Richemont Security Manager

About Richemont

Richemont is one of the world’s foremost luxury groups, stewarding a distinguished portfolio of maisons across jewellery, watchmaking, fashion and accessories, including Cartier, Van Cleef & Arpels, Jaeger-LeCoultre and Montblanc. As an employer, it combines the heritage of artisanal excellence with a forward-looking culture shaped by innovation, client-centricity and responsible business. Its global teams operate in an environment that values craftsmanship, entrepreneurship and collaboration, offering opportunities to grow within iconic maisons and group functions alike. Richemont attracts professionals who aspire to contribute to enduring luxury, preserving rare savoir-faire while helping define the future of high craftsmanship.

Role & Responsibilities

• Oversee operational security for all assigned boutiques and locations across Germany, Austria, and the Czech Republic
• Conduct regular site visits to assess security needs and advise boutique management and business functions on location-specific security matters
• Evaluate threats, incidents, and vulnerabilities; recommend and implement effective protective measures
• Develop security concepts for new store openings and renovations; evaluate technical security systems including alarm, access control, and video surveillance
• Develop and refine security standards, processes, and policies; verify effectiveness through risk assessments, compliance audits, and real-world tests
• Plan and execute security concepts for special events
• Manage external security service providers; assess performance, quality, and contract compliance through structured reviews
• Support incident and crisis management; conduct investigations, prepare reports, and derive actionable remedial measures
• Design and lead security training, instruction, and awareness programs
• Serve as fire safety officer; oversee inspections, evacuation drills, and follow-up actions
• Collaborate closely with authorities, emergency services, and internal departments; support regional projects across Northern Europe

Qualifications

• Minimum five years' experience in comparable security role, preferably in retail, luxury goods, or international corporate environment
• Bachelor's degree in Security Management, Risk Management, or related discipline, OR equivalent qualification such as Meister für Schutz und Sicherheit
• Proficiency in physical security and technical security systems, particularly alarm systems, access control, video surveillance, and alarm management
• Fluent German and good English
• Valid Class B driver's license
• Willingness to travel regularly (approximately 60%)
• Availability for on-call duty on a rotating basis outside business hours
• Fire safety officer qualification (or willingness to obtain promptly) is a plus
• Experience in workplace health and safety is advantageous

Skills

Experience

Minimum five years in a comparable security management role, ideally within retail, luxury goods, or international corporate environments.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Security Management, Risk Management, or equivalent discipline; alternatively, Meister für Schutz und Sicherheit (Master of Protection and Security) or comparable qualification.

Workplace

Culture

Richemont fosters a refined, international workplace where its Maisons preserve exceptional craftsmanship while benefiting from the strength and perspective of a global luxury group. As an employer, it values long-term stewardship, collaboration, innovation, and the development of talent within an environment shaped by heritage, creativity, and high standards.

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