Close Protection Operative
Posted 4 days ago by PSM recruitment Ltd
£65,000 Per year
Undetermined
Undetermined
London
Summary: The Close Protection Operative (CPO) role involves providing security for an Ultra-High Net Worth Principal and their family, requiring a high level of professionalism and operational awareness. The position includes responsibilities such as conducting threat assessments and logistical coordination, with a focus on both executive protection and residential security. The role demands flexibility and involves regular international travel. Candidates must possess a valid SIA Close Protection Licence and have a minimum of three years of relevant experience.
Key Responsibilities:
- Delivering close protection to the Principal and family across varied environments
- Conducting advance work, route planning, and logistical coordination
- Carrying out dynamic threat and risk assessments
- Maintaining situational awareness and protective surveillance
- Liaising closely with household staff and wider security teams
- Operating both independently and within a tight-knit team
Key Skills:
- Valid SIA Close Protection Licence
- Minimum 3 years’ experience in a CPO role
- FREC 3 / FPOS-I (or equivalent)
- Full, clean UK driving licence
- Strong physical fitness and professional presentation
- Verifiable references and ability to pass full background checks
- Willingness to undergo medical and drug screening
- Military background (infantry or specialist units preferred) - desirable
- Experience in RST (Residential Security Teams) or hostile environments - desirable
- Based within commuting distance of Oxfordshire / London - desirable
Salary (Rate): £65,000 yearly
City: London
Country: UK
Working Arrangements: undetermined
IR35 Status: undetermined
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: Other
CONFIDENTIAL CLOSE PROTECTION OPERATIVE (CPO)
Ultra-High Net Worth Principal / UK & Global Travel
Location: London & Global Travel (Oxfordshire-based)
Contract: Full-Time Contractor Agreement
Compensation: £55,000 – £65,000 + Benefits
PSM are recruiting an experienced Close Protection Operative (CPO) to join a dedicated private security team supporting an Ultra-High Net Worth (UHNW) Principal.
This is a high-trust, discreet position requiring exceptional professionalism, operational awareness, and flexibility. The role combines executive protection and residential security, with regular international travel.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Delivering close protection to the Principal and family across varied environments
- Conducting advance work, route planning, and logistical coordination
- Carrying out dynamic threat and risk assessments
- Maintaining situational awareness and protective surveillance
- Liaising closely with household staff and wider security teams
- Operating both independently and within a tight-knit team
What We’re Looking For
Essential:
- Valid SIA Close Protection Licence
- Minimum 3 years’ experience in a CPO role
- FREC 3 / FPOS-I (or equivalent)
- Full, clean UK driving licence
- Strong physical fitness and professional presentation
- Verifiable references and ability to pass full background checks
- Willingness to undergo medical and drug screening
Desirable:
- Military background (infantry or specialist units preferred)
- Experience in RST (Residential Security Teams) or hostile environments
- Based within commuting distance of Oxfordshire / London
What’s On Offer
- Structured rotation with 11 days off per month
- 30 days paid annual leave
- Opportunity to work within a high-level, professional security environment
- International travel exposure
- Additional benefits discussed at later stages
Important Information
Due to the confidential nature of this position, further details regarding the Principal, schedule, and operational structure will be disclosed during the interview process.
This is an excellent opportunity and if you feel you have the relevant experience, then please apply with an up-to-date CV. If you have not been contacted within a week, you should assume that you have been unsuccessful at this time.