Nov 24, 2012

Security Advisor ,Spain

Position: Security Advisor
Company: Client Confidential
Location: Spain

Negotiable Salary with benefits that include fully expensed company car. Fluent in Spanish and English. EU passport holder is essential.

The Role
To provide efficient advice to senior management ensuring the Group’s strategies, procedures, and operational plans for dealing with security, critical incidents and disaster recovery (SCIDR) in the Iberia region are monitored, evaluated and implemented effectively. At the organisation’s discretion carry out a targeted programme of evaluation of SCIDR readiness and effectiveness for facilities and management teams within area of responsibility. Including:
o Devise and implement exercises relevant to the geographical location and current threat/risk assessment.
o Provide reports as to security infrastructure performance and potential improvements.
o To monitor the risks and threats posed to the business through national and international protest groups.
o To provide bespoke risk-assessments to the business and offer professional advice as to how those risks can be removed or mitigated.
To provide guidance and education to the business and liaison with civil authorities and practical assistance where a SCIDR event occurs.
To provide assistance in the SCIDR field for insurance audits.
To develop and maintain a wide network of contacts in the SCIDR field within the business and civil authorities, North Europe region.
To provide best practice recommendations and assistance to support the organisation’s policies and procedures on reducing shrinkage.
In relation to new stores to engage with local law-enforcement to ensure compliance with regulations and the safety of customers, visitors and staff.
To provide expertise and practical assistance for the Group AGM and other major events.
To monitor & evaluate, security guard effectiveness and performance.
To provide practical assistance in relation to breaches of security, e.g. theft and fraud.
To investigate the applicability and usefulness of new or advanced technology to facilities within the business, make recommendations based on its cost effectiveness, investigate suppliers and monitor the effectiveness of any installation.
At the direction of the Head of Group Security to assist Group Security personnel in any other matter.

The Person
Verbal and written fluency in both Spanish and English (Portuguese would be an advantage).
Likely to have extensive middle level experience in police or intelligence field.
International experience
Led/influenced significant change process
Led in tough/challenging situations
Good understanding of civil, criminal and employment law.
Significant practical experience in dealing with major incidents in the SCIDR field.
Exposure to investigations spanning multi-executive and judicial environments

Apply via email to kmuneton@ssr-personnel.com with details of your compensation over the past 2 years. Ref: 4942803