Area Manager – Security

Operations Manager / Area Manager – Security

Licenced Venues & Night-Time Economy

We are seeking an experienced and highly organised Area Manager to join our client’s growing security management team. This is a hands‑on operational role overseeing security services within the licensed venue and night‑time economy sector. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing personnel, maintaining client relationships, ensuring compliance, and delivering exceptional service standards across multiple sites.

Key Responsibilities

• Staff rostering and scheduling
• Site surveys and operational planning
• Recruitment and onboarding of security personnel
• Vetting and compliance checks
• Risk assessments and site-specific documentation
• Incident reporting and investigation management
• Managing grievances and disciplinary procedures
• Client liaison and relationship management
• Welfare and performance management of security teams
• Ensuring contractual and regulatory compliance
• Supporting operational requirements across days, nights and weekends

The ideal candidate will be:

• Have a minimum of 1 year of experience within a similar management role.
• Highly organised with excellent attention to detail
• A strong people manager with proven leadership skills
• Able to prioritise workloads effectively in a fast‑paced environment
• Calm, professional and decisive when dealing with reactive situations
• Confident handling of investigations, incidents and personnel matters
• Comfortable working flexible hours, including evenings and weekends
• Experienced within the licensed venue, hospitality or night‑time economy sectors (desirable)

What’s on offer:

• Competitive salary
• Career progression opportunities
• Supportive management team
• Dynamic and varied working environment
• Opportunity to play a key role within a growing business

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