Area Asset Protection Leader | Multi-Unit Retail Security

The RealReal, Inc.; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 78,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

401K with Company Match

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

Paid Parental Leave

9 Paid Company Holidays

Flexible Time Off

Job summary

The RealReal, Inc. in Los Angeles is seeking an Area Asset Protection Manager to lead asset protection, safety, and security strategies across WEHO and nearby stores.

You will guide a multi-unit team, translate brand standards into in-store practices, and partner with cross‑functional teams to minimize risk. Reporting to the Senior Asset Protection Manager, you will own investigations, audits, and safety processes while ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal laws and driving a strong

Qualifications

• 5+ years of retail Asset Protection management experience.
• Demonstrated leadership capability with the ability to influence, coach, and hold teams accountable.
• Proven ability to partner effectively with senior leaders, field management, and cross‑functional stakeholders.
• Highly self‑directed professional capable of operating independently while managing multiple priorities.
• Comprehensive knowledge of physical security systems, including CCTV, EAS, intrusion alarms, access control, and life‑safety protocols.
• Experience building, developing, and leading high‑performing Asset Protection teams.
• Exceptionally organized with the ability to adapt quickly in a fast‑paced, evolving environment.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to clearly document findings and present recommendations.
• Demonstrated experience conducting investigations related to theft, fraud, ORC, and internal dishonesty.
• Proven ability to coach, develop, and hold teams accountable to performance and compliance standards.
• Experience in influencing without direct authority and partnering with Operations, HR, Legal, and Store Leadership.
• Ability to travel regularly within the assigned area

Responsibilities

• Directly manage a team of Asset Prevention employees
• Responsible for the physical security of the building, including off-hour alarm response
• Support all Asset Prevention functions for the store and help support surrounding markets as needed
• Conduct all internal and external investigations and bring them to closure
• Develop and manage safety and security processes and procedures, including business continuity plans
• Develop and manage Asset Prevention processes and procedures, including security camera management, EAS system, and alarm system
• Ensure compliance with applicable local, state, and federal laws
• Manage the Asset Protection Audit program
• Directly manage the store’s monthly SOX compliance reporting
• Engage alongside the team to support execution, problem-solving, and continuous improvement

Skills

Leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Self-directed

Verbal & written communication

Investigations

Coaching & development

Influence without authority

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

CCTV

EAS

Access control

Intrusion alarms

Life-safety protocols

Job description

The RealReal, Inc. in Los Angeles is seeking an Area Asset Protection Manager to lead asset protection, safety, and security strategies across WEHO and nearby stores.

You will guide a multi-unit team, translate brand standards into in-store practices, and partner with cross‑functional teams to minimize risk. Reporting to the Senior Asset Protection Manager, you will own investigations, audits, and safety processes while ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal laws and driving a strong