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Head Of Security At Robert Walters

Robert Walters·Lagos, nigeria·Full Time·Onsite
OperationsFull TimeOnsite
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  • A leading manufacturing Group is hiring for an experienced Head of Security.
  • This role will provide strategic leadership and oversight for all physical security operations across the Group's manufacturing plants, distribution centers, warehouses, offices, and other business locations.
  • The role is responsible for developing and implementing enterprise-wide security strategies, policies, and procedures to safeguard the organization's people, assets, facilities, products, and reputation.

Role responsibilities

  • Develop and implement the Group's physical security strategy aligned with organizational objectives.
  • Lead and manage security operations across multiple sites nationwide.
  • Establish security policies, procedures, standards, and governance frameworks to ensure consistent implementation across the business
  • Oversee the protection of all company assets, facilities, personnel, inventory, and critical infrastructure.
  • Direct security operations at manufacturing plants, warehouses, distribution centers, depots, and corporate offices.
  • Serve as the primary security advisor to executive leadership on security risks, emerging threats, and mitigation strategies
  • Conduct security risk assessments and vulnerability analyses across business operations

Candidate requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Security Management, Criminology, Business Administration, Social Sciences, Military Studies, or a related field.
  • Professional security certifications will be an advantage.
  • Minimum of 10 years' progressive experience in physical security management, with significant leadership responsibilities.
  • Proven experience leading security operations across multiple locations within a large FMCG or manufacturing organization.
  • Experience operating at a senior management level, preferably at General Manager (GM) or Assistant General Manager (AGM) level.
  • Demonstrated track record of developing and implementing enterprise-wide security strategies.

Key skills

BA/BSc/HNDProfessional Certificate
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Company

Robert Walters

Location

Lagos, nigeria

Employment

Full Time

Experience

Valid until

Not specified

Created

September 29, 2026

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