MANAGER, CORPORATE SECURITY AND SAFETY

BDC; Montreal; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a proactive Manager for Corporate Security and Safety. This pivotal role involves leading a dedicated team to ensure the safety and security of employees and facilities. You will engage in strategic initiatives, manage crisis situations, and oversee compliance with health and safety regulations. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills and a robust background in risk management. Join a forward-thinking organization that values diversity and offers a hybrid work model, competitive benefits, and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Employee Savings and Investment Plan

Defined Benefit Pension Plan

$750 wellness and health care spending account

Paid vacation and personal days

Flexible work model

Opportunities for training and development

Qualifications

• 5+ years in corporate security management with a focus on physical security.
• Proven experience in conducting investigations and risk assessments.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team ensuring safety and security of employees and assets.
• Manage security incident response and oversee physical security systems.

Skills

Risk Management

Health and Safety

Emergency Preparedness

Leadership

Bilingualism (French and English)

Communication Skills

Team Management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Security Management

Tools

Security Systems

Access Control Systems

Surveillance Technology

Job description

We are banking at another level.

Choosing BDC as your employer means working in a healthy, inclusive, and skilled workplace that puts forward the best conditions to bring together unique teams where employees are empowered to act. It also means being at the centre of ambitious economic and financial projects to see further and to do things differently, to fuel the success of Canadian entrepreneurs.

Choosing BDC as your employer also means:

• Flexible and competitive benefits, including an Employee Savings and Investment Plan where BDC matches part of your voluntary contributions, a Defined Benefit Pension Plan, a $750 wellness and health care spending account, to name a few

• In addition to paid vacation each year, five personal days, sick days as necessary, and our offices are closed from December 25 to January 1

• A hybrid work model that truly balances work and personal life

• Opportunities for learning, training and development, and much more...

POSITION OVERVIEW

As the Manager, Corporate Security and Safety, you will focus on core initiatives and you will lead a team which ensures the safety and security of BDC’s employees, facilities, assets, and reputation through effective leadership, planning, and implementation of security policies and programs. You will actively participate in strategic committees such as the Crisis Incident Management Team (CIMT), the health and safety committee, the Operational Risk and Compliance committee, and several others. You will be responsible for decision-making, engaging internal and external stakeholders, directing projects and crisis management efforts, as well as overseeing performance and resource management for the entire team.

This role requires a proactive individual with a strong background in risk management, health and safety, emergency preparedness, and the development and monitoring of Key Risk Indicators (KRIs) and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs). You will also oversee the Security Operations Centre (SOC), ensuring the safety and security of BDC employees and assets.

The incumbent reports directly to the Assistant Vice President, Real Estate and Facilities Management.

CHALLENGES TO BE MET

• Develop and define a vision for the team, procedures and policies that align with BDC objectives.

• Manage the department's budget and effectively allocate resources to optimize team performance.

• Oversee project deliverables, ensuring their timely completion and adherence to business objectives.

• Lead and manage security incident response, actively participating in crisis situations.

• Supervise physical security in over 100 offices nationwide, ensuring all systems (access control, surveillance, alarms) are operational. Coordinate with law enforcement and manage security contracts

• Develop and monitor KRIs and KPIs related to physical security. Prepare regular reports on security metrics.

• Oversee health and safety programs, ensuring compliance with regulations.

• Develop and maintain emergency response plans, including evacuation procedures and crisis management protocols.

• Lead security investigations and conduct risk assessments. Collaborate with stakeholders to address security concerns and incidents.

• Manage the travel security program, providing pre-travel briefings and monitoring global security developments.

• Manage the SOC, ensuring operation 24/7 and effective incident response. Oversee SOC personnel and procedures.

• Implement a security awareness program, conducting training sessions and distributing educational materials.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Security Management, or a related field.

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in corporate security management, with a focus on physical security.

• Excellent leadership qualities, including the ability to engage and coach team members, and skillfully balance multiple priorities in a fast-paced, rapidly changing work environment.

• Bilingualism is a must (French and English – spoken and written).

• Proven experience in conducting investigations and risk assessments.

• Strong knowledge of security systems and technologies.

• Strong leadership and team management abilities.

• Ability to work independently and make sound decisions under pressure.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

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Proudly one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers and one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers, we are committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, inclusive and accessible environment where all employees can thrive and feel empowered to bring their whole selves to work. If you require an accommodation to complete your application, please do not hesitate to contact us at [e-mail] .

While we appreciate all applications, we advise that only the candidates selected to participate in the recruitment process will be contacted.