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To achieve our ambition, we are looking for colleagues who are ready to Be The Change. Come, join us on this journey!

BAT MALAYSIAIS LOOKING FOR SECURITY MANAGER - MY & SG CLUSTER

SENIORITY LEVEL: Management Level

FUNCTION: Legal  

SALARY RANGE: Basic salary + excellent benefits + market leading bonus

LOCATION: Damansara City, Kuala Lumpur  

ROLE POSITIONING AND OBJECTIVES

The role requires high levels of experience, resilience, and integrity due to the extremely sensitive matters at hand and the security risks in Malaysia.

Reports to: DRBU Head of Security

Reporting Level: Individual Contributor

Geographic Scope: Local

WHAT YOU WILL BE ACCOUNTABLE FOR

  1. Business
  • Develop and execute security plans to meet company business objectives and to ensure security plans are reviewed on an ongoing basis considering the changes in the Company’s needs or directions.
  • Review, implement, and maintain effective security policy, procedures, and practices to ensure safety and protection of personnel, assets, information, and business operational activities.
  • Plan and conduct security enquiries, investigations, and reviews of security/ SOBC/ whistle-blowing activities.
  • Co-ordinate Risk and Crisis Management processes to ensure that proactive assessment of, planning for and management of Risks and Crises are carried out within the Company.
  • Assist the End Market/Area/Business Unit Head of AIT to mitigate security risks to personnel and assets.
  • Provide timely security updates and advice to the Leadership Team on all matters concerning security threats or business interruptions involving security related matters.
  • Supervise security situation and take proactive measures to minimize security risk to the business which are commensurate to the multifaceted business and security environment.
  • Assess, evaluate, plan and arrange third party security vendors (e.g. CCTV vendors, GPS tracking vendors) and fire services on a needs' basis. Supervise the efficiency of contractual services and review service scopes.

  1. People
  • Actively lead the standard of excellence in delivery of Security outcomes.
  • Leverage knowledge & skills across the SEA to help build a more resilient, capable, and proficient group of Security personal within Malaysia and Singapore.
  • Leverage previous functional experience (understanding of consumers / customers / suppliers / partners) to make sure decisions made are in the best interests of the business.
  • Recognize and leverage the best Security ideas and outcomes crafted by our people in SEA.

ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE, SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

  • Professional qualification of military/ and/or police institution (staff college/ defense college or equivalent) and formal qualification in security management. 
  • At least 10 years’ experience in a leadership/management role.
  • Proven experience in leading and managing a team.
  • In depth, extensive knowledge of security management, with previous experience in law enforcement or military service or corporate security in the private sector
  • Ability to identify and address key security issues to support strategic business needs.
  • Be capable of encouraging and mobilising resources to acquire and collate detail on all potential threats to the Company.

What we offer you?
•    We offer a market leading annual performance bonus (subject to eligibility)
•    Our range of benefits varies by country and includes diverse health plans, initiatives for work-life balance, transportation support, and a flexible holiday plan with additional incentives
•    Your journey with us isn't limited by boundaries; it's propelled by your aspirations. Join us at BAT and become a part of an environment that thrives on internal advancement, where your career progression isn't just a statement – it's a reality we're eager to build together. Seize the opportunity and own your development; your next chapter starts here.
•    You'll have access to online learning platforms and personalized growth programs to nurture your leadership skills
•    We prioritise continuous improvement within a transformative environment, preparing for ongoing changes

WHY JOIN BAT?
We’re one of the few companies named as a Global Top Employer by the Top Employers Institute – certified in offering excellent employee conditions.

Collaboration, inclusion and partnership underpin everything we do here at BAT. We are looking forward to enabling every individual to thrive, regardless of gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partnership status, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, disability, age, skills, experience, education, socio-economic and professional background, veteran status, perspectives and thinking styles. We know that embracing talent from all backgrounds is what makes us stronger and best prepared to meet our business goals.

We see the career breaks as opportunities not obstacles. Through The Global Returners program, we support professionals looking to restart their careers after an extended absence from the workforce (e.g. time out caring for family, parental leave, national service, sabbatical and/or starting an own venture).

Come bring your difference and see what is possible for you at BAT. Learn more about our culture and our award winning employee experience here.

If you require any reasonable adjustments or accommodations to help you perform at your best during the recruitment process, you are encouraged to notify us. We are fully committed to support you by making appropriate arrangements for you to demonstrate your full potential.

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