Strategic Safety & Security Lead – Luxury Retail UAE

Chanel, Inc.; Dubai; On-site; AED 201,000 - 290,000; Full time

Job summary

CHANEL seeks a Safety & Security Coordinator to drive safety and security operations across its UAE locations, protecting people, boutiques and assets. You will partner with HR, Finance, Marketing and external partners to implement standards and ensure timely investigations and reporting.

The role offers exposure to luxury retail risk management, regulatory compliance and operational resilience, with cross-functional governance and ongoing capability building for the business.

Qualifications

• University degree in Security Studies, Risk Management, Criminology, International Relations, Business Administration or related field.
• At least 3 years of relevant experience in corporate security, safety, risk management, luxury retail or related operational environment.
• Working knowledge of UAE safety and security regulatory requirements is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate day-to-day safety and security activities across CHANEL boutiques, offices and other locations in the UAE.
• Conduct site visits and follow up on identified safety risks with corrective actions.
• Support incident response, ensuring proper documentation, escalation and follow-up.
• Coordinate security investigations, including fact-finding, evidence gathering and reporting.
• Assist with implementation and continuous improvement of safety and security procedures.
• Coordinate safety arrangements for new locations, renovations, events and projects.
• Monitor compliance with UAE safety and security regulatory requirements.
• Maintain up-to-date compliance records including Civil Defense certifications and health cards.
• Coordinate regulatory inspections and follow-up on findings and actions.
• Plan and deliver safety and security training and awareness activities.
• Support development and distribution of safety communications and guidelines.
• Assist with procurement activities related to safety and security services.

Skills

Safety & security

Risk management

Analytical reporting

Microsoft Office

Education

University degree in Security Studies, Risk Management, Criminology, International Relations, Business Administration or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

CHANEL seeks a Safety & Security Coordinator to drive safety and security operations across its UAE locations, protecting people, boutiques and assets. You will partner with HR, Finance, Marketing and external partners to implement standards and ensure timely investigations and reporting.

The role offers exposure to luxury retail risk management, regulatory compliance and operational resilience, with cross-functional governance and ongoing capability building for the business.