Director Executive Protection, Travel, and Event Security

Barclays UK; London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a highly skilled Executive Protection Specialist to lead security operations for high-profile individuals. This role involves strategic planning, risk assessment, and the development of comprehensive protection plans. You will collaborate with various teams to ensure the safety and security of executives during travel and events. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills and a deep understanding of security management practices. Join a dynamic environment where your expertise will directly contribute to the safety and success of key personnel.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in executive protection and security operations.
• Strong analytical skills for threat assessments and risk mitigation.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement protection plans for high-profile individuals.
• Oversee security arrangements for executive travel and events.

Skills

Executive Protection

Risk Assessment

Strategic Planning

CCTV and Control Systems

Stakeholder Management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Security Management or related field

Professional Security Certification

Tools

Intelligence Tools

Travel Security Software

Job description

• Responsible for providing specialist personal protection and security services, supporting regional teams to ensure effective, efficient, and consistent delivery of Travel, Event, and Personal Security operations globally across the business.
• Oversee security arrangements and risk mitigation for Executive Committee and High-Risk Personnel.
• Lead the strategic planning and execution of intelligence-led Executive Protection, Security, and Chauffeur Services for Barclays High-Risk Personnel (HRP), including the Group Chairman, CEO, and members of Group ExCo and Non-Executive Directors, both on and off Barclays premises. Act as SME advising senior stakeholders on HRP risks and operations.
• Ensure threat assessments are completed for all HRPs with appropriate mitigation strategies using various intelligence tools.
• Lead the delivery of the bank’s Travel Security programme, ensuring consistent standards in Travel Advice/Approvals, Hotel and Car Service assessments, and physical security support based on intelligence assessments.
• Provide proactive traveller engagement, assistance, and security support before and during visits. Collaborate with Global Travel and Expense Services to implement innovative engagement, risk monitoring, traveller tracking, incident reporting, and training systems.

Purpose of the role

Develop and implement protection plans and strategies for high-profile individuals within the bank.

Accountabilities

• Develop and implement executive protection strategies and contingency plans through threat assessments, security plans, and coordination with security providers.
• Design travel security strategies for international and domestic travel, including risk assessments, security planning, route planning, and training.
• Develop event security strategies for bank-sponsored events, collaborating with corporate access and event teams.
• Manage security operations at bank facilities using control systems, CCTV, and security personnel to ensure safety of high-profile individuals.
• Manage stakeholder relationships with senior executives, colleagues, and vendors to align security operations with bank objectives.

Director Expectations

• Manage a business function, contribute to strategic initiatives, and influence policies and procedures. Lead or contribute to complex, organization-wide projects.
• Lead a large team or sub-function, fostering a performance culture aligned with the bank's values, or act as a technical expert and thought leader in projects.
• Provide expert advice to senior management and committees, influencing decisions beyond the immediate function.
• Manage resourcing, budgeting, and policy creation for significant sub-functions.
• Ensure compliance with policies and regulations, and promote adherence.
• Monitor and influence external environment, regulators, and advocacy groups on behalf of Barclays.
• Maintain comprehensive knowledge of industry practices, sector developments, and external market trends.
• Apply advanced analytical and interpretative skills to solve complex or sensitive problems.
• Make significant strategic decisions within own area, negotiate and influence stakeholders at senior levels, and act as a principal contact for key clients and partners.
• Serve as a spokesperson for the function and business division.

All Senior Leaders are expected to embody leadership behaviours: Listen and be authentic, Energise and inspire, Align across the enterprise, and Develop others. All colleagues should demonstrate Barclays Values: Respect, Integrity, Service, Excellence, and Stewardship, along with the Barclays Mindset: Empower, Challenge, and Drive.