UK Security Operations Manager

UK SECURITY OPERATIONS MANAGER

Location: Canary Wharf, London (E14 5GL)

Hours: 45 hours per week

Contract Type: Permanent, On-site

Are you a dynamic leader with a passion for operational excellence and security innovation? We’re looking for an experienced UK Security Operations Manager to take charge of security operations for a prestigious client’s UK estate—ensuring safety, resilience, and peace of mind across a complex, high-profile environment.

This is your opportunity to make a real impact in a role that demands strategic thinking, decisive leadership, and the ability to inspire a high-performing team.

Why This Role Matters

As UK Security Operations Manager, you’ll be the driving force behind the delivery of exceptional security services. Working closely with the client’s security leadership and our National Account Manager, you’ll oversee all aspects of physical security, business continuity, and crisis management - protecting people, assets and reputation.

What You’ll Do

• Lead & Inspire: Mentor and motivate a skilled security team, fostering accountability and excellence.
• Own Operations: Manage daily priorities, escalations, and shift coverage with precision.
• Be the Decision Maker: Take charge during critical incidents and ensure swift, effective responses.
• Build Partnerships: Maintain strong relationships with client leadership and regional managers.
• Deliver Excellence: Oversee physical security services—guarding, patrols, access control, CCTV, alarms.
• Plan for Resilience: Support business continuity and crisis management strategies.
• Investigate & Assess: Conduct security assessments and lead investigations when required.
• Ensure Compliance: Manage budgets, financial controls, and regulatory obligations.

What We’re Looking For

• Proven success in senior security leadership roles within corporate or blue-chip environments.
• Deep expertise in private sector security operations and risk management.

Why Join ISS?

At ISS, we’re more than a workplace and facility management company—we’re a global community dedicated to making the world work better. Our people are at the heart of everything we do, and we’re committed to helping you grow, thrive, and make a difference.

We offer:

• A challenging, rewarding career in a dynamic, inclusive environment.
• Opportunities for professional development and progression.
• A culture built on respect, diversity, and collaboration.

ISS is proud to be a Disability Confident Committed employer and an advocate for diversity and inclusion.

Ready to lead security operations at the highest level?

Apply today and be part of a team that connects people and places to create safer, smarter environments.