Job Description
Job Title:  Guildhall Security Officer
Posting Start Date:  01/07/2025

The job requirements are detailed below. Where applicable the skills, qualifications and memberships required have also been included. Workplace role categories describe our approach to workplace attendance

Salary: £31,120 - £34,180 per annum inclusive of all allowances
Contractual Hours: 38.5

Basis: Full-Time
Workplace category:Workplace-based 
Attachments: Job Information Pack

 

About us 

The Guildhall is home to the City of London Corporation.  As well as a busy event space it is the centre of Government in the Square Mile for the City of London Corporation.  The impressive interiors of our Grade I-listed landmark provide the perfect setting for any occasion, large or small, daytime or evening.  

The role 

We are looking for a professional and enthusiastic security officer to join a committed and dedicated team at the City of London Corporation, Guildhall. 

You will be part of a 24/7 security operation, providing a safe and secure environment for visitors, guests, staff and contractors. You will demonstrate a high level of motivation and enthusiasm, providing the very best environment for all of those that use our facilities. You will also deliver a high level of customer care, security awareness, and provide support to our visitor services frontline team.  

As a member of the security team, you will be required to greet guests, visitors and staff and undertake bag searches.  The role will require you to carry out regular patrols in and around the Guildhall, as well as operating a CCTV system and working in a command-and-control room. You may be a first point of contact for medical incidents and will support the emergency services in the event of incidents and occurrences which require their response.  

About you   

You will have an enthusiastic and professional security and customer care approach.  You must demonstrate high standards, be well presented and have excellent customer service and communication skills. You should possess a flexible approach to working and be aware that short notice changes of duties will be required.  You will have a clear understanding of equality, diversity and inclusion.  

You will be someone who thrives in a dynamic environment and is committed to delivering a top-notch service. We are looking for someone who can work both as part of a team and on their own. You will have a current SIA licence. You must be able to think, act and respond quickly and decisively in emergencies or when under pressure. You will be able to use your own initiative to identify better ways of working and to ensure you and the team deliver excellent customer service. 

The post holder will be offered voluntary overtime opportunities which is paid at an enhanced rate. The post also attracts a shift disturbance allowance. 

You have the benefit of a Local Government Pension Scheme, a generous annual leave provision, access a range of exclusive discounts through our Reward Gateway. Along with use of our employee assistance programme.  

Closing date: 12 noon on 15th July 2025

 

 

To apply online please click the Apply online button below.  

 

Alternatively, please contact 020 7332 3978 (24 hr answerphone) quoting reference number OSUR0667 if you experience any difficulties.  A minicom service for the hearing impaired is available on 020 7332 3732. 

  

The City of London Corporation is committed to Equal Opportunities and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. 

 

We reserve the right to close the advert earlier should we receive a high number of applications. 

  

Because our roles are so varied, we don’t have a ‘one size fits all’ policy for workplace attendance. How many days a week you’ll be required to attend your workplace will depend on the requirements of your role. It’s important that you understand the requirements before applying to ensure you are able to meet them. We are committed to considering requests to work flexibly and job share. Requests will be considered by the recruiting manager in line with our policies and business needs. 

 

For more information on our categories for workplace attendance, please view our guide here.   

 

We will be reviewing this policy and approach at regular intervals to ensure we’re meeting our attendance needs.