Physical Security Manager APAC

Arthur J. Gallagher · East Melbourne

Apply on the company website

At Gallagher, we help clients face risk with confidence because we believe that when businesses are protected, they’re free to grow, lead, and innovate. You’ll be backed by our digital ecosystem: a client-centric suite of consulting tools making it easier for you to meet your clients where they want to be met. Advanced data and analytics providing a comprehensive overview of the risk landscape is at your fingertips.

Here, you’re not just improving clients' risk profiles, you’re building trust. You’ll find a culture grounded in teamwork, guided by integrity, and fueled by a shared commitment to do the right thing. We value curiosity, celebrate new ideas, and empower you to take ownership of your career while making a meaningful impact for the businesses we serve.

If you’re ready to bring your unique perspective to a place where your work truly matters; think of Gallagher.

Gallagher is a global leader in Insurance broking, risk management and consulting, with over 71,000 employees worldwide in over 130 countries. We have a global reach with a local presence and pride ourselves on being a socially responsible and an ethical organisation expressed through our Shared Values, The Gallagher Way. We are proud to have been awarded one of Insurance Business Australia Top Insurance Employers and Forbes Best Employer for Women.

About the Role

The Security Manager, Asia Pacific is responsible for delivering Gallagher's Global Safety & Security (GSS) programme across Asia Pacific. The role provides operational leadership for physical security, employee safety, incident management, investigations, emergency preparedness, security intelligence, travel risk management and security technology.

This role can be located at any of our offices across Australia.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the implementation of security standards, policies and programs across Asia Pacific
• Identify security risks and develop effective mitigation strategies to protect people, assets and operations.
• Monitor regional risk trends, including crime, civil unrest, natural hazards and regulatory changes.
• Conduct security assessments, audits and risk reviews across office locations and business operations.
• Support office openings, relocations, acquisitions and closures, ensuring security requirements are met.
• Manage physical security measures, including access control, CCTV, visitor management and intrusion detection systems.
• Coordinate responses to security incidents, investigations, employee safety matters and crisis events.
• Support travel risk management, executive travel and security planning for corporate events and leadership meetings.
• Build strong partnerships with business stakeholders, deliver security awareness initiatives and manage vendor performance.
• Provide security reporting, risk insights and recommendations, while driving continuous improvement across regional and global security programs.

About You

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in security operations, risk management, and stakeholder engagement. You’ll be a strategic thinker with excellent communication skills and the ability to manage complex security challenges across diverse environments.

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• 5-7+ years' experience in corporate security, risk management, investigations, emergency management, law enforcement, military security or a related field.
• Experience conducting security risk assessments and managing incidents.
• Knowledge of physical security systems and technologies.
• Strong communication, stakeholder engagement and report-writing skills.
• Ability to manage sensitive and confidential information.
• Fluent English. Regional languages preferred include Mandarin, Tagalog, Vietnamese, Bahasa Indonesian
• Ability to travel within Asia and Pacific (approx. 25%).
• Ability to participate in after-hours incident response.

What We Offer

At Gallagher, we invest in our people and provide the support needed to build a rewarding career.

Benefits include:

• Structured career pathways and professional development
• Mentoring from experienced insurance professionals
• Flexible working arrangements that support work-life balance
• Additional lifestyle leave and volunteering opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program and wellbeing initiatives
• Competitive remuneration and incentive opportunities
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Gallagher Rewards discounts at over 1,000 retailers
• Access to a globally recognised brand with long-term career opportunities

Ready to Build Your Future?

If you're looking for a role that offers career growth, supportive leadership and the opportunity to develop your insurance expertise with a leading global organisation, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and take the next step in your career with Gallagher.

Any offer of employment and subsequent continuing employment is dependent upon the satisfactory completion of background checks by Gallagher or by an external third party provider.

Gallagher is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer committed to the principles of workplace diversity and inclusion. We welcome all people regardless of ethnicity, faith, sexual orientation, gender identity and lifestyle choices. We are committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity, equity and inclusion.

At Gallagher, we believe supporting our colleagues goes far beyond the role itself. For more information, visit our Benefits page.

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive benefits programs designed to support your well-being 
• Career development opportunities and ongoing learning 
• A collaborative, people-first culture with accessible leadership 
• The opportunity to do meaningful work with global reach and local impact 

At Gallagher, we are dedicated to building an inclusive and authentic workplace. If your past experience doesn’t align perfectly, we encourage you to join our Talent Community to stay connected to additional career opportunities. At times, we will consider transferable skills from previous roles.

Gallagher is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer (Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled)

More jobs at Arthur J. Gallagher · Risk jobs in Melbourne