Elite Security Officer

Elite Security Officer


Company
Interr
Location
Manchester
Posted
3 days ago
Via
via Indeed

Job Description
Retail Elite Security Officer - Manchester Trafford

Job description

Interr is an International Retail Security and Consultancy Company and we are privileged to work in partnership with some of the world’s best-known retailers across London and throughout the UK. As one of the top performing ACS accredited companies in the country, we put our teams at the forefront of our business, prioritising job satisfaction, career progression into Supervisory/Management roles and reward and recognition for our teams.

Interr is working with one of the most prestigious retail clients around the globe and we are looking for experienced Security Officers to join our team covering in Manchester.

Why work for Interr?

We look after our staff. Our dedicated and highly trained team member are here to help you from the day one!

· A very competitive rate of £15.00 per hour, paid monthly under PAYE.

· Access to up to 40% of your earned wages instantly through easy-to-use app.

· Company Pension Scheme.

· Paid breaks.

· Paid annual leave up to 28 days.

· Employee App – Access to shifts, Site specific documents and pay reports.

· Access to overtime hours.

· Various Training Programmes: Loss prevention, Customer Service, ACT etc.

· Career progression planning.

· Financial recognition awards e.g. Interr Employee of the Month, Quarter and Year.

· “Recommend a Friend Scheme” and earn extra bonus, no cap to how many Employees you recommend.

Requirements:

· Must hold an active SIA License.

· Must be fully flexible and able to work weekends.

· Excellent customer service skills.

· Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills.

· Experience in stock count and stock loss prevention.

· Thorough knowledge of stop and search of customer belongings.

· Take pride in being honest, punctual, well-groomed and having a smart appearance.

· Experience in High End/Luxury brands is advantageous.

· Other certifications and qualifications are considered advantageous.

· Experience in incident reporting.

Roles and Responsibilities:

Working for Interr you will take pride in maintaining the security of your site and the welfare of both staff and customers, playing a vital role in preventing and detecting theft and other crimes. You will be the first point of contact for anything security and health & safety related - an excellent opportunity to take ownership and autonomy for your site!

Reporting to your Management team you will represent our Client and provide a discreet presence, recording observations and incidents, liaising with your management team and relevant authorities.

We value all applications, however due to the volume of responses we are currently receiving we are only able to contact candidates whose skills and experience closely match our requirements.

We are an equal opportunities employer.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £15.00 per hour

Benefits:
• Company pension
• Referral programme

Ability to commute/relocate:
• Manchester, Greater Manchester: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Application question(s):
• Please name a few brands you have worked for as a security officer?

Experience:
• Retail security: 2 years (required)

Licence/Certification:
• SIA DS,CP,CP (required)

Work authorisation:
• United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person

Frequently Asked Questions

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Q What is the minimum wage for Security Guard Jobs in United Kingdom in 2026?
As per GOV.UK, the National Living Wage for security guards aged 21 and over is £12.50 per hour from 1 April 2026. Security guards working over 40 hours per week must receive overtime at 1.5 times the hourly rate. This applies to all SIA-licensed roles with no exceptions for night shifts.
Q Do I need an SIA licence to apply for Security Guard Jobs in United Kingdom?
As per GOV.UK, all security guards must hold a valid SIA licence costing £190 for a 3-year front-line licence as of 2026. Applicants require a Level 2 Certificate in Security Guarding and a clean criminal record check completed within the last 3 years. Without this licence, employment is illegal under the Private Security Industry Act 2001.
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As per GOV.UK, security guards are limited to an average of 48 hours per week over a 17-week reference period unless they opt out. Full-time roles include 5.6 weeks of paid annual leave per year including bank holidays. Night shift guards receive an additional £1.20 per hour premium in many contracts.
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As per HMRC, security guards earning £25,000 annually pay £1,486 in income tax and £1,872 in National Insurance contributions for the 2026/27 tax year. The personal allowance remains £12,570 with 20% tax on earnings above this threshold up to £50,270. Employers must deduct these automatically via PAYE.
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