Senior Security & Response Manager

Closing Date2024-09-17Security Manager Location: Flexible, must be able to travel within the company’s area (from Isle of Wight to Kent) – Hybrid ApproachEmployment Type: PermanentHours: 37 hours per weekSalary: £70,000We are seeking a talented Security Manager (physical and personnel security) to join our team, stepping into the role previously held by a valued colleague who has transitioned internally. At Southern Water, we prioritize career growth and development, providing opportunities to progress within the company. Could you be our next leader in security? As the Security Manager, you will play a crucial role in promoting security throughout the business, ensuring that Southern Water's assets - including people, processes, and premises - are securely maintained and compliant with regulatory standards. You will build and maintain effective relationships with both internal and external stakeholders.In this role, you will oversee and manage the daily operations of the Operational Security Team, providing support and guidance to ensure team tasks are completed within KPI timeframes. You will be responsible for managing the workload of Security Advisors and Specialists, ensuring KPIs and proactive work streams are met, particularly regarding SRA and OR production. Additionally, you will provide the internal QA process prior to reports being distributed to the wider business.We are looking for someone with extensive experience in leading, guiding, and mentoring a security team through change, upskilling, and implementing new procedures within a regulated industry. Proven experience in remote/hybrid working and team management is essential, as well as a demonstrated ability to build excellent relationships with key internal stakeholders and negotiate effectively at senior management levels.While a BTEC in Security Management is beneficial, extensive experience in a similar role, in a regulated industry, managing multiple sites across a wide region is crucial. A valid driver’s license is also required.Join us in shaping the future of security at Southern Water while growing a team and safeguarding our assets. Please note that the successful candidate must be able to attain (or currently hold) National Security Vetting to SC level. Additionally, this role is part of an on-call rota, which includes weekends and bank holidays on a 1 in 7 basis.Why Southern Water? Southern Water is leading the transformation of Britain's water industry. Our mission is to provide water for life, enhancing health and wellbeing, protecting and improving the environment, and sustaining the economy. Under the leadership of our CEO appointed in 2022 and a new leadership team, we are executing a high-profile turnaround plan, investing heavily to improve customer services. We have ambitious plans to double our investment to £7.8bn over the next regulatory period (2025-30). Join us in making a difference!Please note that previous applicants need not to reapply #LI-JC1 #LI-Remote #LI-Hybrid