Who are we? 

The British Embassy Zagreb is the representative office of the UK Government in Croatia, representing British political, economic and consular interests in the country. The Embassy is headed by the Ambassador and we are an ambitious, engaged and motivated team that supports each other and does our best to develop and fulfil our potential. 

The British Embassy champions diversity both inside and outside the Embassy. We would welcome applications from any suitably qualified individual, whatever their gender, ethnicity, sexuality, disability or religion.

Our Offer:

• Learning and development opportunities;
• A combination of Croatian and UK public holidays – 14 working days-off per year;
• Supportive and inclusive work environment.

Main purpose of job:

We are seeking to recruit a full-time, permanent experienced security guard / back up driver. The position involves shift working hours (either 07:00-15:30, 08:30-17:00 or 09:30-18:00) and the successful candidate will be expected to be flexible and able to work occasional additional hours when required.

Roles and responsibilities:

• Enforce all physical security measures in line with Embassy policies to ensure that all staff work in a safe and secure environment.
• Assist in any other security-related tasks as directed, including monitoring CCTV and conducting routine security checks of visitors and vehicles
• Work collaboratively within the existing guard force team and on-site diplomatic police detail.
• Provide transport services for British Embassy staff and visitors when the full-time drivers require back up.
• Provide a polite and professional service for Embassy visitors and customers, both face-to-face and by telephone.
• Assist Embassy staff with any other duties as directed by the Head of Security or Head of Corporate Services. This includes but is not limited to escorting visitors and assistance in enforcing health and safety measures.

This role also includes elements of office and administration support. The exact tasks will depend on team priorities but are likely to include elements of:

• Admin support for Corporate Services.
• Ad hoc purchases and associated accounting for those purchases.

Our Ideal Candidate shows: 

• Fluent Croatian (both written and spoken, minimum C1* level for CEFR framework);
• Proficiency in English (both written and spoken, minimum B2* level for CEFR framework);
• At least 3 years of experience in security (private security, law and enforcement, military or similar);
• Obtained at least high school diploma;
• Valid driving licence;
• Some experience with driving duties;
• Good communication and organisational skills, being able to communicate courteously with members of the public in person and by telephone;
• Experienced in using computer and Office applications;
• Ability to work under pressure;
• Professional approach to duties;
• Proactive team worker;
• Ability to maintain professional discretion.