UCP Group

UCP Group Specialists in close protection training and security operations, delivering professional development programmes across international academies.
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Focused on real-world skills, operational readiness, and globally recognised qualifications. UCP (UK) is a specialist close protection operations and training company, forming the security training division of the UCP Group of Companies, a trusted global brand recognised for quality and operational standards. If you are looking to build a career as a Close Protection Operative, UCP delivers indust

ry-leading training designed to prepare you for real-world roles. Our programmes combine advanced firearms instruction, tactical driving, and proven protection techniques used by top-tier security professionals worldwide. Train with confidence, gain recognised qualifications, and develop the skills required to operate at the highest level within the international security industry.

19/06/2026

Happy follow-versary to my awesome followers. Thanks for all your support!

Ján Takáč

Ladies and gentlemen. Please read this post carefully before sending your CV.if your CV does not exactly fit the positio...
14/06/2026

Ladies and gentlemen. Please read this post carefully before sending your CV.
if your CV does not exactly fit the position do not send..

**To be considered for this post, you must have experience as a valet**

*~Not CP~*

*Professional Team Valet Required*

We are looking for a team valet to support an *Olympic Committee Asian Games Equestrian team*.

*The role will include but is not limited to:*
1. Travelling ahead of the team to check hotels and accommodation.
2. Insuring safe transport of baggage to and from locations around the EU and Japan.
3. Domestic tasks such as organising laundry, checking kit, organising meals in transit.
4. Generally assisting the team with food, accommodation, transport and travel.

The base of operations will be Northern Europe. Some time in Japan. May include other travel.

*Requirements:*
- UK or EU passport
- Good command of English

*Advantages:*
- Ex-military
- SIA licence

- *Start* - ASAP
- *End* - 1st week October (aprox.)

- *Accommodation* is provided
- *Transport* provided when travelling with or on behalf of the team
- *Remuneration* is £800-£1200pw depending on experience, CV and references

Further information on signing of NDA.

If interested please send head and shoulders photo and CV.
Send CV to [email protected]

Remember folks, treat this as your first interview “getting the CV to connect with the job”

* *DO NOT APPLY FOR THIS POSITION, UNLESS YOU ARE SUITABLY QUALIFIED.*

13/06/2026

SERE (Survival, Evasion, Resistance & Escape) training is becoming an increasingly valuable skill within the private security contractor sector.
Have you got what it takes to know when to escape your captor ?
have you got what it takes to resist interrogation for the good of the team?

This specialist training develops resilience, decision-making under pressure, environmental awareness, fieldcraft, navigation, risk management, and the ability to operate effectively in challenging and isolated environments.

For security professionals working in remote, high-risk, or unstable regions, SERE skills can be critical. The training prepares individuals to respond confidently to unexpected situations, maintain personal safety, support team survival, and increase operational effectiveness when conventional support may be limited.

In an industry where preparation can make all the difference, SERE training helps build the mindset, skills, and confidence needed to overcome adversity and return home safely.

12/06/2026

🔥 CLOSE PROTECTION LEVEL 3 SIA TRAINING 🔥
📍 Canary Wharf, London
📅 3rd August 2026
£2400 + Vat
In association with 3Sixty Protection..
18 Days of essential knowledge with SME "real world" speakers that will deliver their long careers to your ears..

Not all Close Protection courses are created equal.
At UCP Group, we train with one goal in mind: preparing you for real-world employment opportunities with high-calibre clients. Attention to detail, professionalism, teamwork, and operational standards are at the core of everything we do.

Why choose us?
✅ Recruitment-focused training
✅ Globally recognised instructors
✅ Real operational experience from active professionals
✅ Industry-leading Executive Protection knowledge
✅ Guidance towards employment opportunities worldwide
✅ Training standards aligned with elite client expectations

Before booking any Close Protection course, ask yourself:
• Can the provider help with employment opportunities globally?
• Are the instructors recognised and respected across the industry?
• Do the trainers actively operate within the profession?
• Is the knowledge being taught current, relevant, and delivered to the highest standards?
If you're serious about a career in Close Protection and want training backed by experience, credibility, and proven results, this is the course for you.
Your future career starts with the decisions you make today.

🎯 Secure your place now and take the first step towards becoming a professional Close Protection Operative.
[email protected]

Hey folks, We have a Close Protection Course coming up August 3rd 2026 The full CPO L3 SIA applicable + Advanced Surveil...
11/06/2026

Hey folks,

We have a Close Protection Course coming up August 3rd 2026
The full CPO L3 SIA applicable + Advanced Surveillance tagged on for good measure.
Location is our Canary Wharf Academy for the Executive Protection session, and then we move to the Kent Academy for the Surveillance Training.

Now the bits you need to know..
This course is for UK right to work participants only (see our other courses for none UK RTW)
Make sure you have an in-date by 12 months Medic award
Both your ACT's in date
Booked by June 30th latest to claim your extra 7 days surveillance training.
Cost of this course is £2400 + Vat
Book the course through [email protected] to claim your extra surveillance advanced course by June 30th 2026.

