Security Advisory Lead

Joining ArupArup’s purpose, shared values and collaborative approach has set us apart for over 75 years, guiding how we shape a better world.Arup's Security Advisory stream provides services both across the region and worldwide as part of Arup’s global Resilience, Security & Risk offering. Services include threat and risk analysis, threat, vulnerability and risk assessment, security intelligence (including as-a-service tailored security intelligence analysis and threat briefings), travel risk assessment, strategic security design, regulatory and policy affairs (including aviation security) and advice on operational security. Watch this short clip to discover how Arup are shaping a better world and how you could be a part of it!The Opportunity An opportunity has arisen for an Associate to direct the Security Advisory practice in the UKIMEA Resilience, Security & Risk team.  You will partner with local subject matter experts, resilience, security & risk peers along with design team members. The candidate will work with clients to understand and address security risks, creating sustainable and innovative solutions to address security risk, and will assist in the development of world-class capabilities in Arup’s Resilience, Security & Risk team and the region including staffing, processes, tools and frameworks.  The role will see you develop and implement the strategic direction for our Security Advisory service offerings.   As part of your role, you will develop the pipeline of fee-earning work necessary to deliver the security advisory operating plan, act as technical authority/project director for security advisory projects and provide direction of the team with duty for line management, management of performance and career development of members. At Arup, you belong to an extraordinary collective – in which we encourage individuality to thrive. Our strength comes from how we respect, share and connect our diverse experiences, perspectives and ideas.  You will have the opportunity do socially useful work that has meaning – to Arup, to your career, to our members and to the clients and communities we serve.  Is this role right for you?The successful candidate will be a well-credentialled, technically excellent and inspiring leader.   We are seeking the following:Qualification in security risk management, political science, international relations, organisational resilience, disaster risk management or an engineering discipline Professional qualification with a relevant recognised body e.g. Register of Security Engineers and Specialists (RSES), Chartered Security Professional (CSyP) or Chartered Management Consultant (ChMC) A track record in professional services consultancy, with skills in developing opportunities, a strong win-rate in conversion to fee-earning commissions, excellence in all parts of client delivery and success in growing client accounts through repeat commissions Excellent stakeholder management and people leadership skills and the ability to work in an ambiguous, complex environment with multiple stakeholdersRecognised as a subject-matter with an interest in applying your skills across a broad range of tasks and projects, working in collaboration with many different specialistsThe ability to convey complex technical information and concepts clearly and to all levels of an organisation – with a particular focus on conveying information to non-experts and excellence in report-writing, oral communication and visual presentation skills.Data analysis skills, system mapping and risk assessment, underpinned by strong numerical skills including expertise in use of Microsoft Excel and PowerBI or similarAn understanding of design of engineering infrastructure and systems. Experience of, or interest in, some of the following would be beneficial: business operations; economics; organisational change management; climate resilience and sustainable development; energy systems; data visualisation, logistics and process mapping. Not ready to apply just yet, or have a few questions? Contact Kylie O’Hanlon  - [email protected] Please note, to ensure we remain GDPR compliant do not send your CV directly to us via this email.If this role is not quite what you are looking for but you are interested in other opportunities for a future with purpose, please sign up to our Talent Community:    where you will be kept up to date with roles suitable for you to shape a better world.What we offer youAt Arup, we care about each member’s success, so we can grow together.Guided by our values, we provide an attractive total reward package that recognises the contribution of each of our members to our shared success. As well as competitive, fair and equitable pay, we offer a career in which all of our members can belong, grow and thrive – through benefits that support health and wellbeing, a wide range of learning opportunities and many possibilities to have an impact through the work they do.We are owned in trust on behalf of our members, giving us the freedom, with personal responsibility, to set our own direction and choose work that aligns with our purpose and adds to Arup’s legacy. Our members collaborate on ambitious projects to deliver remarkable outcomes for our clients and communities. Profit Share is a key part of our reward, enabling members to share in the results of our collective efforts.We also provide Private medical insurance, Life assurance, Accident insurance and Income protection cover. In addition, you’ll have access to flexible benefits?to help you look after all aspects of your wellbeing and give you the freedom and flexibility to find the best solutions for you, your family, and your individual needs.Different people, shared valuesArup is an equal opportunity employer that actively promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age (within legal limits), gender identity or expression, marital status, disability, neurotype or mental health, race or ethnicity, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you’re pregnant or on family leave. We are an open environment that embraces diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas – this drives our excellence.Guided by our values and alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, we create and contribute to equitable spaces and systems, while cultivating a sense of belonging for all. Our internal employee networks support our inclusive culture: from race, ethnicity and cross-cultural working to gender equity and LGBTQ+ and disability inclusion – we aim to create a space for you to express yourself and make a positive difference. Discover more about life at Arup at We are committed to making our recruitment process and workplaces accessible to all candidates. Please contact Kylie O’Hanlon at [email protected] to let us know if you need any assistance or reasonable adjustments throughout your application or interview process, and/or to perform the essential functions of the role. We will do everything we can to support you.Our Application ProcessTo understand what to expect next, please visit  Stay safe online – Arup will never ask for your bank details as part of our recruitment process.Recruitment Agencies - We have a Preferred Supplier List of trusted partners to assist us when required and do not acknowledge any speculative CVs or unsolicited candidate introductions from agencies not on the list.Closing Date: 7-10-2024