We connect with up to 23,500 fans per show, Co-op Live continues to attract world-class talent and events, drawing comparisons to and surpassing the world’s greatest live entertainment venues in show programming, sound, fan experience, premium hospitality, food and beverage, and more. The UK’s largest live entertainment arena is driven by a dedicated team of music and live event lovers, passionate about offering every visitor, fan, artist, and partner an unrivalled experience, before, during and after every event, as well as giving back to our local community and our planet. Partnership is at our heart, with Co-op Live excelling through meaningful alliances with the likes of naming rights partner Co-op, united by a joint vision to be the very best. The first venue in the UK for owners and operators Oak View Group (OVG), Co-op Live spearheads expansion into Europe and rest of world, a jewel in the crown of a globally renowned portfolio.

We’re looking for a passionate and experienced Venue Safety and Security Manager to join our Security team. You’ll play a leading role ensuring that every event at Co-op Live is delivered in a safe, secure, and in a seamless way.

At Co-op Live, safety and security is our priority and part of who we are. We’re setting the standard for what it means to be one of the safest, most secure, and most welcoming venues in the world. As part of Co-op live, you’ll help us lead the way, developing innovative safety strategies, and empowering teams to deliver unforgettable events with confidence and meticulous care.

Reporting into the Head of Security, the Venue Safety & Security Manager will contribute to the ultimate fan experience, leading the team of event level managers, security supervisors, security officers, event supervisors, stewards and other specialist resources to provide exemplary service standards, and drive continuous improvement through regular reviews and management of risk.

Please note this role is working 5 out 7 days per week and supports our events, therefore weekend and late evenings are required.

What Co-op Live will give to you!

Alongside the benefit of working with an team of talented people, we want to help you get the best out of your work and have a work life balance.

• Provide you with development opportunities and regular one to ones
• Set you up to succeed in your role
• Your wellbeing is at the forefront of our minds, we understand the importance of balancing work and personal commitments
• This is a onsite role, it’s really important we work together to mobilise the biggest music and live entertainment arena in the UK

Salary: £45,000 - £50,000 dependent on experience + Benefits

• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Employer pension scheme
• Private Health Care scheme – Vitality
• Life Assurance 4 x basic salary
• Eyecare vouchers
• WeCare Employee Assistance Programme to support you and your family
• Company sick pay scheme
• Enhanced family friendly benefits
• Office fruit & snacks
• Team social events

If you’re an experienced security professional who’s passionate about safety, leadership, and live events, this is your chance to help us deliver unforgettable experiences – safely, securely, and spectacularly.

We would love you to have to have the following - 

• Experience of managing a security operation in a large venue, such as an Arena or Sports Stadium
• Experience of Managing Protective Security at venues and across Zone Ex
• Experience of managing contracts for specialist service providers
• A great leader who can influence and inspire others
• A brilliant people manager who puts people first
• A positive can-do approach to safety and security

Desirable:

• NVQ Level 5 in Crowd Safety Management
• Current holder of the SIA Door Supervisor licence and the SIA CCTV Operators licence.
• Current Health and Safety qualification such as IOSH

Our Inclusion Commitments

Our venue is for the fans, the artists, everyone! Attracting a diverse workforce which reflects our local community is what will make our venue the best music venue in the UK! 

We understand that to continue positively disrupting the sports and live entertainment industry, we need a diverse team to help us do it. We also believe that inclusivity drives innovation, strengthens our people, improves our service, and raises our excellence. We are committed to creating a great place to work amplifying voices from all different backgrounds. There is something for everyone at Co-op Live, come and get involved. 

If you do require any additional support or reasonable adjustments to support your application, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure you have everything you need. We will consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the required skills necessary to fulfil the role. 

We recognise the importance of safeguarding, dependent on role you may be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service Check, details of which will be shared with you at interview.

If successful in your application, you will be required to provide eligibility to work evidence in line with the ‘Eligibility to Work in the UK’ requirements.