Security Operations Manager, EMEA - London, EC3V 4AN

Security Operations Manager, EMEA - London, EC3V 4AN Responsibilities

Security Operations Manager, EMEA

Are you an experienced physical security professional seeking your next challenge? We are looking for a dynamic Security Operations Manager to join our People Safety and Security Services team in London. In this role, you will play a critical part in protecting Aon’s people, property, and information across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa (EMEA).

Aon is in the business of better decisions

At Aon, we shape decisions for the better to protect and enrich the lives of people around the world.

As an organisation, we are united through trust as one inclusive team and we are passionate about helping our colleagues and clients succeed.

What the day will look like

As a Security Operations Manager, you’ll be part of an industry-leading team, helping to deliver holistic physical security solutions that protect Aon’s people, property and information. Reporting to the Regional Security Manager - EMEA, you will collaborate with a multitude of internal stakeholders including leadership, to identify risks, develop and implement risk mitigating initiatives that positively impact and mature the overall physical security posture of the EMEA region, ensuring the safety of our colleagues and the continuity of our business operations.

• Manage the security risk of Aon’s people, property, and information through the delivery of its robust physical security program.
• Conduct facility risk assessments and drive the implementation of risk mitigating initiatives and physical security solutions across EMEA.
• Enhance colleagues’ security awareness by taking an active role in developing and delivering the regions Physical Security Champion program.
• Lead the EMEA Physical Security Command Centre and UK guarding contract, driving performance and service excellence and maintaining compliance to legal, regulatory and client contractual obligations.
• Provide advice, guidance and insight to colleagues and leaders on how to manage and mitigate Aon’s physical security risks.
• Provide cross functional support to other People Safety and Security Services functions such as crisis management, investigations and event security.

How this opportunity is different

This is a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on Aon’s global security landscape. As Security Operations Manager, you’ll not only help safeguard Aon’s people, property and information, your contribution will help mature Aon’s regional physical security posture across EMEA.

As part of Aon’s physical security function, you’ll work in a collaborative, diverse environment where your expertise is valued, your professional growth is supported, and your contributions make a real positive impact on the lives of Aon colleagues and clients around the world.

Skills and experience that will lead to success

Strong experience in physical security operations, ideally with EMEA regional responsibility.

• Strong communication, negotiation, and presentation skills, both in-person and virtual.
• In-depth knowledge and experience of managing UK security guarding contracts and command centre operations.
• People management/leader experience preferred.
• Proven project management abilities, with experience managing multiple projects across the EMEA region.
• Skilled in identifying and managing physical security risks, from conducting facility risk assessments to development and implementation of risk mitigating measures.
• Familiarity with physical security technology such as access control and CCTV systems.
• Experience in security management within the financial services preferred.

How we support our colleagues

In addition to our comprehensive benefits package, we encourage an inclusive workforce. Plus, our agile environment allows you to manage your wellbeing and work/life balance, ensuring you can be your best self at Aon. Furthermore, all colleagues enjoy two “Global Wellbeing Days” each year, encouraging you to take time to focus on yourself. We offer a variety of working style solutions for our colleagues as well.

Our continuous learning culture inspires and equips you to learn, share and grow, helping you achieve your fullest potential. As a result, at Aon, you are more connected, more relevant, and more valued.

Aon values an innovative and inclusive workplace where all colleagues feel empowered to be their authentic selves. Aon is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.

Aon provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran, marital, domestic partner status, or other legally protected status.

We welcome applications from all and provide individuals with disabilities with reasonable adjustments to participate in the job application, interview process and to perform essential job functions once onboard. If you would like to learn more about the reasonable accommodations we provide, email [email protected]

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