Global Director of Physical Security & Risk

The Hongkong and Shanghai Hotels, Limited; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 900,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Job summary

The Hongkong and Shanghai Hotels, Limited seeks an experienced leader to support the VP in steering the operational security function within Group Security & Operational Risk. The role translates strategy and frameworks into effective security operations across HSH properties and businesses globally, safeguarding guests, employees, assets, operations and reputation.

Key responsibilities include driving security standards, overseeing CCTV and access control, and leading crisis planning, incident

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in security management, risk management, criminal justice, emergency management or a related discipline.
• Minimum 10 years’ relevant security experience, including at least 5 years in a management or leadership role with regional/global operations.
• Established relationships with law enforcement, emergency services or related professional bodies.

Responsibilities

• Drive implementation and continuous improvement of Group physical security standards and operating practices across properties and businesses.
• Provide subject-matter leadership for CCTV, access control, visitor management, intrusion detection, and related security technologies.
• Lead crisis planning, including crisis plans, playbooks, drills and corrective actions.
• Coordinate response to significant security incidents and support investigations with Legal or People & Culture.
• Coach Security and Risk colleagues across the Group to apply Group standards consistently.

Skills

Leadership

Crisis management

Stakeholder communication

Security governance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in security management, risk management, criminal justice, emergency management or related discipline

Tools

CCTV systems

Access control systems

Security systems

Job description

The Hongkong and Shanghai Hotels, Limited seeks an experienced leader to support the VP in steering the operational security function within Group Security & Operational Risk. The role translates strategy and frameworks into effective security operations across HSH properties and businesses globally, safeguarding guests, employees, assets, operations and reputation.

Key responsibilities include driving security standards, overseeing CCTV and access control, and leading crisis planning, incident