Cheval Blanc Safety and Security Manager

About Cheval Blanc

Cheval Blanc is the luxury hospitality maison of LVMH, distinguished for intimate, design-led properties that combine bespoke guest experiences with refined craftsmanship. As part of the LVMH portfolio, Cheval Blanc operates small, highly curated resorts and city maisons that prioritise discretion, personalised service and collaborations with premier luxury partners in wellness and gastronomy.

Role & Responsibilities

• Design, implement and maintain comprehensive security, safety and access-control programmes across the Maison, ensuring alignment with luxury hospitality standards.
• Lead, train and mentor the Security Ambassadeurs to deliver a visible, courteous and professional security presence for guests, staff and third parties.
• Manage crisis preparedness and emergency response procedures, including fire safety plans, evacuation protocols and on-site medical coordination.
• Conduct investigations, incident reporting and root-cause risk assessments; implement corrective actions and continuous improvement measures.
• Coordinate with local authorities, regulatory bodies and external stakeholders to ensure legal compliance and effective incident escalation.
• Oversee key control systems, access management and perimeter security for villas, back-of-house areas and guest-facing venues.
• Maintain operational readiness through regular drills, audits, security checks and vendor oversight for security-related equipment and services.

Qualifications

• Minimum five years' experience in a security leadership role within luxury hospitality, resorts, or a closely related environment.
• Proven track record in crisis management, incident investigation and emergency response coordination.
• Demonstrated experience liaising with local law enforcement and regulatory authorities.
• Advanced knowledge of fire safety, access control, key control systems and security operations.
• Strong leadership capability with experience building and developing on-site security teams.

Skills

Experience

Minimum 5 years in security leadership within luxury hospitality, resort operations or a closely related environment, with demonstrated competence in crisis management, investigations and liaison with local authorities.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Security Management, Hospitality Management, Emergency Management or a related discipline preferred; professional security or health & safety certifications (e.g., CPP/PSP, NEBOSH or equivalent) are advantageous.

Workplace

Benefits

Generous financial package; board and lodging provided on-site; work attire provided and laundered; on-site clinic with doctor and nurse and access to health insurance; facilities including dedicated beach, bar, gym, self-service laundry and multi-purpose sports court.

Culture

The Maison places paramount value on personalised service, discretion and meticulous attention to detail, offering a quietly luxurious workplace rooted in hospitality excellence. Operating within the LVMH ecosystem, the environment rewards professionalism, collaboration and a commitment to exceptional guest experiences.

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