SIA-licensed security · Greater London
London's trusted security services company
SIA-licensed, DBS-checked officers serving offices, construction sites, retail premises, events and residential developments across Greater London. Directly employed. Never agency supplied. £10M insured.
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Who we are
Professional security services built for London businesses
Vigil Security Services provides SIA-licensed security personnel to offices, construction sites, retail premises, events and residential developments across Greater London. Every officer is directly employed by Vigil Services Ltd — never agency supplied — ensuring consistent performance, proper accountability and full compliance with UK employment law.
All officers are vetted to BS7858 standard, hold current Enhanced DBS certificates, and carry SIA licences appropriate to their role — Door Supervisor, Security Guard, or CCTV Operative — before starting any assignment. Vigil Services Ltd (Company Registration 11756806) is based at Ferguson House, 113 Cranbrook Road, Ilford IG1 4PU.
From single-officer retail deployments to multi-site corporate contracts, Vigil Security designs bespoke security programmes around your specific requirements. Our management team provides direct oversight, officer activity reporting, incident logs, and full compliance documentation to give facilities managers and business owners complete visibility.
What makes us different: No agency staff. No subcontractors. Every Vigil Security officer is a direct employee — BS7858 vetted, SIA licensed, and DBS checked before deployment on any contract.
Our services
Security services across every sector in London
Specialist security solutions for every commercial environment
Manned Guarding
SIA-licensed officers for offices, sites and commercial premises across Greater London.
Manned Guarding →Event Security
Licensed event officers for conferences, exhibitions and public events.
Event Security →Mobile Patrols
Regular patrol visits to deter crime and protect unoccupied premises.
Mobile Patrols →Key Holding & Alarm Response
Secure key holding and alarm response across Greater London.
Key Holding & Alarm Response →Door Supervisors
SIA Door Supervisor licensed staff for venues and licensed premises.
Door Supervisors →Retail Security
Loss prevention and store security for retail businesses.
Retail Security →CCTV Monitoring
Remote surveillance and monitoring for commercial premises.
CCTV Monitoring →Construction Site Security
Specialist site security for construction and industrial premises.
Construction Site Security →Concierge Security
Professional front-of-house security for corporate and residential buildings.
Concierge Security →Why choose us
Why London businesses choose Vigil Security
Four reasons security managers and facilities directors trust us with their premises
SIA licensed officers
Every officer holds a current SIA licence under the Private Security Industry Act 2001. Licence type matches the role — Door Supervisor, Security Guard or CCTV Operative. No unlicensed staff are ever deployed on any Vigil Security contract.
Directly employed only
Every Vigil Security officer is directly employed by Vigil Services Ltd — not agency-supplied. Direct employment means consistent standards, proper employment rights, and clear accountability to our management team.
BS7858 vetted
All officers are screened to BS7858 standard — the British Standard for pre-employment vetting of security personnel. This includes identity verification, full address and employment history checks, and criminal record disclosure.
Enhanced DBS checked
Every officer holds a current Enhanced DBS certificate before deployment. Essential for licensed premises, retail environments, events, and any site involving public access or contact with vulnerable persons.
Sectors
Sectors we protect across London
Specialist security for every commercial environment in Greater London
Coverage
Security services across Greater London
From the City of London to outer boroughs — professional security wherever you need it
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Everything London businesses need to know about professional security services
What does SIA licensed mean and why does it matter?+
An SIA licence is a legal requirement under the Private Security Industry Act 2001 for anyone working as a security officer, door supervisor, or CCTV operator in the UK. It confirms the officer has passed criminal record checks, completed approved training, and holds a valid licence for their specific role. Every Vigil Security officer holds a current SIA licence before starting any assignment. Using unlicensed security staff is a criminal offence under UK law.
Are your security officers directly employed or from an agency?+
Every Vigil Security officer is directly employed by Vigil Services Ltd — not sourced through a security agency or labour provider. Direct employment means consistent performance standards, proper employment rights under UK law, and clear accountability to our management team. We never use subcontracted or zero-hours security staff.
What is BS7858 vetting and do your officers meet this standard?+
BS7858 is the British Standard for screening of individuals in a security environment. It covers identity verification, address history, employment history for the past five years, and criminal record checks. All Vigil Security officers are vetted to BS7858 standard before deployment on any contract. Documentation is available on request.
What areas of London do you cover?+
Vigil Security Services covers Greater London including the City of London and all surrounding boroughs. Our operational base at Ferguson House, Ilford provides rapid access to Central London, East London, North London and South London. We provide security services in Westminster, the City, Canary Wharf, Camden, Islington, Southwark, Lambeth and across all Greater London boroughs.
Do I need SIA-licensed door supervisors for my venue or event?+
Yes. Under the Private Security Industry Act 2001, any person working as a door supervisor at licensed premises or events must hold a current SIA Door Supervisor licence. This applies to pubs, clubs, bars, restaurants with a premises licence, and any event where alcohol is served or entry is controlled. Vigil provides SIA-licensed door supervisors for all venue types across London.
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Vigil Services Ltd · Reg. 11756806 · Ferguson House, 113 Cranbrook Road, Ilford IG1 4PU