Job Details

Principle Advisor Risk and Reporting 12-Month FTC
Guinea, West Africa

The Company
Our client is a market leader in their business sector with a global footprint, they seek a Principle Advisor Risk and Reporting to be responsible for providing verified information to support timely business decisions related to security risks. The Principle Advisor Risk and Reporting sits on the security leadership team and reports to the Head of Security. Using a variety of sources provides insights to support tactical decision-making and strategic analysis to inform business decisions.

The Role

• 12-Month Fixed Term Contract, 4 weeks on 2 weeks off rotation.
• To collect, confirm, analyze and interpret information regarding security risks.
• Write concise reports that cover security developments in Guinea and the wider Africa region that may have an impact on the business.
• Establish an extensive network of information sources with industry, society, NGOs and government.
• Provide threat warning notifications to the company as directed by the security department.
• Maintain accurate and geolocated security incident data.
• Demonstrate a deep understanding of political and tribal dynamics in Guinea.
• Work in collaboration with the CSP to validate the information.
• Perform an in-depth analysis of a specific interest as directed by security managers and the director.
• Maintain the country and site risk assessments in Company ‘Archer’ system.
• Monitor security trends to provide leading and lagging indicators to the Head of Security to permit adjustment to security posture.
• Deployment and management of a team of four local intelligence analysts.

The Person

• Previous experience in a similar role working as an advisor risk and reporting.
• Minimum 4 years’ experience working in information and analysis in the commercial sector.
• Report writing and presentation to senior level stakeholders.
• Previous experience in military or police intelligence units beneficial.
• Fluent in English and French an advantage.
• Experience working in West Africa essential.
• Criminal background checks required.
• Experience in managing data collection, integration and maintenance as well as in database development required.
• A solid understanding and experience of mining or construction operations beneficial.
• Ability to analyze and interpret GIS and environmental/social data.
• Ability to write clear and concise reports in English and preferably French.
• Experience Microsoft office suite, (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook).
• Ability to plan and organize, with attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Organization, method, good presentation, initiative, and autonomy.
• Previous experience of the Federal Response system preferred.

Job Details

Security Assurance Coordinator Excellent Package
Based Bristol with Hybrid working

This is a superb opportunity to work for our client a leading global tech organisation, they seek an emerging talent to work as Security Assurance Coordinator to help shape security across the organisation. In this role the successful applicant will be able to develop their knowledge and experience to ensure that programmes have a clear understanding of the risk that they carry, also providing the MOD authority with the security artefacts required, to gain accreditation of information systems. This is an outstanding opening with a clear career path to become a Security Assurance Coordinator through the support of a world class company.

The Role

• To Initiate MOD accreditation process, registering programme information systems on DART.
• Provide advice and guidance on government security policy and technical solutions.
• Establish and maintain programme security working groups that capture security concerns and manage risk.
• Ensure that the security deliverables are aligned to the project plan.
• Responsible to produce all security deliverables accreditation artefacts ensuring that requirements of the MOD authority (accreditor) are met.
• Escalate security concerns where required.
• Ensure that all Project security related risks, as identified by the Accreditor and/or SWG, are promptly listed on the Projects Risk Register and reviewed at each SWG meeting.
• Ensure that Programme security roles and responsibilities have been identified (SIRO, IAO).

The Person

• Knowledge and understanding of information security policy, standards, and guidance.
• Some experience of assuring IT systems in a secure government environment.
• Experience in generation of information security Risk Assessments, Risk Treatment Plans and Risk Management and Accreditation Documents RMADS, ISMS supporting commercial proposals, knowledge of MoD and HMG Information Security policies an advantage.
• Ability to plan, prioritise and manage own workload with limited day-to-day supervision, but know when to seek assistance/escalate.
• Experience of working within a regulated industry in information security environment.
• Experience of working to a recognised information security/risk management framework.
• Successful applicants are required to obtain relevant clearance SC to DV clearance.

