Security Officer

Das Auswärtige Amt ist ein inklusiver und vielfaltsorientierter Arbeitgeber, der Unterschiede wertschätzt und Chancengleichheit fördert. Gesucht wird ein Security Officer (m/w/d) zur Gewährleistung der Sicherheit von Botschaftspersonal, Besuchern und Gebäuden in Berlin sowie zur Überwachung von Zutritt und Notfallmaßnahmen. Fließend Englisch (C1), Deutsch auf B1-Niveau, Erfahrung im Sicherheitssektor, Kenntnisse in Mailscannern und Röntgengeräten sowie hohe Integrität und Zuverlässigkeit werden vorausgesetzt.

This is a full time (40 hours a week), fixed-term 2 year contract with the possibility of a permanent contract subject to performance and funding. Salary €44,748.- rising to a maximum of approx. €50,265.- gross per annum after a qualifying period in addition to performance related pay (salary is not negotiable). Candidate must have pre-existing work authorisation in Germany in order to apply.

Staff recruited locally by the British Embassy are subject to Terms and Conditions of Service according to local German employment law.

Visa/work permit requirements: Candidates must currently hold the independent right to live and work in Germany and be prepared to ensure that right remains throughout the scope of the contract. Please note that it is your responsibility to ensure you meet the legal requirements to live and work in this country.

Equal employment

We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, colour, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability or gender identity. We particularly encourage applications from candidates with protected characteristics. The Germany Network wants to maximise the potential of everyone who chooses to work for us, regardless of their background.

Learning & Development

The British Embassy has a strong ethos of Learning and Development, including our Learning and Development Week. In addition, there will be many opportunities to attend external seminars and events on relevant issues. This is in addition to the induction programme offered to all Embassy staff.

The Embassy offers learning and development opportunities throughout the year and invites you to join committee led forums where you may have an interest and can help shape the organisations objectives.

The successful applicant will be encouraged to be actively involved in the corporate life of the Embassy, contributing to the wider objectives of the British Government’s Germany network and supporting the Embassy’s positive working environment.