Security Manager (CHEB26.063)

The British Government is an inclusive and diversity-friendly employer. We value difference, promote equality and challenge discrimination, enhancing our organisational capability. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We do not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, colour, ethnicity, gender identity, religion, sexual orientation, age, veteran status or other category protected by law. We promote family-friendly flexible working opportunities, where operational and security needs allow. The FCDO operates an agile workforce and to facilitate this, you may be required to undertake other duties from time to time, as we may reasonably require. Job Category Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (Operations and Corporate Services) Job Subcategory Security Job Description (Roles and Responsibilities)

The British Embassy in Berne is part of a world-wide network representing British political, economic and consular interests. We are currently recruiting for a  Security Manager .

The Post Security Manager is a key member of the Embassy’s Corporate Team and serves as the primary security lead for the medium-sized, cross-departmental embassy in Berne. The role’s main purpose is to ensure a safe and secure environment for embassy staff and visitors by setting and maintaining high standards in physical, technical, and personnel security. This will be achieved through strong collaboration with external Swiss services and U.K. corporate partners.

Additional responsibilities include :

• Transport Manager : overseeing drivers, fleet, transport policy, and contracts.
• Fire Safety Manager : lead fire and safety assessments and policies.
• Crisis Committee member : monitor risks and support crisis preparedness.

Candidates must show leadership, teamwork, and stakeholder management skills.

Roles and Responsibilities :

Security Leadership and Management (45%)

Guard Force and Contract Management (20%)

Transport, Logistics and Fleet Management (15%)

Health and Safety (H&S) Oversight (15%)

Crisis Preparedness and Response (5%)

These responsibilities will be reviewed on an ongoing basis in accordance with the changing needs of the embassy. The above is an indicative outline of roles and responsibilities required of the role. The FCDO operates an agile workforce. To facilitate this, you may be required to undertake other duties from time to time as we may reasonably require. For example, this could include the management of high-level official visits from the UK and / or supporting embassy events.

Essential qualifications, skills and experience

Desirable qualifications, skills and experience

Required behaviours Making Effective Decisions, Managing a Quality Service, Working Together Application deadline 1 March 2026 Grade Administrative Officer (AO) Type of Position Permanent, Part-Time Working hours per week 32 Region Europe, Eastern Europe & Central Asia Country / Territory Switzerland Location (City) Berne Type of Post British Embassy Number of vacancies 1 Salary Currency CHF Salary 6,166 Type of Salary monthly Start Date 16 April 2026 Other benefits and conditions of employment

This is a part-time and permanent contract of 32 hours per week inclusive of four compulsory 45-minute lunch breaks.  There is a 3-month probationary period, during which either party may bring the agreement to an end, in writing with 7 days’ notice.

Embassy opening hours are 0730 – 1830 hrs (Monday – Thursday) and 0730 – 1330 hrs (Friday).

Time off in Lieu is available in exceptional circumstances where staff are required to work beyond their contracted hours and where agreed in advance with line manager.

The role will periodically require shift work between 07 : 00 and 18 : 30, as well as out of hours working, in response to operational need and cover requirements.

Gross monthly salary is CHF 6,166. The annual leave entitlement is 25 days per year, increasing to 30 days over 5 years, and the Embassy also enjoys 13 Swiss / UK public holidays per year.

You will receive a 200 CHF per month Shift Disturbance Allowance and a contribution to health insurance of CHF 336 per month.

The successful candidate will be subject to professional background and security clearances before a contract is offered.

FCDO is committed to continual learning and development. The Embassy will provide funding in line with L&D requirements and a variety of learning and development is provided throughout the year both directly at post and virtually through the FCDO International Academy. There will be opportunities to attend training, lectures etc. on the job.

Visa / work permit requirements :   The successful candidate must have pre-existing work authorisation for Switzerland in order to apply. All applicants should have the right to live and work in Switzerland.

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. FCDO want to maximise the potential of everyone who chooses to work for us, regardless of their background.