knowledge of Access Control and CCTV systems
- Professional communication and high level of written and spoken English
- Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines
- To have integrity and respect for colleagues
- Exceptional time keeping and personal organisation for arriving ready for work.
- Ability to provide 1st class quality customer service

Key Information and Benefits

- Pay rate of £16.18
- Automatic enrolment into the company's pension scheme and staff discounts on several retail stores, restaurants, travel companies, and much more.
- We offer internal training and development opportunities in an excellent working environment.
- Opportunity to make a real difference in a position of real responsibility.
- Life assurance benefit
- Financial support for SIA Licence & renewal
- Contributory Healthcare Scheme
- Eyecare vouchers
- Employee Discount Schemes
- Progression, training & development opportunities
- Free uniform provided.
- Refer a friend scheme.

Job Ref: 1ALS

G4S are a recognised Disability Confident Leader Employer, committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. They prioritise accessibility, support, and opportunity for all employees. Join their diverse and empowering team today!

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Key details

Contract type
Permanent
Industry
Security
Trade
Security Officer
Job role
Security Officer Corporate
Client
Allied Universal Security Services
Posted
21 Oct 2026
Closes
18 Nov 2026
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