Work-Force
The organisation is recruiting a Armed Response Officer for its Brits operation. The role forms part of a wider legal and security jobs portfolio across North West.
The Role
This Armed Response Officer role has been briefed against a clear set of outcomes for Brits. The successful candidate will work alongside an established team and will be expected to contribute meaningfully to the legal and security jobs pipeline across North West.
Crucially, the organisation keeps reporting lines clean and expectations realistic. Performance is measured against a small, agreed set of metrics, and there are no surprise yardsticks for the Armed Response Officer taking on this position.
Stakeholders for this position include line managers, peers across the legal and security jobs team and trusted external partners. Building those relationships early makes the next twelve months in Brits much easier.
What We Offer
Equally, the hiring organisation may provide onboarding or skills development for this legal and security jobs role in Brits; the available support will be confirmed in the final vacancy details for North West.
Career development may be available depending on the role, business needs and the hiring organisation’s policies.
Beyond that, the role’s development opportunities, training and benefits, if offered, will be set out in the final vacancy details.
Career Growth
On top of that, this role can grow with you. Strong performers in the legal and security jobs team in Brits have moved into senior, supervisory and specialist positions, and that journey is supported through coaching, training and exposure to bigger projects.
Training is a mix of formal courses, structured on-the-job learning and exposure to broader projects, all geared at building practical skills.
Growth conversations happen at a regular cadence — not just at year-end — so the path forward stays current and realistic for every Brits team member.
Diversity and Inclusion
In addition, the organisation supports a respectful workplace. Applications are welcome from suitably qualified candidates across North West, and recruitment is intended to be fair and transparent.
Inclusive hiring extends through onboarding and into how teams operate every day. Respectful, fair conduct is expected from every team member in Brits.
B-BBEE compliance is more than a scorecard here. It informs how the business invests in skills development, supplier diversity and community engagement across the country.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Liaise with the Sheriff, Master’s Office and external counsel
- Compile accurate occurrence books and incident reports
- Maintain FICA and KYC records in line with regulatory requirements
- Monitor CCTV systems and respond to alarms and incidents
- Draft, review and amend commercial contracts and service agreements
Essential Criteria
- Valid driver’s licence where required for the advertised duties; transport arrangements should support the scheduled shifts
- Any checks required by law or the specific duties will be explained during the hiring process
- Able to perform the essential duties of a site-based security role safely, with reasonable accommodation where applicable
- Ability to remain calm and professional in high-pressure incidents
- Excellent attention to detail when reviewing documents and evidence
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- 2+ years’ relevant experience in legal or security operations
Candidates who meet most of these criteria are welcome to be considered for the role.