VP, EMEA Workplace Safety & Fire Life Safety

JP Morgan Chase; Greater London; On-site; GBP 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

J.P. Morgan is seeking a Head of Workplace Safety, EMEA – Vice President to lead the Fire & Life Safety, Health & Safety and EHS risk governance for the global real estate portfolio across the EMEA region.

The role requires strategic thinking to manage a multi-country portfolio, regulatory compliance, and executive reporting. The candidate will oversee risk-based safety programs, incident response, and collaboration with Facilities Management, Engineering and Legal teams to safeguard assets and

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in Fire & Life Safety, Workplace Safety, Engineering Risk or Facilities Management.
• Senior leadership experience across a multi-country corporate portfolio.
• Deep technical expertise in fire safety systems, emergency management and regulatory compliance.
• Strong knowledge of H&S, EHS and operational risk management practices.
• Experience developing regional policies, governance programs and executive reporting.
• Ability to influence senior stakeholders; strong communication and public speaking skills.
• Proven ability to manage safety programs and lead cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead EMEA Fire & Life Safety strategy, governance model, standards, playbooks and operating framework.
• Regional SME for fire protection, life-safety systems, emergency planning and regulatory compliance.
• Oversee fire risk assessments, compliance reviews, QA inspections, drills and remediation plans.
• Govern Fire Wardens and First Aiders, Incident Management and Emergency Response programs.
• Provide FLS guidance for major construction, refurbishment and workplace transformation projects.
• Oversee Health & Safety programs and ensure compliance with local laws and corporate standards.
• Oversee inspections, audits, risk assessments and safety improvement plans.
• Maintain EHS governance across environmental risk areas (waste, refrigerants, hazardous materials, etc).
• Maintain an integrated Workplace Safety risk and controls framework with third-party audits.
• Monitor regulatory changes and implement across relevant locations.
• Build partnerships with Facilities Management, Engineering, Corporate Security, Risk, Compliance and Legal.
• Provide executive reporting and risk insights during incidents.

Skills

Fire & Life Safety

Workplace Safety

Engineering Risk

Regulatory Compliance

Executive Leadership

Policy Development

Stakeholder Engagement

Public Speaking

Strong Computer Skills

Education

IFE Level 4 Fire Safety

NEBOSH Diploma

NCRQ Diploma

IOSH Chartered Membership

Job description

J.P. Morgan is seeking a Head of Workplace Safety, EMEA – Vice President to lead the Fire & Life Safety, Health & Safety and EHS risk governance for the global real estate portfolio across the EMEA region.

The role requires strategic thinking to manage a multi-country portfolio, regulatory compliance, and executive reporting. The candidate will oversee risk-based safety programs, incident response, and collaboration with Facilities Management, Engineering and Legal teams to safeguard assets and