2027 Graduate Security Consultant

About Us

Hoare Lea is a human-centric and planet-conscious engineering consultancy. We offer intelligent and sustainable solutions to complex design challenges for the built environment throughout the UK and further afield.

We provide a wide range of engineering and consultancy services, including acoustics, air quality, building services (MEP), fire, lighting, security and sustainability to name but a few. Together, our highly skilled teams use technical expertise and problem-solving skills to bring buildings to life. We ensure that whatever the building, its design is outstanding, and its operations meet the needs of the communities it serves.

Whatever your ambitions or circumstances, our aim is to enable everyone to develop their knowledge, give their best, and enjoy what they do.

The Role

Being part of one of the UK’s largest building engineering consultancies, we benefit from collaborating with some of the best engineers in the business, with access to state-of-the-art technical support, and have the opportunity to work on some of the largest and most high-profile projects as part of a multi-disciplinary team.

Today’s world requires security to be considered an intrinsic part of a development and not an afterthought or add-on. We have the ability to design buildings, so they are secured proportionally to the client’s needs, right from concept stage.

We view our work as a service rather than a product; supporting a building throughout its entire lifecycle and developing as technology and user expectations evolve.

We are a team of accredited experts, with many years of experience and Members of the Security Institute.

American Express HQ in Brighton, National Satellite Test Facility in Harwell Oxfordshire, South Place Hotel in London, Multi-Megawatt Data Centre Campus, the vast £1 billion King’s Cross Central regeneration in London, are examples of some of the amazing projects where we have led the design with other Hoare Lea disciplines.

As a Graduate Security Consultant, you’ll work in each of our 3 distinct specialisms:

• Security risk analysis,
• Physical Security systems (e.g. designing hostile vehicle mitigation solutions, physical barriers such as secure walls, doors etc, and fencing solutions)
• Electronic security systems (e.g. electronic access control systems, video surveillance systems, intruder detection systems, and command and control equipment).

Your day-to-day tasks will vary, as we’ll expose you to all aspects of our work so you can discover what suits you. You could be;

• Working on live projects from day one – click here to view some of our exciting projects
• Developing security need assessments, security strategies and risk assessments in order to validate the need for security measures.
• Calculating hostile vehicle impact energies and understanding manufacture specifications, standards and best practices.
• Producing detailed designs that incorporate, drawings, schedules, schematics and specifications.
• Writing detailed staged reports and requirements
• Using the latest computer software to include (but not limited to) Bluebeam, CAD and Revit
• Presenting design options to clients or design teams.
• Continuous CPD and learning opportunities.

Communicating will span all of these, as we regularly liaise with project teams, meet clients or end users, and attend collaborative meetings.

About you

To be successful in this role, you’ll need…

• An expected or achieved 2.1 or above in a relevant Security or Engineering degree or equivalent BSc qualification.
• Attention to detail with a good understanding for the importance of quality and clear practical sense.
• High level of skill in written output, use of spreadsheets and formulas, and able to produce high-quality marketing output using appropriate software.
• Able to achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) before appointment and be willing to undergo National Security Vetting if required.
• Excellent communication, analytical and organisational skills, and a proven ability to manage your own time efficiently.
• A friendly, ambitious and confident individual with a flexible and resilient approach and keen to learn something new every day.

It would be an advantage, but not necessary, if you also had…

• A Master's or other relevant post graduate qualification
• Previous placement or work experience in a similar industry
• An understanding of Bluebeam, CAD / Revit or similar modelling software

Why Join Us?

• You’ll collaborate with the industry’s best, working with a wide range of built-environment specialists.
• You’ll be part of progressive and exciting projects from day one, able to experience innovative schemes across all sectors.
• You’ll advance your career, your way, thanks to our structured Career Paths framework.
• You’ll be encouraged through our accredited training and development scheme with a dedicated mentor and supervisor, supporting you to Chartership, if you wish.

Our Benefits

To reward your hard work and commitment we offer both core and flexible benefits, a competitive salary and industry leading training and development to support you throughout your career. We are as committed to providing an environment where everyone can realise their unique potential. So, in joining Hoare Lea, you will experience a business that enriches your knowledge, supports your wellbeing, and welcomes your individuality.

You’ll have the opportunity to participate in our 9-day fortnight scheme, thriving community groups, varied social and networking events, and extensive professional and technical development schemes. We also offer an extensive benefits package, including private medical cover, electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme, stock options, and 25 days of annual leave (increasing with service), alongside flexible and hybrid working.

How to Apply

To apply simply complete a CV profile, answer a couple questions, and submit your application.

Our projects are human-centric, and so is our recruitment process. Once you’ve applied, you’ll speak to a person every step of the way. Here’s our planned timeline:

• Applications close – 6th November 2026
• Telephone Interviews – November/December 2026
• Selection Event – January/February 2027
• Start Date – September 2027

Please only apply for one location for your discipline, if you are flexible with location, great! – you will have the chance to select your other location preferences, and this will be confirmed again with you at telephone interview. If you apply for multiple locations, you will only be considered for the location you have applied for.

Please note: We do not offer visa sponsorship for this graduate role. Only candidates already authorised to work in the UK – e.g. British/Irish citizens, EU Settled/Pre-Settled, ILR holders – will be considered.

Adjustments and accommodations

If there are adjustments or accommodations that we can put in place to ensure you can participate and give your best at any stage of the recruitment process (whether relating to disability, neurodivergence, or anything else) please let us know.

Flexible working

We are committed to enabling a healthy work-life balance for all employees. So, we welcome applications from candidates seeking flexible working arrangements to suit their particular needs and lifestyle, including part-time, term-time-only, and remote working.

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