Overview:

The First Group Hospitality is a Dubai-headquartered, full-service hospitality management company specialising in hotel operations, asset management, and F&B strategy. With a team of industry veterans and a proven track record, the company delivers tailored solutions that enhance efficiency, optimise revenue, and maximise asset value for investors and hotel owners.

As a trusted third-party hotel management provider, The First Group Hospitality partners with leading global brands to drive operational excellence and long-term profitability, thanks to expertise spanning property performance optimisation, cost management, and guest experience enhancement.

Beyond management, The First Group Hospitality develops and operates a dynamic portfolio of upscale hotels, residences, and award-winning restaurants, creating high-value hospitality assets that stand out in the market. For more information, visit tfghospitality.com Job Description:

The Group Director of Security is responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing the Group's security, safety, risk management, and loss prevention strategies across all TFG Hospitality properties. This role provides strategic leadership to ensure the safety and security of guests, employees, contractors, visitors, and company assets while maintaining compliance with corporate policies, legal requirements, and industry best practices. Reporting to the Executive Leadership Team, the Group Director of Security partners closely with Operations, Human Resources, Engineering, Finance, IT, and General Managers to establish a proactive security culture, minimize operational risks, and ensure business continuity across the portfolio. The role requires exceptional leadership, sound judgment, crisis management expertise, and the ability to develop standardized security programs while adapting to the operational needs of individual properties.KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Strategic Leadership

• Develop and execute the Group Security Strategy aligned with TFG Hospitality's business objectives.
• Establish, review, and continuously improve security, safety, and risk management policies across all properties.
• Standardize security operating procedures, emergency response protocols, and compliance requirements throughout the portfolio.
• Provide strategic advice and recommendations to Executive Leadership regarding emerging security risks and mitigation strategies.
• Benchmark security practices against industry standards and recommend improvements.

Safety, Security & Risk Management

• Oversee the implementation of all Safety, Security, Risk Management, and Loss Prevention programs across the Group.
• Develop strategies to protect company assets, guests, employees, contractors, and visitors.
• Ensure compliance with local legislation, health and safety regulations, fire life safety requirements, and corporate standards.
• Lead the Group's Threat and Vulnerability Assessment program and recommend appropriate mitigation measures.
• Ensure all properties maintain effective emergency preparedness, business continuity, and crisis management plans.
• Conduct periodic security risk assessments and audits across all hotels and hospitality outlets.

Crisis & Emergency Management

• Lead the development, implementation, and regular review of Crisis Management and Emergency Response Plans.
• Serve as the Group's lead advisor during emergencies, major incidents, or security-related crises.
• Ensure regular emergency drills, evacuation exercises, and crisis simulations are conducted across all properties.
• Review emergency responses following incidents and implement continuous improvement initiatives.

Loss Prevention & Investigations

• Develop Group-wide loss prevention strategies to minimize financial loss, th