Client Security Portfolio Director
Allied Universal · Chicago, IL · 3 wk ago
On-siteFinance$90k/yrFull-time
About the Role
Allied Universal® is hiring a Client Portfolio Director. The Client Portfolio Director collaborates with the Branch/General Manager to oversee employees and operational activities at all locations associated with their assigned client portfolio. As a leader, you will drive profitable business growth by providing world class service to your customer. Aligning with our iCARE Leadership approach, you will be a guide on our journey to be an employer of choice in the service industry by fostering an exceptional employee experience.
Responsibilities
- Lead and mentor a team of Account Managers by providing coaching, support, and recognition, while fostering accountability.
- Encourage a collaborative and inclusive work environment to promote teamwork, open communication, and professional development.
- Build, maintain, and grow relationships with clients by understanding their security needs and ensuring satisfaction.
- Deliver high-quality service to our clients by strategically overseeing Account Managers, while maintaining industry standards, company policies, and regulatory requirements.
- Analyze, report, and drive operational metrics and KPIs using Allied Universal's Business Intelligence Platform, maximizing efficiency and productivity.
- Identify and mitigate security risks; develop and implement security protocols, training, and response plans.
- Work with branch leadership to strengthen financial performance within your assigned portfolio by managing budget allocation, driving revenue growth, reducing non-billable overtime, improving cash collections, and controlling expenses.
- Collaborate with sales to drive organic business growth within existing client operations.
Requirements
- Must possess one or more of the following:
- Bachelor's degree in criminal justice, business, or a related field.
- Associate’s degree in Criminal Justice, Business, or a related field with three (3) years of management experience in a high-volume workforce environment or service industry.
- High School diploma with five (5) years of management experience in a high-volume workforce environment or service industry.
- Current driver’s license if driving a company vehicle, or personal vehicle in the course of conducting business (e.g., client visits, attending networking events).
- Minimum of one (1) year of experience driving operational and/or financial metrics while demonstrating strong financial acumen.
- Minimum of two (2) years of experience in successfully building and developing teams.
- Leadership skills that foster teamwork, innovation, agility, client relations, and achieving desired results.
- Ability to collaborate across multiple business units and regions to creatively support client's growth and satisfaction.
- Results-oriented problem-solving skills that meet client and employee needs, while running a profitable business.
- Proficiency in web-based applications and computer systems, including Microsoft Office and (BI) Business Intelligence tools for metrics analysis, reporting, automation, and presentations.
- Dynamic networking skills displaying a commitment to safety and trust by participating in local community, client, and industry events.
Preferred Qualifications
- Law enforcement, military, and/or contract or proprietary security services experience.
- Experience managing a dispersed workforce in a multi-location operation.
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.
Pay
Starting salary up to $90,000 per year.