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Gallery Security Services Manager

The National Gallery
Facilities & Security
Facilities & Security
£46,671/Year
Full-time
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Description

Location
London

Hours
Full Time - 35 hours per week, operating within a 7-day rota including weekend working and occasional out-of-hours support as operational needs dictate.

Salary
£46,671 per annum

About the Role
We are seeking an experienced and proactive Gallery Security Services Manager to play a key role in delivering a safe, secure, and welcoming environment for visitors, staff, contractors, and the world-class collection. Reporting to the Health, Safety and Fire Risk Manager, you will support the delivery of security services across the Gallery, ensuring that security policies, procedures, and standards are consistently applied. You will oversee contracted security providers, maintain specialist security systems, support incident management and investigations, and contribute to the continuous improvement of security operations. Working closely with internal teams, contractors, emergency services, and external stakeholders, you will help ensure that the Gallery remains compliant with relevant security requirements while maintaining an exceptional visitor experience.

Requirements

Experience
Proven experience as a security manager operating in a complex, public-facing environment is essential. Experience managing contracted security providers and specialist security systems is highly desirable.

About you
You will be a confident and professional security manager with strong leadership skills, analytical thinking, and a commitment to excellent service. You are passionate about security and operational excellence, with the ability to work collaboratively with diverse internal and external stakeholders. Flexibility to work weekends and occasional out-of-hours shifts is required.

Qualifications
Relevant security qualifications and memberships are advantageous but not explicitly stated. A commitment to continuous professional development and adherence to security best practices is expected.

Expiry date: 18/10/2026
Gallery Security Services Manager
Company:
The National Gallery
Salary:
£46,671/Year
Job Type:
Full-time
Location:
London