Global Head of Security

Overview

Want to join a fast-moving company, work among convivial teams, and take part in the global growth strategy of one of the most prestigious and comprehensive portfolios in the wine & spirits industry? We are looking for a Global Head of Security. You will be based at The Island, our office in central Paris.

Responsibilities

• Report to the Global Security Director and translate the company’s global security strategy into actionable operational programs, ensuring consistent deployment across all regions.
• Protect people, assets, information, and operations by leading global security operations, coordinating regional teams, and driving execution excellence.
• Develop operational plans, policies, and programs from the global security strategy and ensure adoption across all regions.
• Monitor the effectiveness of global security programs through KPIs, reporting, and performance reviews; continuously improve frameworks, tools, and processes to enhance efficiency and resilience.
• Support internal controls, audits, and reporting processes.
• Oversee day-to-day global security operations, implementing Travel Risk Management, Crisis Management, and Intelligence & Risk Analysis.
• Maintain operational readiness and standardized processes across geographies.
• Oversee incident response and incident management, including processes, tools, and training; manage the on-duty process.
• Lead and develop a global network of Regional Security Managers and manage the operational budget.
• Foster collaboration between global and local teams to ensure alignment and information flow.
• Provide operational guidance and support to affiliates on security topics, ensuring alignment with global protocols.
• Identify emerging risks by leveraging intelligence and field insights; adapt security standards and programs to evolving threats and environments.
• Drive security awareness initiatives across the organization and promote accountability and best practices at all levels.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in security, defense, international relations, business school or equivalent.
• At least 8 years of experience in security and crisis management, preferably in an international environment.
• Strong knowledge of corporate security, risk management, and crisis response; solid understanding of geopolitical and security environments.
• Proven experience deploying global programs and operating models; ability to design and manage KPIs, dashboards, and reporting frameworks.
• Excellent influence without authority and decision-making under uncertainty; demonstrated ability to navigate complex stakeholders at executive level.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with strong writing and synthesis skills.
• Fluent in English and French (written and spoken).
• Highly autonomous, proactive, and accountable; able to operate in complex, multicultural environments and perform under pressure, especially during crises.
• Available for on-call duty, able to participate in the global crisis management team when required, and open to international travel.

About the role and company

Pernod Ricard is committed to equal opportunities for all talents. Our recruitment methods focus on skills and competencies. The role may involve remote work up to 2 days a week and international travel as required. The candidate will be based at The Island, our office in central Paris.

Company context

Pernod Ricard is a worldwide leader in the spirits and champagne industry, with a portfolio including Absolut, Ricard, Ballantine’s, Chivas Regal, Royal Salute, The Glenlivet, Jameson, Martell, Havana Club, Beefeater, Malibu, Mumm, and Perrier-Jouët. Our consolidated sales were €10,959 million in fiscal year FY25. Pernod Ricard is listed on Euronext (RI) and is part of the CAC 40 index.