Zone Security Manager Uki

About the Role

We are looking for a high-impact Zone Security Manager to drive the security strategy across the UK & Ireland.

This visible, business‑critical role focuses on safeguarding people, protecting sites, and ensuring resilience through effective crisis management.

Working closely with country leaders and site directors, you will enable business success through robust, forward‑thinking security practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead Security Strategy
• Implement and continuously improve security policies and programmes across the UKI zone.
• Identify risks and deliver effective risk mitigation strategies.
• Partner with stakeholders to embed security best practices into operations.
• Manage Security Operations
• Oversee contracted security providers and on‑site teams.
• Drive performance, training and continuous improvement.
• Ensure consistent, high‑quality delivery across all sites.
• Drive Insight & Assurance
• Conduct regular security audits and performance reviews.
• Deliver data‑driven insights and reporting to senior leadership.
• Highlight emerging risks and business impacts.
• Lead Crisis & Incident Management
• Build and lead the UKI crisis management capability.
• Investigate incidents and implement preventative actions.
• Ensure readiness for emergencies and business continuity scenarios.
• Collaborate Regionally
• Engage with the wider European security network.
• Contribute to regional initiatives and share best practices.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in security or facilities security management.
• Strong knowledge of security systems, surveillance, and emergency response.
• Experience developing and implementing security policies and frameworks.
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams and influence stakeholders.
• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a similar role.

Benefits & Compensation

• Strategic leadership role with real business impact.
• Opportunity to shape and influence security across the region.
• Exposure to innovative technologies and best practices.
• Collaborative, forward‑thinking environment focused on continuous improvement.
• Pay range: GBP 80,000 – GBP 90,000 per year (base pay and short‑term incentives).
• Health and life insurance, paid time off, parental and care leave, flexible work options, confidential counselling.
• Competitive retirement savings and potential equity opportunities.
• Learning platforms such as Coursera and access to senior talent and career development programmes.
• Location
• Zone Security Manager UKI • Telford, SHR, GB
• Equal Opportunity Statement

Schneider Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

It is our policy to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities in the areas of recruiting, hiring, training, transferring, and promoting all qualified individuals regardless of race, religion, color, gender, disability, national origin, ancestry, age, military status, sexual orientation, marital status or any other legally protected characteristic or conduct.

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