Hermès Proximity Security Coordinator

About Hermès

Hermès Sellier is the operating entity of the Hermès maison, a globally recognised luxury house renowned for artisanal excellence, refined client service and meticulous operational standards. As an employer, Hermès combines heritage craftsmanship with robust corporate processes and a strong emphasis on workplace safety, discrete professionalism and cross-functional collaboration across production, retail and support functions.

Role & Responsibilities

• Ensure daily protection of people and both tangible and intangible assets across the assigned site perimeter through prevention, surveillance, accompaniment and incident response.
• Manage and coach internal security teams and oversee private security contractors, including operational briefings, performance control and adherence to the Maison’s standards.
• Guarantee compliance with HSE, private security and fire-safety procedures; support preparation for audits and security commissions and implement corrective action plans.
• Maintain operational readiness: plan and control training, verify competence of teams, organise regulatory exercises (evacuation, intrusion tests) and update evacuation and safety registers.
• Coordinate with the Direction Sûreté et Sécurité Groupe (DSG), DETS, maintenance and other internal stakeholders to ensure effective information flow, resource allocation and incident escalation.
• Contribute to business continuity planning: update continuity plans, run exercises and tests, and ensure readiness for crisis situations.
• Advise on procurement and optimisation of physical and digital security equipment; liaise with support services to ensure corrective interventions and technical availability.
• Support budget execution and control by assisting the Service Head with tracking commitments, especially for additional works and contractor expenses.
• Lead operational management of incidents and crises within the perimeter, ensuring timely information sharing with relevant services and authorities.

Qualifications

• Professional certifications in private security (TFP APS or equivalent) and fire-safety qualification SSIAP 2.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a comparable role with operational supervisory responsibilities.
• Strong knowledge of French private security and fire-safety regulations and applicable HSE requirements.
• Proven ability to manage external service providers and coordinate multi-disciplinary internal stakeholders.

Skills

Experience

Minimum three years in a similar position with operational management of security teams and/or oversight of private security contractors, including incident handling and regulatory compliance.

Education

Required professional qualifications: recognised private security certification (TFP APS or equivalent) and SSIAP 2 fire-safety accreditation.

Workplace

Culture

Hermès cultivates a workplace defined by craftsmanship, discretion and exacting standards. Teams operate with autonomy and mutual respect, emphasising professional development, cross-functional collaboration and a service mentality consistent with the Maison’s heritage.

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