Security Vetting Administrator

Atkins Search are currently recruiting for a Security Vetting Administrator to join a leading Tier 1 construction contractor.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a market-leading business with a strong national presence and an impressive portfolio of major projects across the UK. Based full-time on-site in Suffolk, you will play a vital role in supporting security clearance and vetting processes across a high-profile, security-sensitive environment.

With a substantial pipeline of secured work, a collaborative culture, and genuine opportunities for progression, this role is ideally suited to an organised and detail-focused administrator looking to develop their career within a leading construction business.

Our client is a highly regarded national construction business with an excellent reputation for delivering complex, high-value projects across the UK. They continue to secure prestigious projects within highly regulated and secure environments, requiring robust compliance, governance and security processes to support project delivery.

With a focus on quality, innovation and operational excellence, they have established themselves as one of the UK's most respected contractors. Their people-first approach, commitment to career development and collaborative culture make this an excellent opportunity for an ambitious administrator looking to develop within a security-focused environment.

• Leading Tier 1 construction contractor
• Major project portfolio across multiple sectors
• Involvement in high-profile and security-sensitive projects
• Excellent reputation for quality and delivery
• Long-standing relationships with public and private sector clients
• Commitment to compliance, governance and operational excellence
• Genuine career progression opportunities
• Full-time site-based role in Suffolk
• Collaborative and supportive working environment
• Strong pipeline of secured projects

As Security Vetting Administrator, you will be responsible for managing and coordinating security clearance and vetting processes, ensuring all personnel, subcontractors and visitors meet the requirements necessary to access secure project environments.

Working closely with project teams, HR, compliance professionals, site management and external stakeholders, you will ensure vetting applications are processed accurately, documentation is maintained, and compliance requirements are consistently met.

This is a highly administrative role requiring exceptional attention to detail, strong organisational skills and the ability to manage sensitive information with discretion and professionalism.

• Managing security vetting and clearance applications for employees, subcontractors and visitors
• Supporting individuals throughout the security clearance process
• Reviewing and validating documentation to ensure compliance with security requirements
• Maintaining accurate personnel records and vetting databases
• Monitoring security clearance expiry dates and coordinating renewals
• Liaising with government bodies, client representatives and internal stakeholders regarding vetting applications
• Ensuring all records are maintained in accordance with data protection and security protocols
• Producing reports and updates on vetting status and compliance metrics
• Supporting onboarding processes for personnel requiring access to secure sites
• Managing confidential and sensitive information with the highest level of discretion
• Assisting with site compliance administration and project documentation where required
• Supporting audits and compliance reviews
• Responding to queries relating to security clearance and personnel onboarding
• Working collaboratively with project teams to ensure security requirements do not impact programme delivery
• Contributing to continuous improvement initiatives across security and compliance processes

The successful candidate will have previous administration experience within a construction, compliance or regulated environment, alongside strong communication, organisational and stakeholder management skills.

The successful candidate must be eligible to obtain and maintain SC (Security Check) Clearance.

• Previous experience within an administrative, compliance or document control role
• Construction administration experience is highly desirable
• Experience as a Site Administrator, Compliance Administrator, Document Controller or similar would be advantageous
• Experience working within a construction, engineering, infrastructure or regulated environment
• Ability to manage highly confidential and sensitive information
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities simultaneously
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office applications
• Professional, proactive and collaborative approach
• Able to work independently and as part of a wider project team
• Eligible to obtain and maintain SC Clearance (essential)
• Right to work in the UK and willingness to undergo background screening checks

Location

• Full-time site-based position in Suffolk
• Monday to Friday office-based working environment
• Candidates should be located within a commutable distance of the project site

As Security Vetting Administrator, you will be joining a market-leading contractor with an excellent reputation and a strong future workload. This is a fantastic opportunity to support the delivery of high-profile projects within a secure environment while developing your career within a supportive and progressive organisation.

• Competitive salary
• Private healthcare
• Generous pension contribution
• Excellent holiday allowance
• Life assurance
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Clear opportunities for career progression
• Supportive, team-oriented culture
• Opportunity to contribute to nationally significant and security-sensitive projects

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