Security - Operational Support Officer

Raffles London at The OWO on London’s Whitehall, unites the allure and heritage of Raffles with one of the world’s most historic addresses with a name is synonymous with luxury, glamour, and extraordinary adventure. 

This fine Grade II* listed Edwardian building has been transformed with 120 rooms and suites along with a collection of 85 exceptional branded residences. Within The OWO destination there are a total of nine restaurants and three bars, including one by our signature chef Mauro Colagreco. The Guerlain spa and Pillar Wellness offer the latest in wellbeing, and a 600 seated-capacity grand ballroom, The Whitehall, is perfect for all kinds of special occasions and events.

Within these much-storied walls, where legendary statesmen and women once shaped the modern world, guests are now invited to discover new and inspiring emotions and connections. 

At Raffles, you arrive as a guest, leave as a friend and return as family. ​

Your role will be responsible for ensuring the security of all residents, guests and members who enter both the Residences and Hotel areas.

Working with the wider hotel team to secure the main entrances of the hotel and resident areas in guest focused areas. The role involves the ability to pre-empt and deliver a luxurious and high-quality level of service whilst managing delivery and service targets.

You will work in close contact with all other hotel departments to ensure a smooth and consistent service, surpassing the guests’ expectations.

Responsibilities

Operation

• Assist guests and residents whilst in the building, communicating clearly and friendly manner.
• To ensure the safety and security of staff and guests across the hotel and residential areas.
• To maintain security and safety systems and standards on the ground floor.
• Deal with emergency calls, and issues in a calm and effective manner.
• Patrolling and offering a friendly security presence in lobby, resident and guest areas.
• Reporting all lost property items.
• To report security risks and breaches.
• Escort guests and residents through the building safely.
• To laise with external suppliers and security matters.
• Performs other operational duties as required by management.

Why join our Raffles team?

Not only will you be joining one of the world’s best hotels you will also receive great benefits including:

• Staff meals whist on duty.
• Free dry cleaning for uniform.
• Employer pension contribution of 3%
• Enhanced sick pay.
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay.
• Life Assurance 1x salary
• Employee assistance program, including virtual GP and financial advice.
• Season ticket loans and cycle to work scheme.
• Colleague gifting to celebrate special occasions.
• Paid days off to move house or give back time to a charity of your choice.
• Internal learning and development programmes tailored to you.  
• Fun-filled events, whether that’s a pub quiz, team run or festive party.
• Employee benefit card offering discounted rates of up to 30% at Accor worldwide and Raffles London F&B outlets.
• Worldwide development opportunities across Accor’s extensive brand portfolio.

What are the Raffles Values?

Be You: Be creative, innovative, and enthusiastic, showing your personality and flair.

Be Kind: Demonstrates humility and generosity through emotional connection with colleagues and guests.

Be Happy: Consistently uplifting colleagues and guests through a joyful connection and positive personality.

Be Confident: Openly shares knowledge and skills with other colleagues to achieve excellence.

Have Your Purpose: Demonstrating care and responsibility within your role, to make a tangible impact on the business.