Careers in Close Protection and Risk Management
Our job listings cover a wide range of roles within close protection and the wider risk management field. Whether you are operating on the ground or progressing into leadership, training, or advisory positions, we work with professionals who take security, discretion, and preparation seriously.
Latest Roles:
Close Protection Officer
Close Protection Officer Location: London Type: Contract and permanent opportunities available We are seeking experienced and professional Close Protection Officers to support clients across London. This role requires discretion,[…]
Consultancy, Programme Security Lead
Location: London and international scope Type: Permanent or long term contract Description: We are recruiting Security Leads to support complex projects and programmes across infrastructure, construction, corporate, and international[…]
Executive Protection Lead / Team Leader
Location: London and international travel Type: Contract and permanent opportunities Description: We are seeking an experienced Executive Protection Lead or Team Leader to oversee protective operations for high profile[…]
Hostile Environment H.E.A.T or Security Training Instructor
Location: UK based with travel Type: Contract and freelance roles available Description: We are looking for an experienced Hostile Environment or Security Training Instructor to deliver practical, high quality[…]
Private Family Office Security Advisor
Location: London and international scope Type: Permanent or long term contract Description: We are seeking a discreet and experienced Security Advisor to support a private family office. This is[…]
Trusted operators. Real opportunities.
At Risk Academy, we work with people who take security and risk seriously. Our recruitment is built on decades of operational experience across close protection, hostile environments, corporate travel, energy and infrastructure projects, and high-trust private clients.
We don’t just list jobs. We place people into roles we understand, with clients we trust, and expectations that are clear from the start.
Our role is simple. To match capable professionals with credible work, support long-term progression within the risk management field, and maintain standards that protect both our people and our clients. Every opportunity is assessed properly. Every placement is based on real world requirements, not box-ticking.
Why work with Risk Academy
- Opportunities across close protection and wider risk management roles
- Clear pathways from operational CP into leadership, training, and advisory work
- Honest role briefings with no surprises on task, rate, or expectations
- Discreet handling of your details and career history
- A team that understands operational realities, not just CVs
- Access to work in the UK and international environments where appropriate
We work with professionals who value preparation, judgement, and discretion. If that sounds like you, you’re in the right place.
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Are you someone looking for the right skills to change careers? Are you a manager looking to up-sklii your workforce? Or a Head of HR or a department looking for the right training partner? We match up to what you need right across the training spectrum
