Assistant Head of Security

Intercontinental Hotels Group

Assistant Head of Security

£48000

Intercontinental Hotels Group, City of Westminster

  • Full time
  • Permanent
  • Onsite working

Posted 3 weeks ago, 28 Aug | Get your application in now before you miss out!

Closing date: Closing date not specified

job Ref: 879948fd6faa416bbb910fc930b91554

Full Job Description

As an integral role within the business, you will support the Head of Security with creating, and executing, the hotel security strategies needed to ensure the hotel is maintained to the highest standards of security, including systems and processes, and that the building, and the persons within it, are always safe and secure.

As part of this role, you will help oversee the ongoing departmental training initiatives related to fire, life, and safety, whilst helping to drive compliance with the IHG Risk Management Calendar.

Having a good investigative ability is a must, as you will need to produce clear and detailed reports along with recommendations. You will help build an inclusive working environment where new ideas are welcome and best practices can be shared.,

  • To have held people leadership role in a hotel security department. In a property of a similar size, standard and complexity.

  • Working in all aspects of Security, including CCTV, and Person/ Building Protection.

  • SIA licence holder and First Aid trained.

  • Passionate about delivering great service and have a great understanding of Health and Safety.

  • In testing and record keeping for fire, life, and safety systems, taking remedial action on the fire risk assessments, working with contractors on technical services and projects,

  • Willing to learn new things and work as part of a wider hotel team.


  • Technical Skills & Knowledge:
  • Knowledge of appropriate hotel systems to support operational processes such as service optimisation tools (Quore/Hotsos/Knowcross) Building Management System, CCTV, HGEM, ProcureWizard and Quinyx

  • Has in-depth knowledge of brand safety standards.

  • Is up to date with critical issues, security updates, technology and other areas of concern relating to security management.

    We are committed to offer and provide our Assistant Head of Security with a competitive salary and a large range of benefits:

  • £48,000 per annum plus great IHG perks!

  • 31 days holiday each year, including bank holidays, this increases up to a maximum of 33 days (Pro Rated)

  • We provide every employee company sick pay and life insurance.

  • Subsidised childcare support.

  • Amazing discounts for our hotels and restaurants around the world

  • Discounts from over 15,000 stores - all the way from retail to cinema

  • Don't forget, bring your friends, and take part in our generous 'Refer a Friend' programme!

  • Most importantly, we'll help you grow, and develop you as an individual and inspire incredible.


  • At InterContinental London Park Lane, our ambition is to define our unique culture.
  • The kind of culture that inspires you to be all you can be.

  • An invitation to tap into your unique personality to deliver and achieve incredible things.

  • An expectation to play your part in empowering and inspiring others.

  • An opportunity to learn, grow and push what's possible.

  • The promise of a personal and professional journey

  • A place where everyone can belong and feel part of something bigger.


  • We are open 7 days a week 365 days a year and need people to work a range of shifts and days.