Jobs in Sutton Maddock

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
If you have the operational expertise, leadership skills and drive to succeed in a challenging but rewarding environment, we would love to hear from you.
Apply now with your CV for a confidential discussion