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ConfidentialSecurity Consultant
Sep. 2025Dubai, Dubai, United Arab EmiratesSecurity Consultant | GCC & MENA | Experienced in establishing and managing security projects across the GCC and MENA region, with a strong focus on executive protection, team development, and risk advisory. •Executive Protection - Directed protective operations for high-profile clients, ensuring safe, discreet, and seamless movements through complex environments. •Project Leadership - Designed and launched full scale security projects, from risk assessment to implementation, across corporate, government, and private sectors. •Training & Development: Built and delivered specialised training programs, raising operational standards and developing high-performing, adaptable teams. •Regional Expertise - Applied deep knowledge of local regulations, cultural differentiation and geopolitical dynamics to deliver effective and compliant security strategies. Proven track record of building sustainable security frameworks that safeguard people, assets, and reputations while enabling clients to operate with confidence.
UHNW FamilyFamily Security Manager
May. 2025 - Sep. 2025Dubai, United Arab EmiratesOversee Comprehensive Security Operations
Manage all physical and operational security measures for the family’s residences, vehicles, and staff, ensuring 24/7 protection. Close Protection & Child Safeguarding
Provide and coordinate discreet but effective close protection for family members, with a strong focus on the safety, privacy, and emotional wellbeing of children during school runs, outings, and travel. Logistics & Transportation Oversight
Coordinate secure, efficient transportation and travel logistics, including route planning, driver rotation, advance checks, and contingency planning for all local and international movements. Asset and High-Value Item Protection;
Supervise the secure handling, transportation, and storage of valuable assets and large sums of cash, in line with best practices and insurance protocols. Staff Vetting and Security Training;
Vet all household and associated staff (drivers, nannies, estate personnel), and implement ongoing security awareness and protocol training tailored to family’s lifestyle. Emergency Planning & Crisis Response;
Develop, test, and maintain emergency response protocols including medical emergencies, threats, or security breaches; ensure all staff and family know procedures. Manage and maintain surveillance, intrusion detection, GPS tracking, and access control systems across all properties and vehicles. Conduct security risk assessments and coordinate protective arrangements for all domestic and international travel, including advance site visits and liaison with local security agencies when required. Uphold the highest levels of discretion and confidentiality regarding all aspects of family life, financial matters, and movements. Budgeting & Liaison with External Security Providers ;Manage the security budget, negotiate with external vendors and private security firms, and coordinate with law enforcement or intelligence contacts as needed.
ConfidentialDiplomatic Security Advisor
Sep. 2024 - May. 2025Kyiv, Kyiv City, UkraineUK Security Cleared - Security Advisor for a Diplomatic Mission in Kyiv, Ukraine.
Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and TradeHead of Missions Primary Security Advisor
Sep. 2022 - Sep. 2024Security Cleared Security Consultant,Sub contracted to the DFAT Australian Embassy, Baghdad. Head of Missions (Ambassadors) Primary PPO.
Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and TradeDiplomatic Security Advisor
Jan. 2022 - Sep. 2024Baghdad Governorate, IraqSecurity Cleared Security Consultant,Sub contracted to the DFAT Australian Embassy, Baghdad. Head of Missions (Ambassadors) Primary PPO.
ASG SecuritySecurity Operations Manager
May. 2021 - Jan. 2022England, United Kingdom•Managed complex projects from start to finish. •Created a Training Program for mobile response teams that reduced incident response time by 20%. •Led business development including policy and risk management. •Oversaw employee shift assignments at 35+ venues and over 150 staff members in the UK and assisted with payroll. •Conducted tendering negations which reduced company’s expenditure by 10% annually. •Represented hiring manager in recruitment and interviews. •Built strong relationships through effective client communication. •Achieved annual targets for budget and client retention. •Assisted team leaders with complex shift issues.
Foreign, Commonwealth and Development OfficeDiplomatic Assistant Team Leader
May. 2020 - May. 2021Sub Contracted to the FCDO British Embassy Baghdad.
Foreign, Commonwealth and Development OfficeDiplomatic Security Team Member
Mar. 2020 - Sep. 2020Baghdad Governorate, IraqSub Contracted to the FCDO British Embassy Baghdad.
ConfidentialExecutive Security Advisor
Jul. 2019 - Mar. 2020England, United Kingdom•Provide secure, comfortable transportation as a security driver. •Offer personal and residential security to high-profile individuals and their families. •Travel extensively across Europe with the family as part of their team. •Conduct risk assessments during public appearances and coordinate with the chief of staff for events. •Supervise all guests and manage access for contractors and visitors at the residence. •Inspect estate grounds regularly, report issues, and prevent unauthorized access. •Monitor CCTV systems and secure residences during designated times.
British ArmyTraining Instructor
Mar. 2015 - Jun. 2019Trained Army recruits over a 24 month period, to a standard that would enable them to deploy on oversees exercises and operations. I would manage a team of 12, but I would regularly take lead on complete course of 48 recruits and successfully trained over 200 recruits during my time here. Reports would be produced weekly, where SMART goals would be set for recruits via a formal interview. Milestone reports would be created and briefed to head of operations on the progress of recruits on a 2-monthly basis . This instructing period within my career also included the future supervisors of the Infantry. During the 6-month training cycle I would be overall manager of the planning, documenting and delivery of Weapons training, including shooting ranges. Personal management & administration Physical fitness Teamwork Qualities of a soldier Military knowledge Lifesaving medical training Mind management and mental robustness.
British ArmyTeam Supervisor
Mar. 2013 - Aug. 2015As a team supervisor I would lead a team of up to 6 team members. This was done in a number of environments including, Canada, Kenya , Somalia , Lithuania and One Operational Tour. Responsibilities included: • Ensure team members were complying with company policies and health & safety was being adhered to. • Deliver low level training and help with the induction of new team members. • I would hold overall accountability of the equipment used by my team members. • Assist in the planning phase for delivery. • Conducting operations in line with the critical path that was set by senior operation manager. • Delegate tasks and teach processes with best practice. • Assist in the documentation of operations for future tasks.
British ArmyTeam Member
Mar. 2012 - Mar. 2013United KingdomAs a team member, I was responsible for delivering work that was set by assistant operation managers. While in the build-up to and while on operations, it would be my responsibility to ensure I was ready to deploy, this would include: -Making sure I was at a peak of my mental and physical fitness -Attendance of all briefs, so that I would be up to date with current procedures & processes -Conducting perations in line with the critical path that was set by senior operation manager. -Assist in the documentation of operations for future tasks.
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