Job Details

Principle Advisor Security Assurance 12-Month FTC
Guinea, West Africa

The Company
Our client is a market leader in their business sector with a global footprint, they seek a Principle Advisor Security Assurance to support alignment between project site and company offices, ensuring best in class security practices are put in place. Providing technical security scopes of work for new locations and facilities such as ports, rail lines and offices, to support two security managers.

The Role

• 12-Month Fixed Term Contract, 4 weeks on 2 weeks off rotation.
• Review and update all security policies, plans and procedures for the project and company office.
• Conduct audits of contracted Private Security Companies to ensure compliance.
• Draft technical security scopes of work for new locations and facilities ports rail lines and offices in support of the two security managers.
• Implementation of security measures by implementing partners at the port and rail yards.
• Tests plans and procedures through the arrangement of scheduled exercises.
• Maintain the security team action tracker and manage regular reviews, identifying obstacles that need support.
• Establish and maintain relationships with law enforcement agencies that can directly support office and accommodation locations.
• Conduct VPSHR risk assessments when necessary for interactions with PSF.
• Design develop and implement a comprehensive VPSHR training plan for security stakeholders on the project, including business partners.
• Provide close protection support to senior leaders visiting the site.
• Establish a mentoring and training program for local security supervisors to further their careers and ready for transition into senior roles within the security team.
• Provide assistance to WCS and other company partners security teams in terms of security best practice when required.
• Provide recommendations to the Security Director on gaps in security coverage at sites or suggestions for improvement to Standard Operating Procedures.
• Direct support to the Canga and Conakry Security Managers on behalf of Head of Security RTG

The Person

• Previous experience in a similar role working as a security lead managing teams and working with security vendors.
• Formal experience in security or military to NCO beneficial but not essential.
• Experience in the design and implement security framework, including Standard Operating
• Fluent in English and French an advantage.
• Experience working in West Africa essential.
• Criminal background checks required.
• Procedures for construction activity.
• Ability to produce Security risks reviews of areas, work sites and buildings.
• Management of private security contracts and procurement processes.
• Emergency response planning and exercises.
• Experience of self-verification, assurance and audit activity within the extractive and security industry.
• Ability to line manage and talent development security teams and security vendors.
• Diplomatic and able to build relationships with external suppliers and agencies.
• Experience developing capabilities of national teams.
• Security qualification would be beneficial but not essential.

Job Details

This is a great opportunity for an experienced Contract Security Manager to be instrumental for the security and safety for staff and visitors for this well-known location in Bristol.


Responsibilities include:

* Lead in the planning and preparations for emergencies, supported by risk assessments and documented, tried and tested procedures.
* Provide exceptional leadership, management and direction of all staff, make the best use of all available staff and their skills taking into account their health, safety and welfare, ensuring that all actions are compliant.
* In the event of an incident or emergency situation take charge, supervise and manage the situation applying the strategic aims and objectives.
* To grow, develop and lead all relationships with external agencies including local councils, police and other external agents. Build relations with senior members of internal stakeholders staff to ensure the highest standard of operational service levels are delivered by identifying and delivering solutions that add value.
* Ensure a high level of Customer Service is delivered and maintained at all times.
* Ensure that manning requirement is met on a daily basis and ensure that Workplace+ is fully up to date at all times.
* Ensure the required Training is delivered to all staff and the required Training Targets are met. This includes Site Induction for new officers, site specific Training Matrix and the client Training Programme.
* Ensure that all Disciplinary / Staff Welfare / Staff Performance Reviews / Time and attendance matters are dealt with in accordance with Mitie Policies and Procedures.
* Ensure that all contractual requirements are properly filled and escalate any concerns to the Account Manager / Director.
* Rapidly assimilate information from all available sources to enable a solution to the problem be reached. * Make significant strategic rational and objective decisions based on the current situational report ensuring that decisions and actions are documented, are effectively communicated and delegated to relevant parties.
* Remain flexible and applying innovative solutions to the changing dynamics of situations.
* Act as (when required) the Duty Manager for the centre, taking full responsibility for centre operation & ensuring the centre is operated in accordance with the standard operating requirements. Responsible for supporting and managing all of the centre operations both inside and outside of trading hours together with weekends.
* To initiate and manage regular reviews of the assessments of risk under Health and Safety at Work Act. Ensuring that corporate and departmental Health and Safety policies and procedures are implemented at all times.
* Keep abreast of the latest available technology and to make recommendations on the introduction of any suitable equipment/process. Manage contract supplies to include where required re-specify arrangements so as to optimize the cost, quality and efficiency of service.
* To provide clear and timely communication to client, Mitie and any other party on key issues that affect the business operation, customer and strategic service delivery.
* Ensure all incidents are logged and managed effectively through to completion.
* Ensure standards of dress, safety and presentation are maintained throughout the team.
* Ensure all required reports are completed fully in a timely fashion on all required platforms.
* To manage the recruitment process for all new staff and ensure the team is adequately resourced at all times.
* Management of Key Performance Indicators and service level agreements. These are to be reviewed on a Monthly basis with the site based client. All actions to recorded and completed in a timely fashion.
* Build a close and trusted relationship with all other parties including suppliers, Retailers and other internal/external stakeholders.


