- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Director
- Department
- Engineering, Facilities & Maintenance
- Posted
- Sep 30, 2026
About Aman
Founded in 1988 with the opening of Amanpuri in Phuket, Aman has established a distinctive presence in luxury hospitality through its collection of intimate resorts, hotels and residences. Rooted in a philosophy of peace, privacy and sensitivity to place, the brand combines thoughtful architecture with highly personalised service. As an employer, Aman offers a professional setting where discretion, cultural awareness and meticulous attention to detail are central to the guest experience. Its international portfolio encompasses careers in hospitality operations, culinary arts, wellness and corporate functions, appealing to professionals who value understated excellence and the craft of creating deeply considered experiences.
The Area Director of Security for Aman Tokyo oversees the safeguarding of all AMAN properties, assets, personnel, guests, and visitors across Japan, while implementing the brand's comprehensive security standards and protocols. This senior leadership role reports to the Global Head of Security and collaborates with property management teams to develop and enforce strategic security solutions, conduct compliance audits, manage incident response, and coordinate with Japanese law enforcement and governmental bodies.
Role & Responsibilities
- Drive, implement, and ensure compliance with the AMAN Global Security policy and protocols across Japan properties, mitigating security threats and operational risks to assets, personnel, guests, and visitors
- Develop and maintain comprehensive operational risk assessments related to AMAN properties and development sites in Japan
- Collaborate with General Managers, local Security Directors, Engineers, Human Resources, IT, Cybersecurity, and Regional Counsel to establish and enforce property-level security standards and policies
- Conduct security audits and assessments on AMAN Japan properties and developments to evaluate the effectiveness of implemented global security and safety measures
- Follow up on documented recommendations to prioritize security enhancements within property capital expenditure budgets
- Advise and report to the Global Head of Security on emerging threats and geopolitical risks affecting AMAN interests in Japan
- Continuously improve and measure the effectiveness of security strategies, personnel, vendors, and technologies deployed across AMAN Japan properties
- Establish and maintain proactive security outreach with Japanese law enforcement, security services, fire prevention professionals, and governmental bodies to support information sharing and emergency response
- Ensure all Japan properties maintain current emergency response and evacuation plans with regularly documented and conducted exercises
- Lead decision-making and coordination for incident management, emergency response, and crisis operations in Japan, providing support to first responders
- Oversee corporate-delegated investigations and guide hotels on investigative protocols while maintaining legal compliance and ultra-luxury brand privacy standards
- Assist and coordinate the recruitment and onboarding of local Security Directors and security vendors for AMAN Japan properties
Qualifications
- Minimum 5 years of progressive security management experience in the hospitality industry
- 10–15 years of cumulative professional experience in safety and security roles
- Expert knowledge of CCTV, access control systems, and hotel security technologies
- Demonstrable experience in developing strategic security and loss prevention plans for Japan operations
- Strong knowledge of Japanese safety legislation and regulatory requirements
- Fluency in both English and Japanese with excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
- High proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
Skills
Experience
10-15 years of progressive work experience in safety and security, with a minimum of 5 years as a Security Manager in the hospitality industry. Demonstrated expertise in developing and implementing strategic security and loss prevention plans, particularly in Japan.
Education
Not specified in source material.
Benefits
Aman Global Complimentary Night Programme, discount on Food & Beverage outlets and Aman Retail Boutique, meals and coffee breaks during shifts, club activities, birthday benefit (Food & Beverage outlet experience), qualification acquisition support.
Culture
Aman’s workplace culture is shaped by discreet service, meticulous attention to detail and a deep respect for the places and communities surrounding its properties. Its teams bring this philosophy to life through thoughtful collaboration and highly personalised hospitality, creating an environment where cultural sensitivity and quiet professionalism are central.
About Cerulean
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Frequently Asked Questions
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