Close Protection Officer – Mitie Protective Services (MPS)
As a Mitie CPO, you will operate within structured teams delivering high-level protective security to senior principals, government officials, and corporate leaders.
This role requires:
- Excellent judgement and decision-making
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to integrate quickly into multi-disciplinary teams
- Professionalism, reliability, and unwavering discretion
- High standards of personal presentation and conduct
- Willingness to work flexible hours, sometimes at short notice
Key Responsibilities:
- Deliver close protection in accordance with Mitie SOPs and client expectations
- Conduct dynamic risk assessments, route planning and threat mitigation
- Liaise professionally with principals, private offices and partner agencies
- Maintain situational awareness and manage security incidents appropriately
- Assist with logistical planning, recon, venue sweeps and advance work
- Uphold Mitie values, compliance obligations and professional standards
- Maintain accurate reporting, documentation and operational records
Essential Requirements:
- SIA Close Protection Licence
- Proven CP experience (government, corporate, diplomatic or media)
- Strong understanding of the UK threat environment
- Excellent written and verbal communication
- Full UK driving licence
- High standards of integrity, discipline and presentation
Desirable:
- Medical qualifications (FPOSi/FREC3/4, or equivalent)
- Experience on ministerial, corporate or HNW contracts
- Willingness to undergo MITIE BS7858 vetting and if required CTC / SC Govt vetting
What We Offer:
- Opportunity to work on some of the UK's most prestigious CP tasks
- Strong leadership, governance and support from the Executive Protection department
- Professional, respectful and transparent team culture
- Development pathways and training opportunities
- Competitive rates subject to deployment type
