About Legends Global

Legends Global is redefining excellence in sport, entertainment and live events. With unrivalled expertise and international reach, we provide end-to-end solutions – from venue development and event programming to revenue strategy and hospitality.

We take a 360-degree, data-driven approach across Partnerships, Hospitality, Merchandise and Attractions, working with leading clients to deliver outstanding experiences that resonate worldwide.

Our organisation is committed to fostering an inclusive and forward-thinking environment where diversity drives innovation and collaboration. Guided by our values of Align, Scale, Connect, Team and Win... we create a culture where everyone has the opportunity to thrive.

The Venue

Vaillant Live is where Derby comes together for unforgettable live moments. Recently rebranded and re‑energised, this versatile venue hosts concerts, comedy, exhibitions and sporting events for up to 3,500 fans. With a growing programme of touring acts and community events, Vaillant Live plays a vital role in the city’s cultural heartbeat.

About the Role

As our Venue Security Manager, you’ll lead the safety and security operations of Vaillant Live. You’ll shape and drive our security strategy, anticipate and manage a wide range of risks, and ensure every event runs smoothly. Through confident leadership and strong emergency preparedness, you’ll create a safe, welcoming environment where teams can perform at their best and unforgettable experiences can thrive.

What we can offer

Hosting events is what we do best, and we want our People to experience that too- enjoy access to discounted tickets to unleash your superfan for all your favourites.

You will work hard at Legends Global , but you will be rewarded with lots of time to relax and rest with 25 days annual leave

We understand that you have a life outside of work and want to ensure that your loved ones will always be taken care of whilst you’re contributing to our success with our Life Assurance policy.

A healthy contribution of 5% Pension so that your golden years are spent ticking off the items on your bucket list.

Got a dental bill? Need to book a counselling session? Or even help with Physio costs? With the support of Healthshield; Legends Global will support with these unexpected costs. For you and any children.

We understand that from time to time you might need a bit of support to get you back to feeling your best, so we have teamed up with AXA Health to provide our people with an Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support mental health in the workplace.

We are visionaries: both physically and metaphorically! When you join Legends Global you will be entitled to eye care vouchers and a contribution towards any glasses you require.

Pedal your way to a greener, healthier commute—join our Cycle to Work scheme and turn every ride into a win for you and the planet

Great people know great people! Refer a friend through our Employee Referral Scheme and get rewarded for helping us build an amazing team

You will be responsible for:

• Leading the venue’s security strategy, including risk management, emergency preparedness, and the creation, review, and implementation of all security policies and procedures.

• Overseeing all security infrastructure and operations, including CCTV, access control, alarms, radio systems, screening equipment, patrols, and Event Control monitoring.

• Planning security for all events, working closely with the events team to assess risks, develop mitigation plans, and liaise with visiting production security.

• Building strong relationships with key partners, including local authorities, police, emergency services, and wider organisational security teams to support compliance and continuous improvement.

• Managing people and partners, including the in‑house security team, contracted security and stewarding providers, medical provision partners, and all associated performance, auditing, staffing, and incident investigations.

You will have:

• Proven security leadership and management experience, ideally gained within events, hospitality, policing, military, or similar operational environments.

• Strong security expertise, supported by relevant qualifications or experience in security management, risk assessment, and emergency response — including SIA Door Supervisor, SIA CCTV, and First Aid at Work.

• Confidence under pressure, with the ability to take control during incidents, manage conflict effectively, and remain calm and decisive.

• Experience managing specialist contractors and service providers, ensuring high performance, compliance, and continuous improvement.

• Excellent communication, customer service, and digital skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office and the ability to work collaboratively with a wide range of stakeholders.
  

Recruitment Process Outlined:

• 1st Stage- Intro Call with Talent Team

• 2nd Stage- Interview with Vaillant Live Team

Any offer of employment will be subject to satisfactory pre‑employment checks. These may include verification of identity, proof of address, right to work, employment history, qualifications, and—where relevant to the role—a basic or enhanced DBS check. All checks will be carried out in line with data protection law and we will only request information that is necessary for the role.

Inclusive Workplace

At Legends Global , we are committed to leading the entertainment industry towards a greener, faster, and more innovative digital future. There’s never been a better time to join our team. We aim to be an inclusive organisation, trusted and admired by our colleagues, customers, and suppliers. Join us and make a significant impact from day one.

We are committed to active inclusion, diversity, and equal opportunities. This commitment begins with our recruitment and selection process. We welcome discussions about flexible working arrangements.

If you need reasonable adjustments at any stage of our recruitment process, please let us know in your application. We are dedicated to providing a fair and transparent assessment process and will do our utmost to accommodate your needs.

If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible to ensure it is considered. We will continue to review applications on a rolling basis and may close the advert before the closing date.