Imperial Security provides SIA-licensed corporate security guards for offices, professional service firms and commercial buildings in Golders Green, from reception-based access control to internal patrols and incident response.
We work with property managers, law firms, investment offices and healthcare providers who need staff to present well to visitors, keep entrances secure and respond calmly if something goes wrong. Our guards are briefed on your building's layout, opening hours and visitor procedures before the first shift, so cover starts smoothly and stays consistent.
Golders Green's commercial floorspace sits along and just off Golders Green Road, where ground-floor retail units share buildings with offices above, and the area around the Northern line station and bus garage functions as the busiest access point most of the day. Barnet Council's own town centre strategy has flagged the station and bus interchange area as poorly lit and in need of better surveillance, which matters for any office building nearby where staff arrive early, leave late or receive visitors and deliveries through a street-facing entrance.
That mix of retail frontage, small professional offices and heavy footfall around the station means many Golders Green commercial buildings do not have a dedicated, secure entrance in the way a purpose-built office block would. A guard on reception or on patrol has to manage a shared or street-level entrance, verify who is coming in, and keep an eye on the building while still being approachable to legitimate visitors and clients.
7 Day Rolling Contract
No hidden fees, hassle free, Flexible. Not locked into a long-term contract. Easy to scale up or down
Sector Specific Experience
Each security guard is selected based on experience relevant to that specific sector
Street Wise & Vigilant
Local, street-smart expertly trained to protect & deter threats. Confident & observant
| What Our Golders Green Corporate Security Service Provides
Our guards are briefed to work in shared entrances and street-facing offices as easily as a dedicated corporate lobby, covering the following duties.
Reception and access control
Our guards manage visitor check-ins, enforce access control at street-level and shared entrances, and act as the first point of contact so only authorised people reach your offices.
Internal and external patrols
Routine patrols cover stairwells, service areas, back entrances off the high street and any car park or loading point, checking that doors are secure and nothing has been left unattended.
Emergency response and incident management
Guards are trained to respond promptly to fire alarms, evacuations, medical incidents or security concerns, keeping disruption to your working day to a minimum.
Conflict resolution and customer service
Our guards de-escalate tension calmly while staying professional with clients, staff and visitors, acting as both a protective presence and a representative of your business.
Liaison with authorities
We coordinate with local police, emergency services and your onsite management when a security concern needs to be escalated, so the right people are involved quickly.
Out-of-hours building checks
For offices open outside normal high street hours, guards carry out scheduled checks of entrances and communal areas so the building is never left unattended overnight.
| Who We Provide Corporate Security For In Golders Green
Golders Green's office occupiers range from small professional practices above shops to multi-floor commercial buildings, each with different visitor patterns and staffing needs.
Law firms and professional practices
Solicitors and other professional firms handling confidential client meetings need a controlled, discreet reception presence that also protects sensitive paperwork and files.
Investment and financial offices
Firms handling client funds and sensitive data need visible access control and a guard who can verify visitors properly before they reach working floors.
Healthcare providers
Private clinics and healthcare offices need a calm, reassuring presence at reception, plus support managing patients and visitors during busy appointment periods.
Retail-business hybrids
Buildings combining ground-floor retail with offices above need a guard comfortable managing a busy street entrance while still controlling who goes upstairs.
We also cover retail security and key holding for businesses in the same buildings and streets, so a single provider can look after both your office and any ground-floor unit.
| The Security Problems We Solve In Golders Green
Many Golders Green office buildings were not designed with a dedicated corporate entrance, and the area's mix of retail, transport and professional use creates specific enquiries from facilities managers.
Shared or street-level entrances
Offices above shops or in mixed-use buildings often share a single street door with other tenants. We station a guard at that entrance to check identity and purpose of visit before anyone goes further into the building.
Footfall and distraction near the station and bus interchange
Buildings close to the Underground station and bus garage deal with high pedestrian footfall throughout the day. Our guards stay alert to loitering or unwanted attention near entrances without disrupting genuine passers-by or customers.
Deliveries and service access
Rear service areas and loading points used by both retail and office tenants need clear control so deliveries are checked and unauthorised access is prevented. Guards log and supervise deliveries as part of their patrol routine.
Poorly lit approach routes
Barnet Council's own town centre review has identified poor lighting around the station and bus station area as a concern. Staff leaving offices during darker months benefit from a visible guard presence and, where needed, an escort to a car or bus stop.
| Why Choose Imperial Security In Golders Green
Local operating knowledge
Our guards understand how Golders Green's mixed retail and office buildings work day to day, from managing shared entrances to coordinating with neighbouring shop staff and building management.
We cover offices across NW11 and the surrounding streets, including buildings near Golders Green Road, North End Road and Finchley Road.
Flexible contracts
A 7 day rolling contract lets you scale cover up for busy periods or client visits and back down again without being tied into a lengthy agreement.
Vetting, licensing and insurance
Every guard we place on a Golders Green assignment meets our company standards.
- Valid SIA licensing: appropriate to the role & verified qualifications
- BS 7858 compliant vetting: five-year employment & education history
- Enhanced DBS checks: The level appropriate for your sector
- Professional reference verification: All previous security employers
- Insurance: Public liability, employers' liability & professional indemnity
- First aid trained: Emergency response & CPR certified
- ACT counter-terrorism awareness training: Threat recognition & response certified
| How Our Golders Green Service Operates
01
Initial enquiry
You tell us about your building, entrances and the cover you need. We ask about visitor volumes, opening hours and any shared access arrangements with other tenants.
02
Site assessment
We review your building's layout, including any shared street entrances, rear access and parking, to identify where a guard adds the most value.
03
Written proposal
We provide a clear proposal covering guard numbers, hours and duties, so you know exactly what is included before agreeing to anything.
04
Guard selection and briefing
We select guards with relevant sector experience and brief them on your building's access points, visitor procedures and emergency contacts before their first shift.
05
Deployment
Guards begin cover on the agreed start date, managing reception, patrols and access control according to the procedures set out in your proposal.
06
Ongoing review
We check in regularly to confirm the cover still matches your building's needs and adjust hours or duties as your business changes.
Get your free Golders Green corporate security quote
Send us your address or postcode, building type, start date, hours needed, number of entrances and what prompted the enquiry, and we will put together a written proposal.
Call us on 0208 088 2878, or send your details through the quote form and we will come back to you with a written proposal.
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