Executive Protection \& Events Security Manager

What does the job involve?

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Executive Protection and Event Security Leader to oversee and manage our executive protection and event security programs. This role requires a strategic thinker with a proven track record in leading security personnel and effectively utilizing suppliers to ensure the security of executives and events. The role will be responsible for planning and preparation, team deliveries and continuous improvement of the capability. When the executive protection and event security programs are flourishing, this role will be evaluated to potentially take on further key responsibilities in Equinor’s security and crisis management operations.

What will my tasks be?

Within this position, your key tasks will be to:

Leadership and Management:

• Lead and manage a team of executive protection and event security personnel, including contracted services globally.

• Develop and implement executive protection and event security policies, procedures, and protocols according to best practice.

• Provide training and development opportunities for company-wide security staff to ensure high performance and adherence to best practices.

Executive Protection:

• Responsible for delivery of all aspects of executive protection, including trip planning, advance work, close protection, and residential security.

• Coordinate with internal teams (e.g., executive office staff, business area senior leaders) and external security firms to ensure seamless protection services.

• Conduct threat assessments and vulnerability analyses to identify and mitigate potential risks.

Event Security:

• Plan and execute security measures for corporate events, ensuring the safety of attendees and executives.

• Collaborate with the Corporate Events team and business areas to review and assess security needs for global events.

• Manage relationships with security vendors to provide necessary event security services.

Supplier Management:

• Evaluate, select, and manage key security vendors, including security drivers, protective services, and medical support.

• Establish and monitor Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and Service Level Agreements (SLAs) to ensure vendor performance meets company standards.

• Maintain effective communication and collaboration with suppliers to optimize security operations.

Collaboration and Liaison:

• Liaise with relevant government agencies and other public safety organizations as needed.

• Work closely with the Global Security team to support site security, risk intelligence, and investigations.

• Develop and maintain partnerships with data and technology providers to enhance protective intelligence capabilities.

Future Scope:

As the executive protection and event security programs mature, this role will be evaluated for potential expansion to include additional responsibilities within Equinor’s security and crisis management operations.

Here's what we expect from you:

At Equinor, there are some overall qualities we regard as essential. We want you to identify with the values that guide our decisions and help us succeed and grow: open, collaborative, courageous and caring. We expect you to make safety your priority and to contribute to our zero-harm culture. And for this specific position, we are also looking for:

Qualifications:

• Minimum 15 years of experience in law enforcement, national security, corporate security, or a related field.

• Fluent in Norwegian and English, both written and orally.

• Extensive experience in executive protection, threat assessment, and security program management.

• Ability to work effectively under pressure and in high-stress environments.

• Relevant certifications (e.g., Certified Protection Professional, Personal Protection Specialist) are a plus.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Preferred Skills:

• Strong leadership and team management skills.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Familiarity with the latest security technologies and trends.

• Experience in managing security for high-profile events.

• You have commercial awareness and experience.

What can we offer you?

We want you to have a rewarding and fulfilling work life. That’s why we offer

Not just a job - a career

In Equinor, your development begins on day one. You will build your competence through a wide range of learning activities while being empowered to build your career across multiple disciplines and geographies. Our internal job market allows a wide range of opportunities for development and growth within your own field, or even in other areas you find interesting and relevant.

Attractive rewards

We give you a comprehensive benefits package with a competitive salary, global parental leave, bonus scheme and pension plan.

Wellness and work-life balance

We care about and prioritise our employees’ well-being. We know that for you to be the best version of yourself in the workplace, being able to collect your children, attend a class or simply enjoy social time can be invaluable. That’s why we encourage you to make use of our flexible work arrangements wherever possible.

An inclusive culture

We believe embracing our differences makes us stronger. For us, true inclusion means being able to bring your whole self to work, and for you and everyone else to feel accepted and valued.

Equal opportunities for everyone

Equinor is an equal-opportunity employer. We make all employment decisions, which include hiring, promotion, transfer, demotion, termination, and training, without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, parental status, veteran status, or any other protected status.

As part of this commitment, reasonable adjustments will be made during the recruitment process for candidates with disabilities or long-term health conditions. If you have any specific requirements, please clarify this in your application and our team will be in contact to see how we can support your needs.

Important notes about the application process

We expect you to openly offer all relevant information about yourself during the recruitment process. Background checks are performed on all final candidates, and all permanent and temporary hires will be screened using relevant sanctions lists to ensure compliance with sanctions laws. When applying for a job in Norway you will be asked for information on affiliation to high-risk countries for a security assessment.