Current Manned Security Vacancies

Below are some of the vacancies I am currently handling. For further details please contact me on 07791 590703 or email me at info@fairfordassociates.co.uk 

Below are some of my current Manned Guarding (Ops, sales, back office and Security Officer) vacancies I am handling. If none of my advertised vacancies appeal to you and you are looking for an operational management or sales role I can launch a proactive vacancy search for you. Using my extensive industry contacts I will seek out interesting opportunities that may not be widely advertised. You can be assured that whilst undertaking this type of search, your confidentiality will be retained until interview stage. Please contact us on 07791 590703 or email me info@fairfordassociates.co.uk if this service is of interest. 

Job ref FA01604 Rewards Lead Specialist
Salary: £28k-£35k
Location; Bingham, Nottinghamshire
I am working with a long-standing client to recruit a Rewards Lead Specialist. Based just to the west of Nottingham, they provide a wide range of business services including Security Solutions, Facilities Management, IT, Media, Data and Tele-Communications, and Recruitment functions. The role-holder will take ownership of the development, management, and growth of their rewards and incentives offering. This is a hands-on, commercially focused role for someone who understands how reward systems drive engagement, loyalty, and value. You will play a key role in shaping how rewards are structured, measured, and delivered, while building strong external partnership that enhance the overall proposition...Find out more

Job ref FA01604 Senior Finance Accountant
Salary: £30k-£40k
Location; Bingham, Nottinghamshire
I am working with a long-standing client to recruit a Senior Finance Accountant. Based just to the west of Nottingham, they provide a wide range of business services including Security Solutions, Facilities Management, IT, Media, Data and Tele-Communications, and Recruitment functions We are seeking a highly skilled and driven Senior Finance Accountant to join their dynamic finance team. This is a fast-paced role with high KPIs and expectations for accuracy, efficiency, and initiative from day one. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the company’s financial operations, delivering high-quality reporting, and supporting strategic decision-making. You must have proven experience using QuickBooks and be confident in taking ownership of financial processes without the need for extensive training. If you are a self-starter who thrives under pressure and can hit the ground running, we want to hear from you. This is an ideal opportunity for a candidate who is looking to develop their career (and salary) into head of department and director roles as the company continues to expand...Find out more

Job ref FA01603 Business Development Manager
Salary: £45k-£48k plus commission and bonus
Location: Sales area London and the SE, office based in Heathrow
I am working in partnership with a long established (over twenty-five years) provider of manned guarding and associated services. They are high performing holders of Approved Contractor Status and hold NSI gold medal accreditation. Their aim was to provide high quality, bespoke staffed security services to demanding and discerning customers throughout the United Kingdom. They provide a large variety of internal and external Security Options including: Security Officers, Mobile Services, Graffiti Removal, Electronic Security, Remote Monitoring and a newly launched Cyber Security Training division. The sales department within the company has a very open culture and is geared towards sitting down as a team and finding the best strategy to secure the business. So, for example a BDM may have strong relationships or knowledge of a particular client, sector or geographical area, this knowledge would be utilised in the best possible way to win a contract. As a company they actively create leads although the incumbent will be expected to have their own contacts. They have created a culture within the business that has resulted in extremely stable and supportive operational and sales teams. The position has an annual sales target of £1 million. Commission is paid at 1% to target, 1% bonus for hitting target and 2% above target (this is open ended). They are currently looking for an additional Business Development Manager to join their sales team, which currently consists of a Head of Sales, a full-time BDM and a hybrid sales/operations manager. The selling area will be London and the Home Counties. They have an enviable portfolio of well-known clients that includes educational establishments (such as halls of residence), high-end offices, hospitals, local authorities, financial institutions, logistics and manufacturing companies, although over the years they have gained experience in most sectors...Find out more

Job ref FA01602 HR Business Partner
Salary: £30,000-£40,000
Location: Nottingham
I am working with a long-standing client to recruit a HR Business partner. Based just to the west of Nottingham, they provide a wide range of business services including Security Solutions, Facilities Management, IT, Media, Data and Tele-Communications, and Recruitment functions. As a HR Business Partner, you will work closely with leaders and teams across the business to provide proactive HR guidance, support strategic people decisions and contribute to organisational performance. You will act as a trusted advisor, bringing commercial awareness and HR expertise to support workforce planning, employee relations, performance management and culture initiatives. This is a great opportunity for an HR professional looking to take a strategic step in their career, working across multiple business functions and helping shape our people strategy....Find out more

Job ref FA01601 Security Operations Key Accounts Manager 
Salary: £39,000-£40,000
Location: North East England
My client began operations over fifteen years ago. Head officed in the North-East they operate on a local, regional and national basis with a string of strategic local offices. They work for clients in every industry, public and private sector, delivering a broad range of services from security, facilities management and property services. They are accredited with SIA Security Industry approved contractor status for carrying out services of Security Guarding and Key holding. I am currently working with them to appoint an experienced and talented Security Operations Key Accounts Manager to oversee a portfolio of mixed contracts across the North-East. The role-holder will be responsible for managing a portfolio size of 3000-5000 weekly hours (90% security services/10% cleaning services - resource management and contract management only). The role requires the role-holder to build strong relationships with customers and to represent the company to understand customer needs and demands covering the services of Security Manned Guarding, Facilities management, Key Holding and Response Sector. You will report into the Senior Operations Manager for National Accounts and will manage a team of Supervisors and Controllers...Find out more

Job ref FA01600 Operations Manager
Salary: Circa £40k
Location: Nottingham
My East Midlands based client is a long-established holder of SIA approved contractor status, providing a wide range of manned security services on a nationwide basis for clients located from the south coast to the north east in sectors such as corporate, retail, educational and logistics/distribution. Their service offering includes static guarding, keyholding, alarm response, mobile patrols, CCTV monitoring and K9 security. I am currently working in partnership with them to appoint a hands-on Operations Manager to work closely with the COO. We are seeking a proven leader, ideally from a Police or Armed Forces background, who can bring discipline, operational expertise, and passion for excellence to their security operations. This Nottingham based role offers a great opportunity to join a growing organisation and where there is opportunity for personal growth...Find out more

Job ref FA01599 Senior Security Advisor
Salary: £43k-£45k
Location: Egham (For operational reasons candidates must reside within 40 miles of Egham)
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join a leading corporate security group who proudly holding NSI Gold and SIA ACS accreditations, along with compliance to ISO 9001 and key British Standards (BS 7499, 10800, 7984-1/3). Their services include keyholding, alarm response, mobile patrols, unlock/lock routines, static guarding, and control room operations. Their long-standing external security consultant moves on, they are now seeking a dedicated in-house Senior Security Adviser to oversee their security operations with a particular focus on operations, compliance and billing...Find out more

Job ref FA01597 Corporate Security Manager
Salary: £38,843-£40,000
Location: Oxford
My client was established over forty years ago to provide comprehensive security solutions for commercial and residential properties. They are currently collaborating with one of the leading pharmaceutical companies in the UK and a pioneer in their field. The role will involve supporting both my client’s Security Team and their Customer, they are looking to appoint an experienced and professional security expert who can effectively manage and develop a team of Security Officers as well as acting as the key point of contact for their customer...Find out more