The Person:

* Strong experience of working within a similar position.
* A strong work ethic and the ability to lead by example allied with good interpersonal and social skills are all equally important.
* SIA Licenced and Security Management / Risk Management qualifications an advantage.
* Excellent client relationship management skills.

Job Details

Security Assurance Coordinator Excellent Package
Based Bristol with Hybrid working

This is a superb opportunity to work for our client a leading global tech organisation, they seek an emerging talent to work as Security Assurance Coordinator to help shape security across the organisation. In this role the successful applicant will be able to develop their knowledge and experience to ensure that programmes have a clear understanding of the risk that they carry, also providing the MOD authority with the security artefacts required, to gain accreditation of information systems. This is an outstanding opening with a clear career path to become a Security Assurance Coordinator through the support of a world class company.

The Role

• To Initiate MOD accreditation process, registering programme information systems on DART.
• Provide advice and guidance on government security policy and technical solutions.
• Establish and maintain programme security working groups that capture security concerns and manage risk.
• Ensure that the security deliverables are aligned to the project plan.
• Responsible to produce all security deliverables accreditation artefacts ensuring that requirements of the MOD authority (accreditor) are met.
• Escalate security concerns where required.
• Ensure that all Project security related risks, as identified by the Accreditor and/or SWG, are promptly listed on the Projects Risk Register and reviewed at each SWG meeting.
• Ensure that Programme security roles and responsibilities have been identified (SIRO, IAO).

The Person

• Knowledge and understanding of information security policy, standards, and guidance.
• Some experience of assuring IT systems in a secure government environment.
• Experience in generation of information security Risk Assessments, Risk Treatment Plans and Risk Management and Accreditation Documents RMADS, ISMS supporting commercial proposals, knowledge of MoD and HMG Information Security policies an advantage.
• Ability to plan, prioritise and manage own workload with limited day-to-day supervision, but know when to seek assistance/escalate.
• Experience of working within a regulated industry in information security environment.
• Experience of working to a recognised information security/risk management framework.
• Successful applicants are required to obtain relevant clearance SC to DV clearance.

Job Details

Our client is looking expand the team responsible for ensuring the security for this prestigious and unique location.  They are looking for dedicated security professionals who have excellent interpersonal and communication skills. 

Candidates must have a strong background in security ideally corporate security (police/military an advantage). 

The principal responsibility of the team is the discreet but effective provision of security throughout the Estate; oversight is achieved 24/7 by use of CCTV and alarm monitoring and recorded mobile and foot patrols, with particular attention to the main house and park in which it stands. In carrying out, duties operatives will be required to display the highest standards of integrity and discretion. Visitors, members of the public, media and all other employees and tenants will be dealt with courteously and diplomatically.

Duties consist of one week on – one week off -covering separate day and night shifts of 12 hours.
Four weeks leave and a standing payment to cover Bank Holidays worked
£32,000 a year- plus scope for overtime- food and clothing allowance
Accommodation provided for the week on shift with facilities to cook food
All operatives will need a clean UK driving licence
Ex Police an advantage
SIA accreditation
DB check, as well as other background checks, will be made on all candidates before commencing work