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Steeped in British heritage, with all of its operators being former elite branches of the UK Military and Special Forces.
VERNDA International is a private security company in London, with its primary focus on providing world class VIP Close Protection.
We are a specialist security company founded in 2019. Based in London, that works globally at the elite end of the private security sector.
We pride ourselves on our core values of Excellence, Integrity, Humility and Confidentiality. These are the cornerstone of our organisation and determine our every move.
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About Vernda International
As an industry professional Mr. English’s passion, experience and vast network led him to develop an elite British security firm. Supplying top tier professionals to work as part of a team or individually, to execute the task at hand seamlessly.
Jack recognised that clients benefited from having a professional, experienced & switched on operator. Someone to lead the way for them and manage all of their protection & security needs. He created Vernda International, to provide top notch Close Protection Operator’s for VIP clients.
Providing world class Close Protection security services that go above and beyond. Offering solutions to protect people, property, and assets.
Our services are tailored to the unique needs of our clients & our clients choose us for our exceptional communication, discretion, diligence and professionalism.
What is Close Protection?
CPO
Skills
Role
A close protection operator (CPO) is a highly trained specialist and licensed security professional. They are responsible for ensuring the safety and well-being of individuals. These are typically high-profile clients such as celebrities, politicians, executives, or dignitaries.
Role
Skills
Role
The primary role is to assess potential risks and provide proactive security measures, including threat detection, risk mitigation, and physical protection, to prevent harm or dangerous situations.
Dedication to safeguarding the client makes them a crucial asset in preserving personal security and peace of mind.
Skills
Skills
Skills
Close protection operators must possess excellent situational awareness, physical fitness, and crisis management skills. They must excel and thrive at working in small teams and alone where possible. Maintaining vivid concentration, alertness, surveillance and swift response capabilities that constantly evolve.
provision of security services
In 2005 our regulatory body, the Security Industry Authority (SIA), made the provision of security services licensable and legal. In order to work legally as a Personal Protection Officer within the UK, a valid licence in level 3 in Close Protection by the SIA is a mandatory requirement.
Related specialist services such as security for A-List Celebrities, Residential Security, and Asset Protection to name a few, by Law, must be undertaken by qualified and licensed security professionals in level 3 Close Protection.
At Vernda International, our close protection operators are highly skilled individuals, all qualified to a level 3 standard. In addition to being legally licensed, our team members possess very unique specialist security skills and experience.
We adhere to the highest standards, fully complying with the code of practice BS7858:2019 by the British Standards Institution (BSI).
Top tier Team
To assemble a world class team, we recruit hand picked individuals from top tier Elite UK Military organisations including UK Special Forces. Many many years of military experience and operational tours all over the world. Along with a multitude of different life experiences, who thrive under pressure and were born to lead. Operators that go above and beyond for our clients.
A wide array of specialist operatives. Having vast security experience in the private and commercial sectors, working with a wide contrast of clients. Spanning high profile, high net worth individuals and businesses across the entire globe.
There is no area that we cant cover or have experience in. Our team of operators are exceptional and go the extra mile to make sure the job is carried out without a blemish.
This approach allows us to be able to offer a one-of-a-kind, bespoke and tailored package. Facilitating every need for our vastly different and diverse client base. We are world class specialists at the forefront of executive protection skill sets. Our Close Protection Operators are available 24/7 and can move at short notice to facilitate our clients specific personal needs.