Can you tell us a little about yourself and how you came to work at Knight Protection?

After finishing my degree in Business and Law at university, I knew I wanted to move into the corporate world, but I was not entirely sure where I would fit.

I joined Knight Protection in the Technical Department, where I supported the team with administrative work and began learning more about the services we provide for our clients. After six months, an opportunity came up to join the Business Development team as a Technical Security Advisor. Over the past ten months, I have moved into my current role as Residential Security Advisor, where I support our private clients with tailored security solutions for their homes.

What does your role as a Residential Security Advisor involve on a day-to-day basis?

No two weeks ever look the same, which is something I really enjoy about the role.

A typical week might involve visiting several clients to review their properties and the security measures they currently have in place. From there, we provide recommendations on improvements or next steps to help ensure their homes are properly protected.

Alongside this, I also attend networking events within the private client sector. Building relationships with trusted professional contacts is an important part of the role and helps ensure clients can access the right expertise when they need it.

What do you enjoy most about your role?

For me, the best part is getting out to meet clients and partners. Every conversation is different, and those meetings allow you to build trusted relationships while really understanding what people need.

That understanding is what enables us to create the right security solutions for each individual situation.

What has your experience been like as a woman working in what is traditionally a male dominated industry?

I have always tried to look at it positively. Being a woman in a male dominated industry can mean that you stand out in certain rooms, but that can work to your advantage because you are not easily overlooked.

Sometimes it can even open doors to introductions or conversations that might otherwise have been harder to start. I have also been very fortunate to have strong support from the team at Knight Protection, which has helped me build confidence when working in those environments.

What is one thing people might be surprised to learn about your job?

People often assume security advice is quite standardised, but in reality it is very personal.

Every client has different concerns and different circumstances, so the conversations we have need to be open and honest. Trust is essential. Our role is to understand those concerns and create solutions that give clients peace of mind while allowing them to live their lives as normally as possible.

What is something you are proud of achieving in your role?

One of the things I am most proud of is the confidence I have developed. Over time, I have become much more comfortable leading client meetings, presenting solutions clearly, and contributing more actively within the team.

That growth has been really rewarding to see.

What advice would you give to another woman thinking about a career in security?

Do not let the fact that it is a male dominated industry put you off.

There is a huge amount of opportunity within the security sector, and if you are willing to learn, ask questions, and put yourself forward, people will respect that. Be confident in what you bring to the table, seek out mentors who support you, and do not be afraid to share your perspective. The security industry benefits from having more women in it.