About this role
THE POSITION As the Local Security Manager for the UK and Ireland, you will support the day-to-day delivery of security activities across our four sites (London, Dublin, Winnersh, Pirbright). Working under the direction of the Head of Security & Crisis Management, you will help ensure that security procedures, site controls, checks, training activities and supplier actions are implemented effectively and followed through. This is a practical, operational role focused on coordinating activities, maintaining security standards and supporting local teams.
The position does not hold final strategic accountability for the UK and Ireland security programme. Note: This position is offered on a two-year fixed-term contract. Key responsibilities Support the implementation of site security procedures, standards and controls across UK and Ireland locations.
Assist with physical security arrangements, including access control, CCTV, visitor management, incident reporting and local site checks. Support security risk assessments, audits, compliance reviews and corrective-action tracking. Maintain accurate security records, action trackers and supporting compliance evidence.
Coordinate security awareness activities, including employee inductions, briefings, communications and local campaigns. Work with guarding suppliers, contractors and site teams to maintain agreed security service levels. Monitor security-related actions and follow up to ensure they are completed appropriately and on time.
Identify and escalate security concerns, incidents, overdue actions and service issues. Support investigations, incident response activities and local security improvements. Contribute to emergency response, crisis management, business continuity and operational resilience activities.
Requirements Experience in corporate or operational security, including physical security, investigations, risk management, or site security operations. Working knowledge of access control, CCTV, guarding services, visitor management, incident reporting, and security procedures. Experience supporting security audits, compliance activities, risk assessments, and corrective action tracking.
Experience managing or coordinating third-party security providers, contractors, or guarding teams. Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to work effectively across all levels of the organisation. Strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to drive actions through to completion.
Sound judgement, reliability, and the ability to respond effectively to incidents and changing priorities. Understanding of emergency response, business continuity, crisis management, and protective security principles. Experience in a manufacturing, pharmaceutical, life sciences, regulated, or multi-site environment.
Relevant security qualification preferred but not essential. WHY THIS IS A GREAT PLACE TO WORK Boehringer Ingelheim has been recognised as a Top Employer in the UK, demonstrating our commitment to building an exceptional workplace through strong people practices and supportive HR policies. To learn more about why BI is a great place to work, visit: Why Boehringer Ingelheim is a Top Employer | Boehringer Ingelheim UK