Louis Vuitton Head of Security & Risk Management
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Director
- Department
- Corporate Affairs, Sustainability & CSR
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Sep 3, 2026
About Louis Vuitton
Founded in Paris in 1854, Louis Vuitton stands among the world’s most emblematic luxury maisons, renowned for exceptional craftsmanship, innovation, and the art of travel. As an employer, the Maison offers a distinctive environment where heritage and modernity meet, inviting talents to contribute to a global culture of excellence across retail, design, craftsmanship, client experience, operations, and corporate functions. Louis Vuitton values curiosity, precision, creativity, and entrepreneurial spirit, supporting employees through international opportunities, learning pathways, and a strong commitment to savoir-faire. Its teams are united by a shared ambition to craft enduring desirability and deliver exceptional experiences worldwide.
Louis Vuitton seeks Head of Security & Risk Management for North and South Asia, based in Hong Kong. Lead regional security strategy across luxury retail operations.
Role & Responsibilities
- Lead regional security strategy across stores, offices, warehouses, logistics facilities, and project sites, ensuring consistent deployment of Maison security standards
- Oversee site and project security for new openings, renovations, and property-related initiatives
- Drive vendor and contract management for guarding, cash-in-transit, maintenance, CCTV, intrusion detection, access control, safes, and anti-theft systems
- Strengthen loss prevention by developing strategies to reduce shrinkage, theft, fraud, stock loss, and parallel market exposure
- Lead risk and crisis preparedness, including country risk analysis, incident response, business continuity, and emergency communication
- Secure supply chain and logistics flows to reinforce operational resilience across transportation and downstream operations
- Partner with insurance and compliance stakeholders on security, fire safety, and regulatory matters
- Build and maintain strong external relationships with law enforcement, customs, embassies, and emergency services
- Oversee event and executive protection, ensuring security for high-value products including jewellery and exceptional pieces
- Promote a strong security culture through awareness initiatives and training programs across the region
Qualifications
- University degree or equivalent with specialized training in security management, risk management, fire safety, crisis management, or related field
- Minimum 10 years in regional or international security leadership roles, ideally in luxury retail, hospitality, consumer goods, logistics, or multi-site environments
- Proven track record protecting people, assets, operations, and brand reputation across multiple countries
- Strong expertise in crisis management, investigations, loss prevention, and vendor management
- Solid financial acumen including budget control, cost management, and contract analysis
- Strong communication, reporting, and stakeholder management capabilities
- Strategic, pragmatic, and highly organized with ability to influence at all organizational levels in multicultural settings
- High integrity, discretion, and sound judgment in sensitive or complex situations
Skills
Experience
Minimum 10 years of regional or international security leadership experience, ideally in luxury retail, hospitality, consumer goods, or logistics sectors with multi-site operational management.
Education
University degree or equivalent, with specialized training in security management, risk management, fire safety, crisis management, or related discipline.
Workplace
The successful candidate will be located in Hong Kong, Hong Kong, China.
Culture
Louis Vuitton fosters a culture rooted in heritage, craftsmanship, and a relentless pursuit of excellence, where employees contribute to one of the world’s most iconic luxury maisons. Its workplace environment combines creativity, precision, and international collaboration, offering teams the opportunity to grow within a brand that values innovation, client experience, and long-term savoir-faire.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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