Business Details
48 Years
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Emergency
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Trusted Security Services in Wembley
Unitrust Protection Services Ltd specialises in bespoke security solutions for commercial organisations and ultra-high-net-worth individuals. Established in 1978, we combine decades of industry expertise with a commitment to excellence, employing over 500 professionals and maintaining a 95% client retention rate. Our services span manned guarding, close protection, corporate event security, and consultancy, serving clients across the UK and internationally. We directly employ all security officers, ensuring rigorous training and compliance with SIA ACS and NSI Gold standards. Our leadership team, including former law enforcement and military professionals, prioritises agility and client-focused service delivery.With a higher-than-industry ratio of supervisors to officers, we guarantee swift decision-making and operational efficiency. Our partnerships with strategic policing units and global clients, including Middle Eastern royalty and multinational corporations, underscore our reputation for reliability. We invest in continuous improvement through environmental and social governance initiatives, aligning with modern sustainability expectations. Our 24/7 control centre ensures round-the-clock support, while tailored training programmes maintain exceptional service standards. This approach has positioned us among the top 5% of UK ACS-accredited companies, trusted for complex security challenges.
Services
Manned Guarding
Front of House
Close Protection
Corporate Event Security
Consultancy
Details
- Year established: 1978
Highlights and features
- We have over 40 years of experience in bespoke security solutions.
- All security officers are SIA licensed and directly employed.
- Our 24/7 control centre ensures immediate incident response.
- 95% client retention rate demonstrates consistent service excellence.
- Senior leadership includes former law enforcement and military experts.
Associations and certifications
- SIA ACS
- NSI Gold
What people say
Trusted trained operatives
Exceeded expectations
Flexibility attention to detail
Deep pool experienced professionals
Long-term relationships
Services
Manned Guarding
Our SIA-licensed security officers provide static guarding services with NSI Gold accreditation. Officers undergo rigorous recruitment and continuous training, ensuring professionalism and compliance. A higher ratio of supervisors guarantees swift decision-making, while our 24/7 control centre offers emergency support. This service caters to commercial premises, embassies, and high-security facilities across the UK and Europe.
Close Protection
Specialist close protection teams safeguard high-profile individuals and royalty globally. Services include residential security, threat assessment, and discreet mobile teams. Operatives are selected from military/police backgrounds and trained in advanced risk mitigation. We deploy teams rapidly for UK and international assignments, ensuring client safety during travel or residence.
Corporate Event Security
Comprehensive security for high-profile events including conferences, art exhibitions, and red-carpet functions. Uniformed or plain-clothes personnel manage access control, crowd management, and asset protection. Event managers conduct risk assessments and tailor security plans. Services extend to temporary exhibitions and private sector events requiring specialist protection.
Front of House
Professional reception and concierge services combining security with customer service. SIA-licensed staff manage mailrooms, switchboards, and visitor access while representing client brands. Teams integrate seamlessly with client operations, providing a secure yet welcoming environment for corporate premises and commercial buildings.
Security Consultancy
Expert security advice covering threat analysis, site audits, and mitigation planning. Our consultants develop bespoke security strategies for complex environments, including future-proofing infrastructure and producing compliance documentation. Services support both one-off projects and ongoing operational needs, ensuring clients maintain optimal security standards.
People
Paul Griffin
Chair
Founder's son with 34 years' experience in security operations. Served as HR Manager, Admin Director, and Managing Director before becoming Chair five years ago. Provides continuity for long-term clients and oversees strategic direction.
Ken Stewart
Security & Risk Director
Former City of London Police senior detective with expertise in counter-terrorism. Awarded Queens Police Medal in 2014. Brings 5 years' security risk advisory experience to strategic threat management and high-profile site security.
Scott Gough
Managing Director
25-year security industry veteran with 15 years at Unitrust Protection Services Ltd. Specialises in corporate security for banking, media, and pharmaceutical sectors. Represents Unitrust Protection Services Ltd on City Security Council and Crime Prevention Association boards.
Sarah Griffin
Compliance & ESG Director
25-year Unitrust Protection Services Ltd veteran with MBA in Human Resource Management. Oversees compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations. Drives sustainability strategy and corporate governance initiatives across the organisation.
Jonathan Moore
Director of Operations
16-year security leader with military intelligence background. Former roles include Barclays Bank and international security firms. Focuses on client needs and service delivery excellence across diverse global operations.
Questions
What security services does Unitrust Protection Services Ltd offer?
We provide manned guarding, close protection, corporate event security, front of house services, and security consultancy tailored to client needs.
Do you operate internationally?
Yes, we deliver security solutions across Europe, the Middle East, Asia, and the UK, supporting global clients with local expertise.
How are your security officers trained?
All officers are SIA licensed, directly employed, and undergo continuous training with higher management-to-staff ratios for quality assurance.
Can you handle high-profile events?
Our experienced event managers provide tailored security for exhibitions, conferences, and red-carpet events with risk assessment and mitigation.
How do you ensure service quality?
Through SIA ACS and NSI Gold accreditation, regular audits, and a 24/7 control centre ensuring rapid response and service consistency.
What client sectors do you serve?
We protect embassies, pharmaceutical companies, educational institutions, law firms, data centres, and high-net-worth individuals globally.
Reviews (1)
Munir Chaudhary
Apr 26, 2021
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Worked in the company about 10 years ago. I learnt so much as controller, now using those skills and still working in this field. Thanks UniTrust and everyone there. Love and Miss everyone
