Manager, EMEA Regional Manager

Job Overview This role provides regional leadership for Global Security across the EMEA region, ensuring the safety and security of people, assets, facilities, and operations.

The Manager, EMEA Regional Manager partners closely with site leaders, corporate functions, and external stakeholders to implement security strategies, manage risk, and ensure compliance with company standards and local regulations.

This role offers the opportunity to influence enterprise‑wide security outcomes in a complex international environment while supporting business continuity and employee well‑being.

Key Responsibilities Lead and execute the Global Security strategy across EMEA, aligned with enterprise standards and regional risk profiles.

Assess, mitigate, and manage physical security risks to employees, facilities, assets, and operations.

Oversee incident management, investigations, and crisis response activities, including coordination with local authorities and emergency services.

Partner with Real Estate, Facilities Management, HR, Legal, and Business leaders to integrate security into site operations and projects.

Manage third‑party security vendors and service providers, including performance, compliance, and cost controls.

Ensure compliance with company security policies, regulatory requirements, and regional laws across EMEA countries.

Provide security guidance for executive protection, travel risk management, and special events within the region.

Analyze security trends and incidents to drive continuous improvement and proactive risk reduction.

Education Bachelor’s degree in Security Management, Criminal Justice, Risk Management, Business Administration, or a related field (required).

Master’s degree or equivalent advanced education (preferred).

Experience and Skills Typically 6-8 years of progressive experience in corporate, regional, or enterprise security management, including multi‑country responsibility.

Demonstrated experience managing physical security programs, risk assessments, and incident response in a complex organization.

Experience partnering with senior leaders and cross‑functional teams in an international environment.

Strong knowledge of security regulations, standards, and best practices applicable across EMEA.

Proven vendor and contract management experience.

Preferred Qualifications Experience supporting security operations within life sciences, healthcare, or regulated industries.

Prior people leadership or matrix leadership experience.

Experience in crisis management planning and business continuity support.

Familiarity with executive protection and travel risk management programs.

Experience working in or supporting Switzerland and broader EMEA markets.

Strong analytical, decision‑making, and communication skills.

Other

Languages: Fluency in English required; additional European languages (e. g., German or French) preferred.

Travel: Limited; up to ~30% international travel within EMEA.

Certifications: CPP, PSP, or similar security certifications (preferred).

Required Skills Agile Decision Making Budget Management Consulting Corporate Investigations Crisis Management Cross‑Functional Collaboration Emergency Planning Facility Management Operational Risks Premises Management Process Improvements Risk Management Security Monitoring Security Program Development Technical Credibility Workplace Security Awareness Preferred Skills Agile Decision Making Budget Management Consulting Corporate Investigations Crisis Management Cross‑Functional Collaboration Emergency Planning Facility Management Operational Risks Premises Management Process Improvements Risk Management Security Monitoring Security Program Development Technical Credibility Workplace Security Awareness Equal Opportunity Employer Johnson