Job Description

Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer is a world-leading global law firm, where our ambition is to help you achieve your goals.

Exceptional client service and the pursuit of excellence are at our core. We invest in and care about our client relationships, which is why so many are longstanding. We enjoy breaking new ground, as we have for over 170 years.



As a fully integrated transatlantic and transpacific firm, we are where you need us to be. Our footprint is extensive and committed across the world's largest markets, key financial centres and major growth hubs.



At our best tackling complexity and navigating change, we work alongside you on demanding litigation, exacting regulatory work and complex public and private market transactions. We are recognised as leading in these areas.



We are immersed in the sectors and challenges that impact you. We are recognised as standing apart in energy, infrastructure and resources. And we're focused on areas of growth that affect every business across the world.



All of this is achieved by supporting the growth of our people, who help us deliver on our ambition - which is to help you achieve yours.



Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer: Your goals. Our ambition

The Opportunity

Primary Responsibilities

Develop, implement, and maintain the firm's global corporate security program (policy, standards, procedures, tools). Apply industry best practices and ensure compliance with relevant national legislation. Monitor security trends and geopolitical risks; advise leadership on threats that could impact the firm. Support incident reporting and investigation procedures working with the BC&R and local security focal points; analyse trends and recommend solutions from a Corporate Security standpoint. Supporting Office Operations teams on physical security measures, including access control, asset protection, and facility security As the Corporate Security SME, support the Incident management and emergency response for incidents affecting personnel, property, and business operations. Provide input and advice to the Internal Audit team on conducting risk and vulnerability assessments, ensuring effectiveness of physical and operational controls. Support workplace violence prevention and response programs. Collaborate with the Travel team for travel risk management and provide direct support for incident response and business continuity and resilience teams as required. Assist with robust security risk management and all-hazards incident response plans globally. Offer security resource support and expertise during crises to facilitate successful resolution. Liaise with IT Security to ensure alignment between physical and cyber security measures, while focusing on non-technical aspects of corporate security such as facility protection, personnel safety, and crisis management. Working with Office Operations to establish and maintain a global network of Security Focal Points (SFPs); provide coaching and assurance and support for local offices. Advise senior leadership on corporate security matters. Contribute to the completeness of the Local Response Team playbooks from a Corporate Security standpoint as appropriate. Assume the Corporate Security SME role in supporting the incident response process. Continuously improve security and incident response processes through lessons learned and stakeholder engagement.

Qualifications, skills, and experience

Degree or equivalent experience in security risk management, resilience, incident/disaster management, or related field. 5+ years' experience within Corporate Security and Incident Response (Crisis Management). Demonstrable experience in physical security management, asset protection, and crisis response. Experience implementing corporate security programs and setting standards/objectives. Proven ability to lead/support non-specialists in security strategies. International experience across various legislation and threat environments. Strategic and operational risk assessment methodology experience. Experience with security service providers and technical solutions for physical security. Ability to assess geopolitical, social, cultural, economic, and security developments. Incident management and resolution strategy experience. Post-incident investigation and action point application. Cross-departmental liaison and influence. Training development and delivery across geographies and seniority levels. Performance-based strategy application for continuous improvement. Knowledge of international security and incident management best practices. Existing security network and intelligence monitoring tools. Competence with emergency response planning and training systems/tools An innovative mindset, curious about AI and emerging technologies.

Team

General Counsel and Risk

Working Pattern

Full time

Location

London

Contract type

Permanent Contract

Diversity & Inclusion

We are committed to attracting people from all backgrounds and creating a respectful and inclusive culture where everyone thrives. We see this as essential to our success, including our ability to innovate and achieve sustained high performance. This is a key part of our Values--Human, Bold, and Outstanding.