Description
We are seeking an exceptional Security Account Manager to lead the delivery of security services across the Chelsea Football Club estate, including Stamford Bridge and Cobham Training Ground. This is a critical leadership role responsible for the end-to-end security operation across both non-matchday and matchday environments.
The successful candidate will oversee a core security team across both sites, with responsibility for scaling and leading a significantly increased workforce during matchdays and major events. You will be a highly visible leader, responsible for operational excellence, stakeholder confidence, and continuous improvement, ensuring the security function is proactive, intelligence-led, and aligned to both ABM standards and the client’s expectations.
Key responsibilities include operational leadership, client and stakeholder management, performance and commercial management, security strategy and continuous improvement, compliance and governance, people leadership, incident and risk management, and reporting.
The ideal candidate will have proven experience in a senior security leadership role within a complex, high-profile environment, with strong operational experience in event security, stadiums, or large public-facing venues. They will also have excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, a strong understanding of intelligence-led security and threat/risk management, and experience managing budgets, resources, and contractual performance.
Benefits include 24/7 GP, mental health support and life event counseling, get fit programme, financial and legal support, cycle to work scheme, and access perks at work, our innovative employee app where you can find perks, life, and support.