Regional Director of Security Operations at Securitas USA Corporate Services

London, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

17 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

17 Dec, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Leadership, Security Operations, Compliance, Risk Management, Data Analysis, Project Management, Operational Excellence, Crisis Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Performance Optimization, Strategic Planning, Team Management, Communication, Collaboration, Analytical Thinking, Problem Solving

Industry

Security and Investigations

Description

Company Description We’re Hiring: Regional Director of Security Operations 📍 Location: Remote (UK) Travel: Regional & International 💰 Pay: Highly Competitive + Excellent Benefits 📅 Hours: Monday - Friday (With the ability to be flexible around business operational needs, in line with the profile and scope of the role). Reporting to: Senior Director of Global Security Operations Grade: Direct 6 Explore your purpose. To See a Different World! We are looking for an exceptional Regional Director of Security Operations (RDSO) to lead and transform security operations for one of our largest and most complex accounts. This is a high-profile senior leadership role with significant strategic influence, responsible for driving operational excellence across 30+ countries within the EMEA region. As the Regional Director of Security Operations (RDSO), you will oversee multi-disciplinary teams delivering best-in-class security services in a 24/7 mission-critical environment. You will work closely with senior stakeholders, global partners, and internal leadership to set regional strategy, enhance compliance and safety culture, and ensure consistent delivery of secure, resilient operations. This role requires a visionary leader who can balance strategic planning with operational execution, leveraging data-driven insights to improve performance and foster innovation. If you thrive in a fast-paced, global environment and have a proven track record of leading large-scale security operations, this is your opportunity to make a lasting impact. Job Description What you'll be doing: Lead and inspire regional security teams across multiple countries, ensuring cohesive operations and alignment with global standards. Drive strategic priorities for security operations within EMEA, shaping regional strategy and influencing global initiatives. Act as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders, providing expert guidance on security matters and operational improvements. Oversee manned guarding operations, ensuring compliance with SOPs, KPIs, SLAs, and contractual requirements. Champion operational excellence by streamlining processes, implementing best practices, and leveraging data-driven insights to improve performance. Produce high-quality reports and executive presentations, delivering clear updates on performance, projects, and strategic initiatives. Guide regional projects and initiatives, fostering collaboration across global business groups and shared services. Utilize analytics and metrics to inform decision-making, identify trends, and drive continuous improvement. Support crisis and incident response, ensuring readiness and effective management during critical events. Promote a strong safety and compliance culture, embedding values of integrity, vigilance, and helpfulness throughout the region. Represent the region at global forums, influencing policy, standards, and innovation in security operations. Ensure operational resilience in a 24/7 environment, balancing strategic leadership with hands-on support when required. Please note: This gives you an overall understanding of the role, however this is not the full scope. This will discussed during the pre-screens of candidates. Qualifications What you'll need: Experience Bachelor’s degree in business, management, security, or a related discipline (or equivalent professional experience). Progressive leadership in physical security, contract security, and large-scale operational environments. Minimum 3–5 years at director level, ideally with responsibility for regional or global operations. Technical & Operational Expertise In-depth knowledge of security operations, compliance frameworks, SOPs, and risk management principles. Proven ability to lead multi-country operations, ensuring consistent service delivery and adherence to standards. Demonstrated success in project leadership, operational planning, and performance optimisation. Leadership & Communication Exceptional capability to engage and influence senior executives, driving strategic outcomes. Strong track record of building partnerships and fostering collaboration across diverse, cross-functional teams. Skilled in delivering executive-level reporting and presentations with clarity and impact. Analytical & Strategic Thinking Highly data-driven approach to decision-making, leveraging analytics to enhance operational performance. Ability to identify emerging trends, mitigate risks, and implement continuous improvement initiatives. Other Requirements Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, 24/7 environment with complex demands. Willingness to travel extensively across EMEA and internationally as required. Prepared to provide leadership during critical incidents and after-hours operations. Values-driven leadership aligned with Integrity, Vigilance, and Helpfulness. Additional Information It’s great to see you’re considering a career with Securitas UK! Join our global team of 336,000+ colleagues and help make the world a safer place. At Securitas, we live by our values of Integrity, Vigilance and Helpfulness, and our People Promise: Opportunity – We see potential in every person and situation People – We open our eyes to all that’s good Purpose – We make your world a safer place What You Can Expect Our Recruitment Team reviews every application carefully. Applying can feel daunting, but we’re here to support you—just email us if you need help. Diversity & Inclusion – Be Yourself We are an inclusive employer, proud of our Level 2 Disability Confident status (we will always try out hardest to guarantee interviews for eligible candidates, should you meet the roles minimum requirements, having disclosed a disability to our Talent Team upon application). We support equality through Employee Networks - Our real change makers of the business.. YOU, the Race at Work Charter, and the Armed Forces Covenant. We also celebrate diversity with events like BSL Week, International Women’s Day, PRIDE and Black History Month. Your Benefits STRIVE– Securitas Perks gives you access to a great range of discounts on a variety of retailers, services and everyday spending to suit your shopping habits. Dental Plans - A range of plans providing support, providing cash back towards everyday dental costs, such as dental examinations, X-rays, and treatment HSF Health Plan - Range of healthcare cash plans at highly discounted rates, providing families with peace of mind by getting cash back on everyday medical costs, such as dental check-ups, contact lenses and acupuncture, and by covering unexpected costs. Cycle to Work – A super cost-effective way of getting a brand new bike, cycling equipment or both. Save up to 42% of the usual cost and spread the cost over several months from your salary. Specsavers – Save money on eye tests and when purchasing spectacles. WeCare – A 24/7 online GP, mental health support service, get fit programme and more. Toothfairy – Online access to advice and guidance, from real UK Dentists. Pension Plan – Plan for your financial future by building up a benefit in the Securitas Pension Plan, with the benefit of employer contribution plus tax relief on your contributions. Payroll ISA – An ISA savings account is a great way to meet your longer term personal financial goals. Free Mortgage Advice Go & Live – Financial Wellbeing Hub Death in Service Benefit - Permanent employees are automatically covered for Life Assurance, which would provide a lump sum benefit to your beneficiaries in the unfortunate event of death in service whilst employed by Securitas Take the Next Step Join a team that values you. Click ‘I’m Interested’ and start your career with Securitas UK today. See a different world. Pay Rate (UK): Annual

Responsibilities

Lead and inspire regional security teams across multiple countries while ensuring alignment with global standards. Drive strategic priorities for security operations within EMEA and act as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders.