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Vetting Officer

Bolton
2 months ago
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On behalf of our client, we are seeking to recruit two Vetting Officers on an initial 12 - month contract. As the Vetting Officer, you will support the delivery of security cleared personnel. You will be part of a highly motivated and progressive team who are the first layer of security in ensuring any personnel risks are identified and managed.

Role: Vetting Officer
Pay: £20 per hour via umbrella
Location: Stevenage or Bolton - Hybrid
Contract: Monday- Friday, 37 Hours per week, 12 months Contract
IR35 Status: Inside
Security Clearance: BPSS, SC clearable

Responsibilities

Support Recruitment in obtaining security clearances and checks for all new employees.
Supporting with the management of confidential and complex vetting enquiries.
Be point of contact for vetting issues/problems.
Liaise with UKSV and other external agencies when appropriate.
Work with external IT platform to obtain and update security clearances.
Provide support to areas of Security Services.
Lead on departmental projects for successful implementation to meet deadlines.
In addition, you will be required to support the Personnel Security Manager in the successful implementation of the Vetting Strategy. Your role will be diverse and fast-paced as you support the department and business in achieving its objectives and reducing risk to the organisation.
Essential Skills

Experience of HMG BPSS and UKSV vetting processes
Excellent interpersonal skills
Able to work under pressure and prioritise work as required
Professional meticulous approach, with a keen eye for detail
Experienced on the use of electronic Vetting Databases and multi IT platforms
'Can do' positive attitude for success
Desirable Skills

Experience and knowledge of MOD and defence industry
Relevant vetting and Personnel Security experience or qualification
Awareness and knowledge of recruitment and on boarding processes for defence industry
Personnel Security awareness for the ongoing aftercare of security cleared staff
Presentational experience for the delivery of training
If you are interested in applying for this position and you meet the requirements, please send your updated CV to: Natalie Dalkin at Line Up Aviation

Line Up Aviation has carved its own place in the recruitment of Aviation and Aerospace personnel all over the world for more than 30 years. We work with some of the industry's best known companies who demand the highest standard of applicants.

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