Security Vetting Administrator

Ridge is a leading built environment consultancy, helping our clients create better, more sustainable places to live, learn, and work. With offices across the UK and a strong multi-disciplinary offer, we work on a diverse range of projects spanning the public and private sectors. Due to continued growth within our business, we are looking to appoint a Security Vetting Administrator to work alongside our Security Controller and play a pivotal role in supporting the compliant delivery of project specific clearances across government, defence, and commercially sensitive environments. This is an excellent opportunity for an organised and initiative-taking individual with experience in the security vetting environments to join an established consultancy and work closely with the Security Controller, project teams, and clients nationwide. About the Role As a Security Vetting Administrator, you will function as the central coordination point for security clearances, maintenance and progress of all clearance requests and keeping track of all projects specific clearance in accordance with the applicable HMG policy and keeping the Security Controller updated on all information governance and compliance reporting any lapses. Your work will enable Ridge teams to operate efficiently while meeting stringent client, regulatory and national security requirements. You will collaborate closely with the Security Controller, Project Managers and People Teams, providing trusted guidance and ensuring best practice is embedded across people, projects, and data., * Managing and maintaining personnel security clearances (including BPSS, DBS, SC, and DV where applicable).

• Ensuring compliance with security classifications and secure data-handling requirements.

• Overseeing the secure storage, transmission, and disposal of sensitive information.

• Supporting the company in planning and delivering work within restricted or high-security environments.

• Maintaining compliance with national security frameworks OSA/NSA, internal policies and client-specific standards.

• Preparing security compliance reports and supporting internal and external audits.

• Acting as a point of contact for clearance-related queries and providing guidance to staff.

• Investigating and reporting any potential clearance breaches or non-conformities., Our 1,400+ people bring a vast range of skills, delivering a professional mindset, gritty discipline and a genuine passion to every one of the thousands of projects they undertake each year. They're the foundation of our success - they drive our vision, embody our values and separate us from the competition. Come and join us if you're hungry to be part of an exceptional team - if you put quality first - if you're motivated by ingenuity and if you're always aspiring to be the very best.

• Quality

• THE CORNERSTONE OF OUR BUSINESS.

From concept to execution, our work is driven by passion, technical expertise and an uncompromising commitment to excellence - delivering solutions that stand the test of time. We don't need - or want - to be the biggest. Just the best.

• Ingenuity
• AS STANDARD.

We question assumptions and look beyond the obvious - applying technical depth and creativity to solve problems that matter. We find better ways today, then improve on them tomorrow.

• Partnership
• BUILT ON TRUST. GROWN OVER TIME.

Since 1946, strong relationships have shaped everything we do. We listen, challenge with care, and stay with you for the long haul - turning shared goals into lasting impact.

• Aspiration
• THE FIRE IN OUR BELLY.

You will bring experience of working within a security vetting environment and be comfortable managing sensitive information with professionalism and discretion. You will be highly organised, detail-driven, and confident working with multiple stakeholders across a busy private consultancy environment. Key requirements include:

• You may already hold an existing security clearance.
• Experience in government, defence, critical infrastructure, or similar security-sensitive environments.
• Strong understanding of personnel security and clearance processes.
• Excellent organisational skills with strong attention to detail.
• Confident communication and stakeholder-management skills.
• Ability to interpret and apply security policies and government standards.
• Experience using secure document management and access-control systems.
• A professional, discreet, and solutions-focused approach.

We start with a vision - then push the boundaries of what's possible. With bold ideas and a clear view of the future, we turn ambitions into meaningful outcomes. Your benefits The benefits package we have put together for you supports every aspect of your life. Annual leave A healthy holiday allowance that starts at 25 days pa, plus the option to buy, carry over or sell. Community spirit You can take three volunteering days each year to spend time on causes close to your heart. Mental health Mental Health First Aiders are here to support you, backed up by Unum's Help@hand app. Financial benefits A path to peace of mind: life assurance, pension scheme and income protection. Physical wellbeing Your health is a priority for us too, so we offer medical insurance, private GP access and discounted gym membership. Flexible working Our flexible approach to hybrid working is there to suit you, your family and your team. Career development A pathway at Ridge that's focused on your professional, personal or educational aspirations. Extra benefits Performance bonus, car allowance and more based on your role - and progression.

We are Ridge, a Built Environment Consultancy. We help our clients transform the quality and sustainability of the built environment., We believe that everyone performs their best when they feel like they belong and can be their true selves at work. As an equal opportunities' employer, we will support you to ensure you have everything you need to be successful and achieve your best in your career at Ridge. If you'd like to discuss accessibility, accommodations or adjustments during your application and selection process, please contact us at and we will work with you to ensure you feel included and supported. A polite note to Recruitment Agencies We enjoy great relationships with our agency partners within our framework, and fully believe in the value of a blended approach to finding the best talent. However, we are recruiting for this role directly and aren't seeking support from agency partners at this time - any unsolicited CV introductions won't be honoured, and we won't grant candidate ownerships on any introduction that you make for roles that haven't been briefed and released to you by our Talent Acquisition team. We are committed to nurturing strong partnerships within our agency framework, but there are occasions where we looking to enlist the help of others. If you would be interested in working with us in the future, please send a message to , and we'll reach out to you should there be an opportunity. A polite note to recruitment agencies We are recruiting for this role directly and aren't seeking support from our agency partners. Any unsolicited CV introductions won't be honoured, and we won't grant candidate ownership on any introductions you make for roles that haven't been briefed and released to you by our Talent Acquisition team. If you are a recruitment agency who doesn't currently work with Ridge but would like to, please send a message to workwithus@ridge.co.uk, and we'll reach out to you should there be an opportunity. Note to recruitment agencies We are recruiting for this role directly and aren't seeking support from our agency partners. Any unsolicited CV introductions won't be honoured, and we won't grant candidate ownership on any introductions you make for roles that haven't been briefed and released to you by our Talent Acquisition team. If you are a recruitment agency who doesn't currently work with Ridge but would like to, please send a message to , and we'll reach out to you should there be an opportunity.