Full-Time

Assistant Director of Security

Posted on 9/12/2026

The Hongkong and Shanghai Hotels

The Hongkong and Shanghai Hotels

1,001-5,000 employees

Luxury hotel and real estate group

Compensation Overview

$85k - $95k/yr

Beverly Hills, CA, USA

In Person

Category
Security & Protective Services (1)
Required Skills
CPR
First Aid

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Requirements
  • Maintain current certification in CPR and First Aid and perform competently when necessary.
  • Have working knowledge of hotel lock and in-room safe systems.
  • Be able to perform all tasks required of officers on a daily basis.
  • Ensure compliance with all federal and local laws.
Responsibilities
  • Assist the Director of Security and Operational Risk in managing, supervising, and critiquing day-to-day security operations.
  • Assist in setting, demonstrating, and monitoring the level of guest and associate service provided by security officers.
  • Ensure officers maintain high visibility to guests and associates throughout the hotel.
  • Assist in training associates on their roles during emergency situations.
  • Assist in leading the security department toward a safe and secure work environment while protecting guests and hotel assets.
  • Review and conduct performance evaluations.
  • Implement safety and security policies and procedures.
  • Monitor master key controls for all hotel master keys.
  • Monitor security and safety programs.
  • Investigate incidents involving guests, associates, patrons, and hotel assets.
  • Manage department scheduling and payroll.
  • Implement the hotel's emergency plan.
  • Provide ongoing training for officers and hotel staff regarding emergency plans, safety, and security.
  • Conduct fire drills.
  • Review officers' daily documentation for accuracy and timeliness.
  • Make periodic hotel patrols, critique officers, and demonstrate patrolling methods.
  • Assist with difficult guest or associate issues, including disorderly conduct, theft, suicides, bomb threats, accidents, fires, safety hazards, robberies, terrorist activities, civil disturbances, power failures, elevator entrapment, medical assistance, and natural disasters.
  • Maintain a positive work environment and develop, maintain, and improve teamwork within the department and hotel.
The Hongkong and Shanghai Hotels

The Hongkong and Shanghai Hotels

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The Hongkong and Shanghai Hotels, Limited operates luxury hospitality and real estate assets, owning and running Peninsula-branded hotels in prime locations across Asia, the US, and Europe, with additional developments in London and Istanbul. It manages hotel operations and owns related commercial properties, clubs, and tourism assets to offer premium accommodations, services, and experiences. Its differentiators include a long history since 1866, a global collection of iconic Peninsula properties, and ownership of diverse assets like attractions such as The Peak Tram, enabling an integrated luxury brand experience. Its goal is to provide high-end hospitality and related real estate experiences while growing a portfolio of landmark properties and attractions that attract affluent travelers and investors.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Central and Western District, Hong Kong

Founded

N/A

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • H1 2026 profit rebounded to HK$23m on 20% revenue growth, August 5.
  • The Peninsula London residences sold 20 of 24 units, adding HK$395m revenue.
  • Management approved HK$2.1b renovations for Hong Kong and Tokyo, signaling confidence.

What critics are saying

  • Hong Kong office leasing stayed challenging in H1 2026, pressuring occupancy and rents.
  • The Peninsula London residences carry low margins, and four units remain unsold.
  • A Hong Kong travel downturn would hit hotels, Peak Tram, and property income together.

What makes The Hongkong and Shanghai Hotels unique

  • The Peninsula brand commands luxury pricing across Asia, the U.S., and Europe.
  • HSH owns scarce city-center assets, including The Peninsula London and The Peak Tram.
  • Commercial properties and residential leasing diversify cash flow beyond hotels.

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Benefits

Flexible Work Hours

Paid Vacation

Bus transit reimbursement