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Security Consultant - Speculative applications to be part of our talent pool

Control Risks
London
1 week ago
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Control Risks has been providing outsourced embedded consulting management for over 40 years, with our support allowing clients to operate successfully, utilising a wide range of expertise. Our embedded service allows our consultants to be integrated into the client's organisation and provide our service from their site. We are a preferred partner because of our ethics, security intelligence, practical know-how and management support provided by our global network of offices.

With our global presence and extensive experience, Control Risks maintains an ever-growing database of multi-national risk management professionals to match skills and knowledge with client needs. We are experiencing demanding growth across our embedded programmes and are seeking to build our database of consultants in all parts of Europe, the Middle East and Africa.

We are seeking expert consultants of all levels to deliver high quality Security & Risk Management support to clients across the region.

If you would like to be part of our talent pool, please submit your CV below

Please note that this is a speculative application to be part of the talent pool we draw upon when new roles become available and will not guarantee an interview.

Requirements

Required Experience

Experience in corporate International Security Risk Management
Military/law enforcement experience, or equivalent academic/commercial experience
Ability to integrate security into business decisions and subsequent creation/improvement of associated processes
Working knowledge of physical security technologies, methodology, and force management
Strong interpersonal skills with an ability to listen, learn and demonstrate initiative
Possess an understanding of Strategic, Operational and Tactical aspects of Risk Management
Experience building and leveraging cross-functional partnerships and elevating security awareness
Flexibility to respond 24/7 to urgent matters with a bias for decisive action
Excellent communication (oral and written) in English

Desirable Experience
Degree qualification in related field (Security, Risk Management, Criminology, etc.)
Professional fluency (oral and written) in another European Language or Arabic is highly desirable
Experience in leading Security Risk Management for international or multinational companies at a local, regional or global level
Experience conducting sensitive, complex investigations
Experience of working overseas and in multi-national environments

Professional Attributes

Ability to make decisions and solve problems
Comfortable shifting priorities and simultaneously engaging on multiple projects
Desire for continuous learning and broadening skillset
Discretion and integrity
Sound judgment, accountability, and ownership
Strategic vision and drive for measurable results
Strong security and risk management mindset
Demonstrates client etiquette, discipline and Control Risks' low-profile approach
Remains informed about the threats and key issues in the region working

Behavioural Skills:
A team player who works professionally with colleagues and stakeholders at all levels
An excellent understanding of client and business confidentiality
Cultural awareness and ability to work alongside a global team
Proactive and confident in articulating ideas with peers across the organisation
Ability to demonstrate resilience and perseverance in difficult situations

How to Apply:

Please submit your CV and use the Cover Letter section to provide the following details in bullet point form :

List ALL countries where you have worked

List ALL languages spoken fluently

List ALL nationalities (if you have more than one nationality)

List ALL professional qualifications and memberships

Benefits

As this is a speculative application, benefits are not disclosed here.
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