Security / Loss Prevention Officer

We are recruiting a loss prevention officer for our client that can demonstrate the confidence, experience, drive, flexibility and determination to provide the highest standards of customer service, staff safety & asset protection within a busy retail environment. The role is based on a 5 day working week including some weekends. You will be part of a team working for an established luxury store. The ideal candidate will possess the following skills to deliver an effective and efficient service to the client. - Strong communication skills, both verbal and written - Excellent customer service skills - Assertiveness and confidence to deal with difficult situations - Capability to work on own initiative as well as being a team player - The ability to use CCTV and other monitoring equipment - A pro-active, “can-do” attitude - Frontline Door Supervision, Close Protection or Security Guarding Licence is essential, a CCTV Licence would be beneficial - A proven track record within the security industry or related services. As a security officer for our client you will be responsible for: - Ensuring the safety of colleagues and customers - The physical security of the store - Providing a polite, visible uniformed presence on the sales floor - Assisting the management team in store - Protecting and safeguarding the company assets - General Health and Safety in store You will be required to undertake all security duties within the store and work with management teams to ensure the service provided is second to none. These duties include, but are not limited to, - Protect customers and colleagues from physical and verbal abuse, - Deter violence, theft and public order offences - Respond to any incident or request for assistance on-site and assume control until the arrival of the Emergency Services or Duty Manager if required. - Reporting of all incidents Job Type: Full-time Salary: £25,000pa Experience: * security: 1 year (required) Licence/Certification: * SIA (required) Work Location: One Location