Job Description

NBCUniversal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies. We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our global theme park destinations, consumer products, and experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through our powerhouse film and television studios, including Universal Pictures, DreamWorks Animation, and Focus Features, and the four global television studios under the Universal Studio Group banner, and operate industry-leading theme parks and experiences around the world through Universal Destinations & Experiences, including Universal Orlando Resort, home to Universal Epic Universe, and Universal Studios Hollywood. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation. Visit www.nbcuniversal.com for more information.

Our impact is rooted in improving the communities where our employees, customers, and audiences live and work. We have a rich tradition of giving back and ensuring our employees have the opportunity to serve their communities. We champion an inclusive culture and strive to attract and develop a talented workforce to create and deliver a wide range of content reflecting our world.

NBCUniversal is looking for a Production & Event Security Manager to join our Global Security Team in London. In this role, you’ll provide security oversight and logistical support for all NBCU Productions (Feature Film, Cable, Television, Streaming & Live Theatrical Events) during the planning and execution phases of all EMEA operations.

This role reports to the Sr. Director, International Security with frequent operational interaction & oversight with the VP, Entertainment Production & Event Security. The role will work closely with all NBCUniversal production and event teams to ensure the necessary resources, policies, and processes are in place to protect the company’s employees, physical property, intellectual property, and operations. This role will also support corporate needs by initiating and maintaining close partnerships with many internal partners and external vendors. This is not an operational close protection role.

This position will be based out of the offices in London and support NBCU productions and events across Europe, The Middle East & Africa and other regions as required.

What You’ll Do:

• Work directly with NBCU Production, Film and live theatrical business units in the planning and execution phase of all operations including: risk assessments, security plans, securing appropriate vendors, travelling to remotes when required, and conducting after-action reviews to identify lessons learned and opportunities for efficiency.
• Provide security consulting services to NBCU Production and Film teams, Producers, Unit Production Managers, and other staff to review scripts locations for safety and security concerns and risks.
• Quickly recognise and resolve various production security issues that arise during the course of production activities.
• Provide security planning, consulting services and oversight to our NBCU teams and contracted production companies for premieres, award shows, press junkets, press tours, or activations at significant events.
• Respond in a timely manner to the various business units regarding all security emergencies and incidents, with accurate documentation, while following all NBCU security processes and procedures.
• Initiate, develop and maintain effective partnerships with relevant cross-functional company personnel of all levels to increase business knowledge and deliver proactive security services.
• Initiate, develop and maintain effective business relationships with local law enforcement and other relevant government agencies.
• Liaise with local law enforcement, government agencies and investigators for all security emergencies and incidents in support of NBCU’s global productions.
• Work closely with the Global Security Organisation to identify synergies in vendor relationships, opportunities to partner with other Global Security team members, ensure use of updated policies and procedures, and develop a regular communication rhythm with the Global Response & Intelligence Center team.
• Provide assistance, guidance, consultation and coordination to other NBCUniversal departments including Human Resources, Legal, Investigations, etc when appropriate.

Qualifications

Let’s Talk About You…

• Self-starter – You work well both individually and as a productive member of a team.
• Problem Solver – You are adept at performing root cause analysis and are adept at implementing processes and systems to correct deficiencies and enact long-lasting solutions to complex problems.
• Flexible – You can work a flexible schedule and can travel both domestically and internationally with minimal notice.
• Decisive – You have a strong ability to navigate “the grey area” and are a solid decision maker who can enact reasonable solutions in complex circumstances.
• Security Pro – You are a trusted and experienced security professional who can work independently and delivers exceptional results.
• Verbal and written communication – You can communicate clearly with personnel at all levels both in and outside the business and concisely tailor your communication style to suit your audience.
• Quick Learner – You can adapt and learn new methods easily to increase efficiency and productivity.
• Attention to detail – You can identify and correct issues before proceeding to the next stage. Being detail-oriented in checking the facts, grammar, and tone of your work.

What You Must Have:

• Extensive production and event security experience perhaps with a background in law enforcement/military or a related role within a corporation with a proven track record of professional success.
• Experience in successfully engaging, managing, and working with security vendors.
• Experience working with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams, Adobe, and Zoom.
• International travel is required

What Would Make You a Stand-out:

• Strong previous entertainment or media experience with a thorough understanding of motion picture and television production including process, terminology, organisational structure, and content protection protocols.
• Experience in large scale talent and exectutive protection delivery and programme management
• Demonstrated success with strong verbal and written communication skills working with all levels within a matrix style organisation.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently to deliver exceptional results among multiple priorities with the capacity to work in a team environment successfully.

Additional Information

As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to AccessibilitySupport@nbcuni.com.