Graduate Security Consultant - London

Overview

Graduate Security Consultant - London

Hoare Lea is an award-winning, human-centric and planet-conscious engineering consultancy. We offer intelligent and sustainable solutions to complex design challenges for the built environment throughout the UK and further afield. We provide a wide range of engineering and consultancy services, including acoustics, air quality, building services (MEP), fire, lighting, security and sustainability. Our teams use technical expertise and problem-solving skills to bring buildings to life, ensuring designs are outstanding and operations meet communities' needs.

We are committed to an environment where everyone can realise their unique potential. Joining Hoare Lea offers opportunities for professional development, a 9-day fortnight scheme, diverse social and networking events, and extensive development schemes. Our benefits package includes private medical cover, an electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme, stock options, and up to 30 days of annual leave.

Whatever your ambitions, our aim is to enable everyone to develop their knowledge, give their best, and enjoy what they do.

Responsibilities

The Role - You'll work in each of our three distinct specialisms:

• Security risk analysis
• Physical security systems (e.g. designing hostile vehicle mitigation solutions, physical barriers such as secure walls, doors, fencing)
• Electronic security systems (e.g. electronic access control, video surveillance, intruder detection, and command and control equipment)

Your day-to-day tasks will vary as you are exposed to all aspects of our work to discover what suits you. You could be:

• Working on live projects from day one - view some of our exciting projects
• Working in sectors from healthcare to hospitality, mission critical to government works
• Developing security need assessments, security strategies and risk assessments to validate the need for security measures
• Calculating hostile vehicle impact energies and understanding manufacture specifications, standards and best practices
• Producing detailed designs with drawings, schedules, schematics and specifications
• Writing detailed staged reports and requirements
• Using computer software such as Bluebeam, CAD and Revit
• Presenting design options to clients or design teams
• Engaging in continuous CPD and learning opportunities

A good level of communication is critical as we liaise with project teams, meet clients or end users, and attend collaborative meetings. You will receive a dedicated mentor and supervisor and participate in comprehensive training to support your development with us.

What We Are Looking For

• An expected or achieved 2.1 or above in a relevant engineering degree or equivalent BSc qualification. A Masters or other relevant postgraduate qualification is an advantage
• Placement or work experience in a similar industry is beneficial but not required
• Understanding of Bluebeam, CAD / Revit or similar modelling software is advantageous, but training will be offered
• Attention to detail with a strong emphasis on quality and practicality
• Strong written communication, data handling, and ability to produce high-quality outputs using appropriate software
• Ability to achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) before appointment and willingness to undergo National Security Vetting if required
• Excellent communication, analytical and organisational skills, and the ability to manage your own time effectively
• Ability to work in a team and independently
• Friendly, ambitious, confident, flexible and resilient, with a keen to learn something new every day

How to Apply

To apply, complete a CV profile and submit your application. For hints and tips, click here. Please apply for one location for your discipline; if you are flexible with location, you will have the chance to select other location preferences at the telephone interview. If you apply for multiple locations, you will be considered only for the location you applied for.

Please note: We do not offer visa sponsorship for this graduate role. Only candidates already authorised to work in the UK (e.g. British/Irish citizens, EU Settled/Pre-Settled, ILR holders) will be considered.

Adjustments and Accommodations

If there are adjustments or accommodations that we can put in place to ensure you can participate and perform at any stage of the recruitment process (whether relating to disability, neurodivergence, or anything else) please let us know.

We are committed to enabling a healthy work-life balance and welcome applications from candidates seeking flexible working arrangements, including part-time, term-time-only, and remote working.

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