Simple..

Once you are trained with a pass you will be part of the UCP Alumni opening up opportunities for work placement globally.





Detail folks!!!One of the most overlooked skills in the security and close protection industry isn't fi****ms, medical t...
11/06/2026

Detail folks!!!
One of the most overlooked skills in the security and close protection industry isn't fi****ms, medical training, surveillance, or driving.
It's attention to detail.
Every week we send out recruitment opportunities, training courses and yet we receive messages asking for information that is already clearly stated on the course flyer, website, or job advertisement.
Even more concerning are CVs from individuals who do not possess the mandatory qualifications, licences, experience, or legal requirements that are clearly listed in the role description. Please apply ONLY if you reach the minimum requirements.
Many see this as a minor inconvenience. I see it as an insight into professional standards.
If someone cannot take the time to read and understand straightforward instructions before applying for a role, how can they be trusted to follow a client's brief, operational orders, emergency procedures, or risk management protocols?
In close protection, details matter.
Missing a route change, misunderstanding an instruction, overlooking a threat indicator, or failing to follow a procedure can have serious consequences.
Sometimes the application process starts long before the interview.
The way a candidate reads, understands, and responds to information tells you a great deal about how they may perform operationally.
Before sending that message or application, ask yourself:
Have I actually read the information provided?
Because in this industry, attention to detail isn't a bonus skill—it's a fundamental requirement.
REMEMBER YOUR FIRST ENGAGEMENT LASTS AND YOU NEED A POSITIVE FIRST TIME...

PGS ARE HIRING – CLOSE PROTECTION OPERATOR PGS Solution is seeking an experienced Close Protection Operator to join an e...
10/06/2026

PGS ARE HIRING – CLOSE PROTECTION OPERATOR

PGS Solution is seeking an experienced Close Protection Operator to join an established team based in Dubai on a rotational deployment.

Requirements:

• European Close Protection qualification
• Previous military or law enforcement experience
• Strong local knowledge of Dubai and the UAE
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Professional appearance and conduct
• Ability to work within a team environment
• Valid driving licence
• Fluent English (additional languages advantageous)
• Willingness to undertake international travel

What We Offer:

• Opportunity to work within an established close protection team
• International travel opportunities
• Professional and dynamic working environment
• Competitive remuneration package

To apply, please send your CV to:
[email protected]

Only candidates meeting the essential criteria will be considered.

06/06/2026

Better than a Ferrari

Sports Star Protection – Is This Sector Really For You?Premier League footballers, World Cup stars, Olympic athletes, NH...
04/06/2026

Sports Star Protection – Is This Sector Really For You?
Premier League footballers, World Cup stars, Olympic athletes, NHL players..
Between club wages, sponsorship deals, endorsements, and investment portfolios worth hundreds of millions, even billions.
The question is: Is sports star protection the sector for you?
My name is Criss Watts, and I remember the days of SMG Sports Management Group in London, working around people like Gary Lineker and some of the biggest names in football. Security was low-key back then, but the professionals involved were among the very best in the business.
Today, things have changed beyond recognition. (not for the worst)
One of my last major football clients was Riyad Mahrez during his journey through Leicester City and beyond before his move to Saudi Arabia. Working with elite athletes since the 1990s taught me that protecting sports stars is unlike any other area of Close Protection.
Most top-level footballers become stars between the ages of 19 and 21. They may remain at the top of the game for the next decade, earning extraordinary amounts of money.
As their Protection Officer, you become more than security.
You are the confidant, chaperone, problem solver, driver, daily decision maker, trusted adviser, father figure, older brother, Godparent, counsellor, and even the best friend to their pet.
You may find yourself arranging travel in the morning, dealing with family issues at lunchtime, advising on personal security in the afternoon, and helping them navigate life decisions in the evening. The list never ends.
This sector is unforgiving for those who rely solely on qualifications. An SIA licence and a handful of courses each year won't cut the mustard.
Real-life knowledge cannot be taught in a classroom.
It can only be learned through experience.
I was fortunate in becoming a father at 16 and raising six children and now enjoying 13 grandchildren, this taught me more about people, responsibility, patience, and problem-solving than any training course ever could.
In this profession, you have to understand your clients family completely.
If they play golf, you learn golf.
If they love gaming, you understand gaming.
If they develop a new hobby, you learn that too.
Play what they play. Understand what they understand. Connect with their world.
Adapt or lose your position.
One minute you might be operating in South America, Africa, or the Middle East dealing with real-world security challenges. The next, you're playing "Call of Duty" with your client after returning from a real call of duty. For most people, that contrast is surreal.
Now at 61 years old I have used every one of those years to develop my skills, refine my knowledge, and polish the abilities that allow me to remain at the top of my profession.
The truth is that the skills needed to become a true professional in Close Protection go far beyond licences and certificates.
Experience. Judgement. Adaptability. Emotional intelligence. Life knowledge.



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