Regional Security Adviser

Control Risks is currently working with a key client, a prominent multi-national company, headquartered in China.

Acting as the client’s security expert in the APAC (ex-China) region, the embedded Security Adviser will be responsible for handling all security matters and security challenges related to the client’s operations.

Responsibilities:

1. Develop and execute an annual security plan for regional offices.
2. Carry out yearly security evaluations of facilities in high-risk countries within the region, offering recommendations for enhancements.
3. Engage in the appraisal, selection, and consistent service quality audits of security vendors across the region.
4. Maintain relationships with local authorities, governments, and law enforcement agencies.
5. Regularly assess risks pertaining to the regional security situation, collaborate with management on the origins of these risks, and suggest mitigation strategies.
6. In the event of security emergencies and crises, take on the role of the primary crisis management coordinator for the region.
7. Create or update emergency procedures for the regional countries and conduct on-site drills.
8. Oversee the periodic review and stockpiling of emergency resources in various countries.

Minimum Requirements:

1. Bachelor's degree or higher;
2. A minimum of 7 years' experience in security management, including at least 2 years in high-risk security management outside China;
3. Over 3 years' experience in regional safety management within large multinational corporations;
4. Experience working within a Chinese management structure will be well regarded.
5. Native or business-level proficiency in Mandarin Chinese.