Security & Resilience Business Lead

Join Severn Trent in our Security & Resilience Department - We want to solve the challenges we have today as well as find answers to some of our industry’s bigger long-term challenges. Whether it's delivering water that is always good to drink, reducing waste in our processes with energy efficient technologies or improving visibility of the network, we are working day in day out to make it happen. If you want to do more because you care, we’d love to talk to you. There really is something for everyone here.

Our purpose is taking care of one of life’s essentials, but we’re also big on making a difference, not just because we should but because we care.

We are seeking an experienced and forward-thinking Security and Resilience Business Lead to guide the development and implementation of robust security and resilience strategies. This is a pivotal role, ensuring that our organisation not only complies with regulatory and statutory requirements, but also sets the benchmark for excellence across critical national infrastructure.

This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact within a high-profile organisation, as you lead key initiatives in partnership with both internal and external stakeholders. You’ll be accountable for shaping and embedding a security-conscious culture, delivering long-term security and resilience goals, and managing a dedicated team across a range of disciplines.

Do you have extensive experience, managing risks and/or physical security, along with excellent stakeholder management skills?

Sound like you?

EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW

As Security and Resilience Business Lead, you will lead the development and implementation of effective strategies, supported by robust policies, plans and procedures. You will drive consistency across the organisation, establishing governance to ensure these are followed.

You will ensure our critical national infrastructure remains compliant with all statutory and regulatory security requirements, while providing assurance on risk and delivery of business plans.

Engaging with key internal and external stakeholders – including Defra, DWI, Local Resilience Forums, Government bodies and NPSA – you will represent the organisation at both tactical and strategic levels, supporting national initiatives.

You will lead assurance programmes, manage internal and external audits, and provide insight into current security trends. You will also oversee security investigations, ensuring compliance with legal and data protection standards.

Finally, you will offer expert advice and assurance on physical and electronic security, supporting colleagues and projects across the organisation.


WHAT YOU’LL BRING TO THE ROLE


To succeed, you’ll have strong leadership experience in business continuity, risk and resilience, and in-depth knowledge of physical and electronic security systems. You’ll be confident managing stakeholders, interpreting risk, and delivering practical solutions.

Qualifications

Essential:

• Degree in Security, Risk, or Emergency Planning
• SC-level security clearance (or willing to obtain)
• Strong background in protective security, stakeholder engagement and security frameworks
• Full UK driving licence
   

Desirable:

• Experience in water industry security and SEMD
• Knowledge of NPSA, LPCB 1175, CAST
• Security qualifications (e.g. CISSP, PSP, CISM)
• Membership of recognised professional bodies
   

We welcome people from all walks of life and celebrate individuality as we know diverse minds, experiences and backgrounds help us to learn and better serve our communities. We want people who show up and get involve. Those who are ready to be part of something bigger and who want to make a difference because they care. Is that you?

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU

Working here isn’t just a job. You can build a career at Severn Trent. We’ll reward you for it, too. We have a range of benefits that recognise great work, and award-winning training to help you reach your potential. And we’ll also help you play your part in looking after the environment and the communities where we live.

With that in mind, here are just some of our favourite's perks that you’ll get being part of the Seven Trent family:

• 31 days holiday + bank holidays (and the ability to buy/ sell up to 5 days per year) 
• Annual bonus scheme (of up to 20% of base salary per annum based on company performance) 
• Company car allowance
• Leading pension scheme – we will double your contribution (up to 15% when you contribute 7.5%) 
• Sharesave – the chance to buy Severn Trent Plc shares at a discounted rate 
• Dedicated training and development with our ‘Academy’ 
• Electric vehicle scheme and retail offers 
• Family friendly policies 
• Two volunteering days per year 

WHATS NEXT?

We can’t wait to hear from you.
 

Before you apply, you’ll need an updated copy of your CV and about five minutes to spare. If you’re not too sure about what you need to do, or have a question about the role before applying, please do reach out to our amazing team of recruiters at recruitment@severntrent.co.uk.

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