Business Details
48 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Trusted Security Solutions for Commercial and High-Profile Clients
Unitrust Protection Services Protection Services has been delivering bespoke security solutions since 1978, specialising in high-end corporate security and close protection for ultra-high-net-worth individuals. Our direct employment model ensures rigorous training and retention of SIA-licensed officers, supported by a management team with decades of industry experience. We serve a global client base including Middle Eastern royalty, pharmaceutical giants, and diplomatic institutions, maintaining a 95% client retention rate through tailored service delivery.Our strategic partnerships with law enforcement and military professionals enhance our operational capabilities, while our investment in technology like the 24/7 Control & Monitoring Centre ensures rapid response to incidents. With over 27m annual turnover and recognition as a top 5% UK ACS company, we combine tradition with innovation to meet evolving security challenges.
Services
Manned Guarding
Close Protection
Corporate Event Security
Front of House
Security Consultancy
Details
- Year established: 1978
Highlights and features
- 40+ years' experience protecting high-profile clients and critical infrastructure
- All security officers directly employed and SIA-licensed with specialist training
- 24/7 Control & Monitoring Centre operational 365 days a year
- 95% client retention rate through tailored service delivery
- Proven track record supporting international clients across 5 continents
Associations and certifications
- Security Industry Authority (SIA) Approved Contractor Scheme
- National Security Inspectorate (NSI) Gold
What people say
Highly trained operatives
Flexible and attentive
Exceeded expectations
Proven international capability
Excellent client communication
Services
Manned Guarding
Our SIA-licensed security officers provide 24/7 premises protection with NSI Gold-standard service. Officers undergo rigorous selection and continuous professional development, supported by a management team with operational experience across corporate, diplomatic, and high-risk environments. Clients benefit from our 40-year track record and 24-hour control centre support.
Close Protection
Specialist protection services for high-net-worth individuals and corporate executives. Our personnel, primarily recruited from military and law enforcement backgrounds, provide discreet security solutions for residential, travel, and event requirements. With proven capability to deploy teams internationally, we offer tailored protection plans combining threat assessment with operational flexibility.
Corporate Event Security
Comprehensive security for high-profile corporate events including conferences, exhibitions, and red-carpet functions. Our trained personnel adapt to client needs with uniform options ranging from plain clothes to formal attire. Event managers conduct detailed risk assessments and implement access control, crowd management, and asset protection measures for events handling valuable exhibits.
Security Consultancy
Expert security consulting services covering risk analysis, threat mitigation, and facility security planning. Our consultants develop bespoke solutions for complex security challenges, including site audits, security documentation, and future-proofing infrastructure. Clients receive strategic guidance to optimise security investments while maintaining operational efficiency.
Front of House
Professional reception and concierge services combining security with customer service excellence. SIA-licensed personnel manage access control, visitor registration, and event coordination while maintaining client brand standards. Our team integrates seamlessly with client operations, providing switchboard management, mail handling, and meeting room coordination across commercial premises.
People
Paul Griffin
Chair
Founder's son with 34 years' service, progressing from HR Manager to Chair. Provides continuity for long-term clients and oversees strategic direction as major shareholder and board member.
Ken Stewart
Security & Risk Director
Former City of London Police senior detective with Counter Terrorism expertise. Awarded Queens Police Medal in 2014. Brings 5 years' corporate security experience managing prestigious London sites including The Gherkin.
Clare Templeman
Director of Finance
Chartered accountant with 15 years' financial leadership experience. Oversees finance department operations and client contract financial management for multi-million pound security contracts across international jurisdictions.
Scott Gough
Managing Director
25-year security industry veteran with expertise in corporate security for banking, media, and pharmaceutical sectors. Active in industry governance as member of City Security Council and Crime Prevention Association.
Jonathan Moore
Director of Operations
16-year security leader with military intelligence background. Oversees operational delivery across global locations including Middle East and Asia. Former Barclays Bank security executive with proven team leadership in complex environments.
Questions
What security accreditations does Unitrust Protection Services Protection Services hold?
We maintain SIA Approved Contractor Scheme status and NSI Gold accreditation for static guarding services, with all officers SIA-licensed to industry-leading standards.
Do you provide international security services?
Yes, we deploy security teams across Europe, Middle East, Asia and North America, supporting multinational corporations and high-profile individuals with global security requirements.
What sectors do you specialise in?
We protect clients in pharmaceuticals, finance, diplomatic services, education, media, and confidential research, with specialist expertise in securing high-net-worth individuals and corporate executives.
How do you ensure service quality?
Through direct employment of trained officers, comprehensive management oversight, and our 24/7 Control & Monitoring Centre ensuring rapid response and continuous service improvement.
What ESG commitments do you have?
We maintain environmental policies for sustainable operations, with dedicated ESG Director driving initiatives aligned with global sustainability standards and corporate responsibility goals.
