Regional Security Specialist
Light & Wonder — Manchester, United Kingdom
Corporate:
Light & Wonder’s corporate team is comprised of incredible talent that works across the enterprise, defying boundaries to provide essential services in an extraordinary manner to ensure the success of the organization and the well-being of employees.
Position Summary
Light & Wonder are looking for a proactive and self-driven Regional Security Lead to join our team based in our Rubi or Manchester office. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in maintaining a safe, secure, and compliant working environment across our L&W facilities within a dynamic, global organisation.
In this role, you’ll support the day-to-day operation and maintenance of critical security systems, while working closely with the Global Security Projects and Systems (GSPS) team to ensure regional compliance with company-wide standards. You’ll contribute to audits, support investigations, and play an important role in the delivery of global security initiatives under the guidance of the Global EHSS Director.
As this role involves working with international teams, we kindly request that applications are submitted in English to ensure a fair and consistent evaluation process.
We're looking for people who are full of ideas, want to challenge the norm and work to our core values…
Dare to be Bold - We always bring courage to work to reach for the unbelievable.
Uphold Integrity - We promote accountability and respect to raise the bar for ourselves and the industry.
Never Settle - We relentlessly push forward to create the extraordinary in every detail.
Celebrate Perspectives - We combine diverse talent to look at the familiar in unfamiliar ways.
Win as a Team – We bring out the best in each other to share collective success.
What you'll do
Support the Global Security Projects and Systems Manager across security systems, investigations, and processes
Assist with the installation, operation, and maintenance of CCTV, access control, burglar, and fire alarm systems to ensure operational readiness
Promote and support compliance with all applicable security and regulatory requirements
Liaise with external contractors, vendors, and suppliers regarding maintenance and construction-related activities
Prepare and review reports to ensure investigations are completed thoroughly and effectively
Support safety and security audits, investigations, and global risk or threat assessments
Monitor and report any criminal or suspicious activity to the relevant authorities where required
Assist in training security officers on corporate safety and security procedures
Monitor life safety systems to ensure all equipment remains fully operational
Collaborate with the Risk team to support background checks for employees, contractors, and vendors
Coordinate the issuance of access badges for new starters across the region
Work closely with global security teams to ensure programme readiness and alignment
Compile data and key performance indicators to support continuous improvement of security systems
Support duty of care initiatives for global traveller safety and security
Assist with tracking and investigation of global deliveries where required
Provide general support across security projects and activities as directed by management
What you'll bring to the role
Proven experience working with regional or global security systems and programmes
Fluency in English
Strong working knowledge of CCTV systems (e.g. Avigilon), access control (e.g. ProWatch), and alarm systems (e.g. Tyco)
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (particularly Word and Excel)
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
A proactive, solutions-focused mindset with strong problem-solving capabilities
Experience in project coordination or management is beneficial
Highly organised, dependable, and capable of working both independently and as part of a team
A customer-focused approach with the ability to support and train others
As this role involves working with international teams, we kindly request that applications are submitted in English to ensure a fair and consistent evaluation process.
Please note, we are unable to sponsor visas at this time. If you require visa sponsorship now or in the future we will not be able to progress with your application.
This job description should not be interpreted as all-inclusive; it is intended to identify major responsibilities and requirements of the job. The employee in this position may be requested to perform other job-related tasks and responsibilities than those stated above.
Qualifications
Security Regulation training would be advantageous
How you'll grow
Gain exposure to global security operations within a highly regulated industry
Develop your expertise across a wide range of security systems, tools, and technologies
Build experience in audits, investigations, and risk management practices
Play an active role in shaping and improving security programmes and processes
What can we offer you?
Annual performance bonus
Up to 8% employer pension contributions
Company paid medical insurance
1 paid day off for charitable work
1 paid day off for your birthday or personal celebration
Half Day for Health (dedicated time for your wellbeing)
Employee Share Purchase Plan
Study Support
Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
Light & Wonder are an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourage applications from all walks of life regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.
If you are invited to an interview, please let us know if there are any reasonable adjustments, we can make to the recruitment process that will enable you to perform to the best of your ability.