Vetting Advisor

Overview

AtkinsRéalis is one of the world's leading multi-disciplinary consultancy firms offering unparalleled opportunities for individuals in search of a rewarding career. We offer an opportunity to make a difference and to shape the world to benefit future generations and the environment. At AtkinsRéalis, we're proud to say that the great work we do is thanks to our people's diversity of thought, expertise, and knowledge. When you join us, you'll be a part of this genuinely collaborative environment, where everyone's voice is valued and treated equally.

Are you detail-oriented with a strong understanding of personnel security? Ready to play a key role in protecting our organisation while growing your career in a dynamic and supportive team? We're looking for a Vetting Advisor to join our fast-paced HR People Services Team, the face of HR across the business. This team delivers high-quality support to employees and managers, combining passion, precision, and compliance in everything we do.

Your Role

• Manage your own caseload of vetting applications, ensuring timely and compliant processing.
• Provide expert advice and guidance on vetting procedures to employees and stakeholders.
• Handle complex vetting cases with discretion and sound judgement.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation in line with statutory and audit requirements.
• Collaborate with colleagues across HR and the wider business to ensure vetting standards are upheld.
• Contribute to continuous improvement by identifying opportunities to enhance vetting processes.
• Liaise with third-party providers, clients, and vetting agencies to support seamless service delivery.
• Support reporting and analysis for the Vetting Manager and senior leadership.

About you

• Experience in personnel security vetting, preferably NSV and ONR.
• Strong customer service and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Ability to manage high workloads and adapt in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• High attention to detail and integrity in handling confidential information.
• Analytical thinking and confidence in managing complex cases.
• A proactive mindset with a focus on continuous improvement.
• National Security Vetting will be required to undertake the role (Essential).

Reward & benefits

Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive - at every stage of your life and your career. Enjoy competitive salaries, employee rewards and a brilliant range of benefits you can tailor to suit your own health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle choices. Make the most of a myriad of opportunities for training and professional development to grow your skills and expertise. And combine our hybrid working culture and flexible holiday allowances to balance a great job and fulfilling personal life.

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About AtkinsRéalis

We're AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.

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Additional information

Security clearance

This role may require security clearance and offers of employment will be dependent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance. If this is necessary, it will be discussed with you at interview. The vetting process is delivered by United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) and may require candidates to provide proof of residency in the UK of 5 years or longer. If applying to this role please do not make reference to (in conversation) or include in your application or CV, details of any current or previously held security clearance.

We are committed to creating a culture where everyone feels that they belong - a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop to be the best we can be. So, we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee resource groups to support all employees. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and ability.