South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority
Corporate Security Planning Officer
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Corporate Security Planning Officer – Sheffield (Hybrid Role)
Hours & Contract
- Hours: 37 hours per week (full-time)
- Contract: Permanent
- Salary: Grade 8 – £39,153 – £41,772
- Location: Sheffield (Hybrid role, minimum of 3 days per week in the office)
About the Role
We are seeking a proactive and knowledgeable Corporate Security Planning Officer to join our Emergency Preparedness and Corporate Security team.
This key role will strengthen SYMCA’s organisational security, protecting people, services, and communities across South Yorkshire. You will support the delivery of a corporate security framework, ensuring resilience against evolving risks.
ℹ️ Vetting Required: NPPV3 clearance is mandatory for this role.
Applications must include a cover letter outlining how your experience meets the role criteria (refer to the attached role profile). All applicants must apply directly via our careers portal.
Key Responsibilities
In this role, you will:
- Support the implementation of SYMCA’s corporate security framework across all services.
- Develop and deliver risk assessments and security plans to mitigate identified threats.
- Contribute to organisational readiness through training, testing, and security exercises.
- Provide expert security advice to colleagues and leadership.
- Lead or support incident reviews to drive learning and continuous improvement.
- Collaborate with partners across South Yorkshire to share best practices and strengthen response capabilities.
- Play a role in security-related projects and broader organisational initiatives.
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This is a varied, collaborative, and influential role—giving you the opportunity to shape how security is embedded in SYMCA.
About You
You will be an organised, confident professional with experience in security, resilience, or related fields.
Essential Skills & Experience
- Security/resilience/risk management experience (in a supporting or delivery capacity).
- Knowledge of security frameworks, legislation, and best practices.
- Strong interpersonal and stakeholder management skills.
- Ability to assess risks and develop practical, proportionate solutions.
- Collaborative mindset with strong relationship-building abilities.
- Experience working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
You are motivated by protecting people and services, committed to continuous improvement, and dedicated to building organisational resilience.
Benefits
SYMCA offers a supportive, family-and-friend-focused work environment with a strong work/life balance and opportunities to make an impact.
Key Benefits Include:
✅ Pension Scheme: Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme. ✅ Flexible Working:
- Hybrid office/collaborative mode (minimum 3 days in-office).
- Flexible hours scheme with Flexi-Leave (credit/debit working hours).
- Part-time entitlements adjusted pro-rata. ✅ Leave:
- 28–36 days annual leave (plus bank holidays).
- Optional Annual Leave Purchase Scheme (extra 15 days available). ✅ Employee Wellbeing & Rewards:
- Discounts and perks via Reward Gateway.
- Cycle-to-Work scheme.
- Exclusive financial advice, wellbeing solutions.
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🙏 Training & Growth:
- On-the-job upskilling and qualifications.
- Reimbursement of Professional Membership Fees (where applicable).
Diversity & Inclusion
SYMCA is a diverse, inclusive organisation committed to equality of opportunity. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, including:
- Age
- Gender / Gender Identity
- Ethnicity / Disability
- Sexual Orientation
- Religion / Belief
- Socio-Economic Background
✔️ Flexible Working Rights: All employees may request flexible working arrangements from day one.
🚩 Accessibility: If you fall under the prevous Disabled Rights Act, and meet all essential criteria, you will be automatically invited to interview. Reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process are available—please contact recruitment@southyorkshire-ca.gov.uk for support.
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