Security Account Manager - Investment management company

Allied Universal, North America's leading security and facility services company, offers rewarding careers that provide you a sense of purpose. While working in a dynamic, welcoming, and collaborative workplace, you will be part of a team that contributes to a culture that positively impacts the communities and customers we serve. We offer comprehensive benefits for most full-time positions, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, life insurance, a retirement plan, employee assistance programs, company discounts, perks, and more.

Allied Universal is hiring an Account Manager. As an Account Manager, you are the driving force behind daily security operations, ensuring the safety and well-being of the people and places you protect. You will lead from the front-guiding, developing, and motivating your team of security officers and supervisors to deliver exceptional service. This is your opportunity to lead with purpose, make a real impact, and create a safer environment for those who count on you.

Why Join Allied Universal?

Career Growth: Opportunities to advance within a global leader in security services
• Impactful Work: Play a vital role in protecting people, property, and businesses
• Supportive Team: Work with caring professionals dedicated to safety and excellence

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manage scheduling: Leverage AI-powered technology to effectively schedule security officers, meeting client contract hours while minimizing unbilled overtime
• Lead and Develop Security Teams: Hire, coach and manage security officers and supervisors while overseeing payroll, performance, and employee relations
• Enhance Client Relationships: Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, ensuring high-quality service that protects people and property
• Handle Security Incidents and Emergencies: Respond to escalated issues professionally, coordinating with clients and internal teams
• Direct Compliance and Security Operational Excellence: Oversee training, safety, and site operational standards as well as managing inventory (uniforms, equipment, and other essential supplies)

QUALIFICATIONS (MUST HAVE):

• 8 years active service in any military branch or law enforcement
• Bachelor's degree in law enforcement or criminal justice
• Proven interpersonal and communication skills required
• Previous leadership experience in Military or Law Enforcement
• Strong written and communication skills
• Crisis management experience
• Microsoft Office skills
• Proven experience with management/evaluation/development/motivation of staff
• Flexible Schedule available weekend as needed
• Documented instructor certification through a certifying agency (Unarmed Guard Trainer, CPR, etc.)
• Demonstrated ability to effectively supervise others and employ coaching and problem solving techniques.
• Previous formal training in management, human relations, interpersonal communication skills, labor and criminal laws, and emergency response.
• Proven experience with management/evaluation/development/motivation of staff.
• Ability to supervise subordinates through the transmission of values, standards and culture with an understanding of their influence on others.
• Possess effective verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills and recognizes the need for communicating differently with different people.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (NICE TO HAVE):

• College degree in Business Administration or a law enforcement-related field
• Law enforcement, military, and/or contract or proprietary security services, or facility management experience
• American Society of Industrial Security (ASIS), International Certified Protection Professional (CPP) certification
• Previous payroll, billing, or scheduling experience
• Aptitude with security systems: CCTV, access control, and badge administration
• Graduate of certified public safety academy (e.g., Law Enforcement, Firefighter/Paramedic, Corrections Officer)

BENEFITS:

• Medical, dental, vision, basic life, AD&D, and disability insurance
• Enrollment in our company's 401(k)plan, subject to eligibility requirements
• Eight paid holidays annually, five sick days, and four personal days
• Vacation time offered at an accrual rate of 3.08 hours biweekly. Unused vacation is only paid out where required by law.

Salary: $125,000 / year

Allied Universal is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or relationship/association with a protected veteran, or any other basis or characteristic protected by law. For more information: www.aus.com

If you have any questions regarding Equal Employment Opportunity, have difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply, or require an accommodation at any time during the recruitment and/or employment process, please contact our local Human Resources department. To find an office near you, please visit: www.aus.com/offices.