Physical Security Specialist

This is a great opportunity to join a marquee retail brand. You will be responsible for the daily execution and implementation of Security projects, concepts, directives, risk assessments, and strategic initiatives across all our clients UK Market locations.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES -

• • Collaborate closely with security and site location management, employees, and other business partners to ensure stringent adherence to security directives.
  • Proactively identify compliance deficiencies through routine site visits and partner with relevant management to devise and implement compliant solutions.
  • Review and/or implement constructive and technical security specifications across all locations, establishing comprehensive Security Operational Procedures for each primary site.
  • Conduct comprehensive security training for employees, ensuring all locations consistently meet Group minimum security standards.
  • Build strong relationships with local police and other security partners and other brands

• ocation Visits - Audits
  • Ensure rigorous compliance with security directives across all visited locations, including retail sites, corporate offices, and logistics and external locations for events ensuring alignment with the UK Security Manager's strategic guidance.
  • Implement industry best practices.
  • Conduct routine site visits and comprehensive assessments to identify potential risks and provide support for investigations.

• External Suppliers
  • Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with external suppliers, ensuring their adherence to the company standards, and meticulously monitoring Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and Service Level Agreement (SLA) compliance.
  • Proactively identify and report any breaches of Richemont guidelines, collaborating with the UK Security Manager to formulate and execute effective compliance strategies.
  • Perform regular reviews with security providers to uphold the highest operational standards and facilitate the development of necessary action plans.
  • Conduct site visits and comprehensive risk assessments at external supplier locations, particularly Logistics Hubs.
• Events 
  • Provide security assistance for events and assist in the development of security concepts.
  • Conduct thorough risk assessments, identify potential vulnerabilities, and propose effective mitigation strategies.
  • Be the point of contact for security matters during certain events. Assist with the Logistics and Security of the delivery and collection of product for events and photoshoots

• Security Service Centre (SSC)
  • Contribute to the ongoing development of the UK Security Service Centre, focusing on the creation of analytical tools, dashboards, and process enhancements and training SSC Operators

DIMENSION

• Geographical Scope: Primarily Greater London with additional travel to other UK locations as required. 
• Number of Locations: Responsible for 15-20 primary locations, with ad-hoc support provided for additional sites during periods of management absence.
• Travel and Flexibility: The role necessitates flexibility, including occasional late finishes following events or audits, and potential weekend work for specific events. Participation in an on-call rotation (one week per month) is required.