Overview
As a Security Program Manager in the EMEA Physical Security Team your key responsibilities will be: Program Leadership: Own and drive the local security program, aligning with regional and global standards. Operational Oversight: Manage day-to-day security operations, including contract security personnel, incident response and compliance related activities. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with diverse business units and groups to align security initiatives with operational goals. Security Risk Assessment & Mitigation: Conduct regular risk assessments to identify vulnerabilities and implement mitigation strategies consistent with organisational policies and operational stability. Stakeholder & Vendor Engagement: Cultivate strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external partners to ensure seamless service delivery, while managing vendor contracts and contributing to budget planning and cost-effective decision making. Security Systems Support: Manage, maintain and enhance security systems and processes, identifying opportunities for improvement. Ensure operational reliability and alignment with broader security objectives for access control, CCTV and vendor coordinated services. Document Management: Maintain and evolve security documentation including policies, SOPs, work instructions and audit records. Continuous Improvement: Identify and implement optimizations to security processes, technologies and culture. Training & Awareness: Support site-wide security awareness initiatives and contribute to employee engagement efforts.
Responsibilities
* You are a great relationship-builder, a strategic thinker and a calm presence under pressure.
* You thrive in complex environments and know how to bring people together to achieve a common goal.
* You are not just managing a program; you are shaping a culture of safety and trust.
* You should have no fear of taking on new or unusual projects and always be looking to expand our role within the business.
Skills and Qualifications
* Program or project management in a corporate environment, preferably security related.
* Contract and vendor management.
* Collaboration across diverse business units and stakeholder groups.
* Document control & compliance.
* Familiarity with security systems and support functions.
* Leading site-level incident response and operational decision-making.
* Knowledge of the role access control and CCTV systems play in daily operations.
* Development & tracking of KPIs and performance metrics.
* Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to influence without authority.
* Security operations or physical security systems management expertise.
* Experience in conducting audits, risk assessments and compliance reviews.
* Proficiency in budget planning and vendor contract oversight.
* Delivery and presentation of updates to leadership and cross-functional teams.
* Familiarity of working with law enforcement or emergency services.
* Support of security programs across multiple sites or regions.
* At least 3 years’ experience in a similar role.
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