Paul Curtis
Hartland
Summary
Strategic Regional Loss Prevention Manager with over 30 years of experience in crime investigation and operational optimisation. Develops and implements innovative loss prevention initiatives that enhance organisational effectiveness. Cultivates strong relationships with stakeholders and law enforcement to support collaborative efforts.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Regional Loss Prevention Manager
Appleby South West Region
08.2021 - 06.2026
Regional Crime Investigator
Waitrose & Partners UK
06.2013 - 08.2021
Regional Loss Prevention Manager
Republic UK & ROI
11.2012 - 06.2013
Regional Loss Prevention Manager
Cardinal Group UK
09.2010 - 11.2012
National Accounts Manager
Paperchase UK & ROI
06.2008 - 09.2010
District Loss Prevention Manager
Borders Ltd UK (Strata)
03.2005 - 06.2008
ESS Plan Closes
Border Books and Music (Strata)
Bournemouth/Oxford/Birmingham/Milton Keynes, South West Division
08.2001 - 03.2005
Mobile Store Detective
Frances Clarke South West Region
07.1999 - 08.2001
Security Manager
Debenhams Newbury & Oxford
04.1996 - 07.1999
Close Protection Officer
Multiple Contracts
Self Employed from 1990 to 1996
SRG International/ Infraskill Security Ltd/Elite Defence/Protegimus Services.
UK/Paris/Monaco/Nice/Geneva/Holland/ROI/Singapore/Cyprus
- Maintained high levels of vigilance to detect and respond to unexpected situations promptly.
- Facilitated secure transport for clients, including route planning and vehicle safety checks.
- Conducted risk assessments and developed security plans tailored to individual client needs.
- Coordinated with local law enforcement and security teams for enhanced protection services.
- Conducted background checks and intelligence gathering to inform security strategies.
- Trained in defensive tactics, conflict de-escalation, and emergency response procedures.
- Managed access control and perimeter security to safeguard clients and their properties.
- Patrolled grounds after hours on foot to maintain visible presence and detect violations.
- Interviewed and detained witnesses for law enforcement.
Skills
- Loss Prevention Strategies
- Fraud decrction/investigations
- Auditing/Legal/H&S/Shrink/Security Compliance
- Data analysis
- Complex Investigation/Interviewing
- Investigation & Interviewing Wicklander-Zulawski
- Surveillance
- Risk Assessment
- Crisis Management
- Case File Management
- Operational Security
- LP Shrink/Staff Awareness Training
- Project planning and coordination
- Strategic planning
- Contractor Management
- Customer focused
- Deadline management/Board Reports
- Communication skill
- Conflict resolution
- Team leadership and motivation
- Operational efficiency
- Stakeholder engagement
- Premises patrol
- Physical security principles
- Radio communication proficiency
- Incident reporting accuracy
- Crime prevention
- Theft case management
- Data protection understanding
- Contract delivery frameworks
- Service agreements
- Stakeholder communication management plan
- Client Relationship Management
Custom
I am a happy confident enthusiastic person who enjoys working with people or on my own whilst maintaining a high professional standard. I maintain a high level of physical fitness over a number of years and have a positive outlook on life with great sense of humour and thrive within team environments.
Timeline
Regional Loss Prevention Manager
Appleby South West Region
08.2021 - 06.2026
Regional Crime Investigator
Waitrose & Partners UK
06.2013 - 08.2021
Regional Loss Prevention Manager
Republic UK & ROI
11.2012 - 06.2013
Regional Loss Prevention Manager
Cardinal Group UK
09.2010 - 11.2012
National Accounts Manager
Paperchase UK & ROI
06.2008 - 09.2010
District Loss Prevention Manager
Borders Ltd UK (Strata)
03.2005 - 06.2008
ESS Plan Closes
Border Books and Music (Strata)
08.2001 - 03.2005
Mobile Store Detective
Frances Clarke South West Region
07.1999 - 08.2001
Security Manager
Debenhams Newbury & Oxford
04.1996 - 07.1999
Close Protection Officer
Multiple Contracts