We're looking to add a Design Manager to our team to work on large infrastructure projects. Key to this opportunity is experience within the Security industry

• Chubb Fire & Security have been protecting people and assets worldwide for more than 200 years. Providing essential and innovative security systems, equipment and services, from digital CCTV surveillance and intruder alarms to fire detection and suppression systems. Our customers range from local independent businesses to many of the FTSE 100 companies, and our Chubb family is extensive too, with a dynamic team of over 13,000 employees globally
• Together we do great things!

SALARY:

Upto £60K (DoE)

• 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays (+ holiday purchase scheme)
• Same Day GP
• Free Onsite Parking
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Employee Referral Scheme (£1000)
• Company Pension Scheme
• Life Assurance (4 x Basic Salary)
• Employee Scholarship Scheme
• A Central Benefits Platform offering a wide variety discounts
• Health & Wellbeing Resources
• Bravo Awards: Recognising outstanding contributions from all employees and encourage excellence

Overview:

To lead and manage the design function for high‑security electronic security systems serving critical national infrastructure, government and defence customers.

The Design Manager ensures that all designs are robust, compliant and proportionate to the threat, meeting applicable UK regulations, security standards and accreditation requirements. The role provides technical leadership across bids and project delivery, enabling safe, resilient and auditable systems for high‑risk environments.

Design Leadership & Governance

• Own and maintain the company’s technical design standards for high‑security electronic security systems.
• Lead the design governance framework for CNI, government and defence projects, including design reviews, approvals and technical assurance.

High‑Security Technical Design & Integration

• Develop and oversee secure system architectures for:
• High‑security IP CCTV and video management platforms
• Enterprise access control (including air‑locks, interlocks, SLAs and anti‑passback where required)
• High‑integrity intruder detection systems (including perimeter and volumetric detection)
• Integrated security management systems and control rooms

Security & Regulatory Compliance

• Ensure designs are compatible with relevant accreditation and assurance regimes (e.g. NPSA‑informed solutions, NSI/SSAIB schemes, site‑specific government or defence assurance frameworks).
• Embed security policies and handling requirements for sensitive/classified information into design practices (e.g. secure storage, restricted distribution, need‑to‑know).

Experience

• Substantial experience in the UK electronic security systems industry, including significant exposure to at least one of:
• Critical national infrastructure (e.g. utilities, transport, data centres, energy)
• Central/local government estates and secure facilities
• Defence, MoD or defence supply‑chain projects
• Proven track record of designing and delivering complex, integrated security systems in high‑risk or regulated environments.

Additional Information About Us, Our Culture & What We Can Offer You

Established over 200 years ago, Chubb Fire & Security are a global business driven by keeping people and the world safe. We provide essential systems, equipment and services, from digital CCTV surveillance and intruder alarms, to fire detection and suppression systems. Offering a full range of innovative products and services to a broad range of customers, from local independent business, to many of the FTSE 100 companies

We believe we offer a unique working culture, where you are as important to us as our customers, and we want you to feel that everyday. We are proud to offer extensive training to all of our new Advisors, fully supporting, and enabling you to thrive in your new role and beyond, with ongoing career development opportunities throughout your career journey with us.

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