Personal Security Staff

Personal Security Staff Duties and Responsibilities 

• Planning journeys and itineraries in the interests of heightening security
• Undertaking thorough location checks
• Carrying out thorough checks on individuals coming into contact with the Principal
• Escorting and protecting the Principal and his family at all times

Xerendipity Directors and our Household Staff Recruiters take our client’s safety, and that of their families, very seriously and demand that our Security Staff do the same.  

Only the very best, most dedicated and competent candidates will be considered, as our clients must have absolute confidence and trust that their personal security and family’s security is being protected.

Personal Security Staff for Private Family VIP HNW UHNW Individuals responsibility may include, but not limited to:

Personal Security Staff for Evaluation of Threats

A Personal Security Staff’s primary responsibility is to evaluate potential threats. 

They are charged with ensuring that the client avoids putting themselves and their families in danger, as much as possible. 

This requires extensive planning and knowledge of the Principal’s movements.  

All journeys should be studied and locations thoroughly checked.  

Personal Security Staff for Private Family VIP HNW UHNW Individuals must be able to confidently and competently plan and present a secure itinerary after evaluating potential risks along the route.

Personal Security Staff for Escorting

A Personal Security Staff is expected to escort the Principal wherever he or she goes, continually surveying the area and locating potential threats. 

When working in a team, they must also remain in close contact, sharing information that may help evaluate the risk level of any situation (such as suspicious activity, loitering, security breaches etc.).  

The Personal Security Staff should avoid leaving the Principal for any reason, effective communication with other members of the security team may help eliminate potential threats before the Principal comes into proximity or contact with it. 

Personal Security Staff for Private Family VIP HNW UHNW Individuals is also expected to drive their Principal in urgent situations.  

They must have advanced driving skills and experience to ensure a quick, safe exit from threatening situations. 

Personal Security Staff for Protection

A Personal Security Staff for Private Family VIP HNW UHNW Individuals must be able to protect their client in any situation. 

They must, therefore, be physically fit and capable of defending the client against physical attacks. Increasing numbers of security professionals are opting for martial art skills as effective techniques to eliminate risks quickly and effectively and, if it’s possible, without causing excessive damage.   

They should also be ready to write up regular reports documenting unusual or suspect behaviour, including suspect equipment, non-authorised entries and individuals, loitering and more. 

They must have extensive knowledge of local laws, regulations, and any court, legal or political proceedings relevant to the Principal.