Aug 24, 2014

Close Protection Operative - London

Recruiter: SSR Personnel
Salary: $150,000 + comprehensive benefits
Location(s): London Based with Global AOR

Job description:
Close Protection Operative London based with international travel. C£90,000 + robust health and benefits package

A rare and exciting opportunity has arisen for a top tier CPO who is ready to take on the challenges of providing personal protection to an international business tycoon whilst he conducts his
international affairs. As the professional protection specialist, you will be responsible for the emergency preparedness and safety of the principal, whilst in the UK and globally.

You will be employed directly to the corporation in a salaried capacity, and although there will be periods of intense activity when you may be resident during lengthy assignments, when not required by the principal you will be afforded ample time off to compensate for the heavy travel schedule.

The emphasis of this role is soft skills. Due to the nature of the principals business and the regular interactions with heads of state, and international business leaders, a high degree of sophistication and discretion is needed. With this in mind, a well-travelled and educated individual with a strong understanding of different cultures, customs and protocols.

You will also need to work alongside and coordinate subcontractors in local regions, and therefore communicate and manage these effectively.

Candidate profile: Candidate Profile:

You must be an educated and experienced CPO with some degree of world travel and a good understanding of different cultures around the world. You must have demonstrable experience providing close protection for HNWIs both in the UK and internationally, within the corporate environment. Military or Police background is not essential, but a strong corporate background is highly desirable. You must have strong medical skills to a minimum of FPOSi. A European language would be preferred but not essential. You must be physically fit, possess excellent communications skills and be extremely well presented.


To Apply for this Vacancy send your CV to Robert Farlam-Jones on 020 8626 3112,
or by e-mail to rfarlam-jones@ssr-personnel.com, quoting reference