Head of Security, UNiDAYS
+ Bonus and can participate in Employee Assistance Program
More information about location
Student-driven rewards and brand marketing platform
Job no longer available
Student-driven rewards and brand marketing platform
201-500 employees
Job no longer available
+ Bonus and can participate in Employee Assistance Program
More information about location
201-500 employees
Company mission
To give students the power to make every experience more valuable and rewarding by offering them student discounts.
Role
Who you are
- We need a proactive leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment and isn't afraid to roll up their sleeves and tackle complex challenges head-on
- Proven track record of success: Previous experience as a Head of Security or leading security initiatives in a fast-growing, technology-driven company is a must
- Technical expertise: Deep understanding of app security, information security, and threat landscapes, with fluency in relevant tools and frameworks
- Strategic thinker: Ability to assess risks, develop comprehensive security plans, and translate complex technical concepts into actionable strategies for all stakeholders
- Leadership and communication: Strong leadership skills to build and motivate a high-performing security team, coupled with excellent communication skills to collaborate effectively with all levels of the organisation
- Proactive and hands-on: Not afraid to get involved in the trenches, identify potential issues, and implement solutions that truly secure our platform
- Passionate about security: Driven by a genuine desire to make a difference and foster a secure digital space for students worldwide
What the job involves
- We seek a dynamic and experienced Head of Security to champion security across all fronts: app security, information security, IT infrastructure, and beyond
- This is a unique opportunity to build and lead a world-class security program from the ground up
- You'll have the autonomy and authority to shape our security strategy, implement cutting-edge solutions, and foster a culture of security awareness throughout the company
- You'll work closely with diverse teams across engineering, product, and operations to ensure every aspect of our business is built with security in mind
Salary benchmarks
Otta's take
Xav Kearney
CTO of Otta
Rewarding loyal customers and offering discounts have long since been excellent strategies for brands to engage with their audience, and an example ideal audience for such engagement is students on a budget. However, discounts and rewards are fragmented by brand, leading many potential customers to miss out on the opportunity, presenting a gap in the market for a more unified student offer solution.
UNiDAYS provides a student-driven rewards and brand marketing network, partnering with brands to market discounted rewards, discounts, and opportunities to student demographics. Any student can sign up, giving them access to a large marketplace of curated freebies and deals, helping students to be rewarded for their shopping whilst greatly boosting brand engagement for the client.
Whilst there are various other brand marketing networks competing with UNiDAYS, the company shows great dominance in the market with over 13m verified student members and a 14% average conversion rate. Through its marketing network, the company claims it can empower brands to deliver multi-channel marketing experiences, whilst saving students money and enhancing their customer journey.
Insights
Few candidates hear
back within 2 weeks
0% employee growth in 12 months
Company
Company benefits
- 25 days holiday per year increasing with length of service, plus flexible bank holidays
- 4pm finishes every Friday
- Company bonus scheme
- Company pension scheme
- Private health insurance (Vitality)
- Income protection policy
- Life assurance policy
- Employee Assistance Program
- Enhanced parental leave pay
- Core hours with flexibility around how/when you manage your time
- Regular team building activities
- The latest tech and hardware will be supplied from day one
- Good Vibes Program: we know we’ve all had to adapt to new ways of working and UNiDAYS has always taken pride in the community we’ve created in the office but we’re just as committed to creating an innovative approach to fostering connections and improving engagement outside of the office! We want to boost your remote working experience so think virtual parties, pottery classes, wellness classes and guest speakers just to name a few!
- Support for home working for all new team members. We will help assess your home set up and you can expense £150 towards any additional furniture you may need to be safe and comfortable when working from home
Company HQ
Nottingham city centre, Nottingham, UK
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Founders
Jon Hawley
(Co-Founder)Graduated from Nottingham Trent University with a B.A. in Graphic Design & Branding. Previously co-founded Orb & Crash and also worked as a Mentor/Lecturer at Nottingham Trent University.
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