Head of Security at Robert Walters

Robert Walters is a global, specialist professional recruitment consultancy. "Our story begins in 1985, when our CEO, Robert Walters, opened the first office in Central London. Rob has led the company ever since and has the same passion and commitment today. Over the last 30 years the business has grown and so has our ambition. We now operate across 25 countries and employ over 2,900 people. It’s a powerful success story built on the strength of our people. Organizations rely on us to find high quality professionals for a range of specialist roles. Professionals who are looking for a new role, whether it’s on a permanent, interim or contract basis, trust us to find them their ideal job.
About the job

A leading manufacturing Group is hiring for an experienced Head of Security. This role will provide strategic leadership and oversight for all physical security operations across the Group's manufacturing plants, distribution centers, warehouses, offices, and other business locations. The role is responsible for developing and implementing enterprise-wide security strategies, policies, and procedures to safeguard the organization's people, assets, facilities, products, and reputation.

Role Responsibilities

Develop and implement the Group's physical security strategy aligned with organizational objectives.
Lead and manage security operations across multiple sites nationwide.
Establish security policies, procedures, standards, and governance frameworks to ensure consistent implementation across the business
Oversee the protection of all company assets, facilities, personnel, inventory, and critical infrastructure.
Direct security operations at manufacturing plants, warehouses, distribution centers, depots, and corporate offices.
Serve as the primary security advisor to executive leadership on security risks, emerging threats, and mitigation strategies
Conduct security risk assessments and vulnerability analyses across business operations

Candidate Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Security Management, Criminology, Business Administration, Social Sciences, Military Studies, or a related field.
Professional security certifications will be an advantage.
Minimum of 10 years' progressive experience in physical security management, with significant leadership responsibilities.
Proven experience leading security operations across multiple locations within a large FMCG or manufacturing organization.
Experience operating at a senior management level, preferably at General Manager (GM) or Assistant General Manager (AGM) level.
Demonstrated track record of developing and implementing enterprise-wide security strategies.