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It’s our heritage and it’s also our future. Because we don’t just make toys. We create innovative products and experiences that inspire fans, entertain audiences and develop children through play. Mattel is at its best when every member of our team feels respected, included, and heard-when everyone can show up as themselves and do their best work every day. We value and share an infinite range of ideas and voices that evolve and broaden our perspectives with a reach that extends into all our brands, partners, and suppliers.\nThe Team:\nGlobal Security & Investigations is responsible for protecting Mattel’s people, assets, and reputation through proactive risk management, security operations, Security investigative intelligence, executive protection, and crisis response. The team partners closely with business leaders and cross-functional stakeholders around the world to identify and mitigate risks, strengthen preparedness, and support business continuity in dynamic environments. Through a collaborative and solutions-oriented approach, Global Security & Investigations helps enable Mattel’s employees and leadership to operate safely, confidently, and with integrity across global operations.\n The Opportunity:\nWe are seeking a highly collaborative, discreet, and integrity-driven Executive Protection Manager to join our Global Security & Investigations team. This role is responsible for leading global executive protection and protective intelligence efforts supporting senior leadership, while proactively identifying, assessing, and mitigating security risks across travel, workplace, residential, and event environments. The ideal candidate is an experienced risk management professional who combines sound judgment, operational excellence, and strong interpersonal skills to build trusted partnerships across the organization and with external stakeholders worldwide. This position requires a strategic yet hands-on leader capable of managing complex security operations, coordinating crisis response activities, and driving continuous improvement in executive protection programs, policies, and training while maintaining the highest standards of professionalism, confidentiality, collaboration, and ethical conduct.\nWhat Your Impact Will Be:\nEP Security Operations and Emergency Response\nPartner with internal stakeholders, Executive Assistants, Human Resources, Facilities, Legal, Travel, and other cross-functional teams to ensure safe, secure, and seamless operations related to executive workplace safety and security initiatives. \nLead executive workplace physical security monitoring and response in coordination with overall site security team. \nManage C-suite emergency response protocols and ensure readiness for security incidents involving senior leadership. \nEngage closely in global crisis management efforts, including emergency response, executive protection and communications during incidents. \nDevelop and implement incident detection, escalation, and resolution policies aligned with Global Security operations. \nProvide strategic oversight for executive protection incidents, while collaborating with operational teams responsible for daily execution. \nRisk Assessment, Protective Intelligence and Threat Management\nConduct threat, vulnerability, and risk assessments related to executives, residences, workplaces, events, and travel associated with executive protection operations. \nPerform protective intelligence activities, including social media and open-source monitoring, insider threat evaluations, executive threat profiling, and pre-incident indicator analysis, independently and in coordination with Global Security Intelligence and Corporate Communications teams. \nDevelop and implement tailored security plans, risk mitigation strategies, and protective measures supporting executive protection operations globally. \nLead the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of executive protection policies, standards, procedures, and best practices aligned with corporate security objectives and industry standards. \nServe as a subject matter expert and trusted advisor on executive protection, protective intelligence, and threat management matters across the organization. \nBuild and maintain relationships with external industry partners, security providers, intelligence resources, and law enforcement agencies to support threat identification, risk mitigation, and executive safety initiatives. \nExecutive Travel Security\nConduct advance security assessments for domestic and international travel, particularly in elevated-risk environments, identifying vulnerabilities and recommending appropriate protective measures and security protocols. \nDevelop and implement executive travel security plans, contingency procedures, and emergency response protocols for travel and special events. \nPlan and coordinate travel security arrangements for senior leadership (SVP and above) when traveling to high-risk locations, including transportation, accommodations, medical support, and emergency response resources. \nCoordinate with internal department members, international security providers, law enforcement, hotels, transportation vendors, and internal stakeholders to support safe and secure executive travel globally. \nMaintain real-time awareness of travel risks, geopolitical developments, civil unrest, crime trends, and other emerging threats that may impact executive movements or business operations. \nProvide protective intelligence support and travel briefings to executives and key stakeholders prior to travel. \nPolicy Development, Compliance, and Governance\nDevelop, implement, and maintain global executive protection policies, standards, procedures, and governance frameworks aligned with legal requirements, corporate policies, and industry best practices. \nUtilize intelligence analysis, operational metrics, and data-driven insights to enhance protective operations, risk mitigation, and program effectiveness. \nMaintain accurate and confidential documentation related to executive protection operations, incident reporting, threat assessments, travel security activities, and risk mitigation efforts. \nEnsure executive protection programs and operational practices align with enterprise security frameworks, corporate risk management objectives, and broader Global Security strategies. \nDevelop and support long-term initiatives to strengthen executive protection capabilities, operational readiness, and integration with global security programs. \nVendor and Security Program Management\nManage third-party executive protection vendors, including vendor selection, contract oversight, performance management, and the development of standardized KPIs to ensure service quality, operational effectiveness, and risk mitigation. \nCoordinate on the selection, management, and operational oversight of CCW (armed security) providers, ensuring alignment with Global Security standards, executive protection requirements, and applicable legal regulations. \nSupport executive protection-related procurement activities, budgeting, and expense management in accordance with Mattel policies and financial controls. \nTraining and Program Development\nDevelop and deliver executive protection training programs focused on protective operations, threat recognition, situational awareness, emergency response, and security best practices. \nRecruit, train, mentor, and support the professional development of executive protection personnel, drivers, and security analysts. \nEstablish continuous improvement initiatives, training standards, and career development pathways to strengthen overall executive protection program capabilities and operational readiness. \nPartner with Global Security leadership to support executive and C-suite Workplace Violence Prevention Program (WVPP), active threat, and crisis response training initiatives. \nLeadership and Organizational Impact\nManage Security Analyst’s responsibilities for threat monitoring, protective intelligence, risk analysis, and executive protection planning. \nOversee executive driver operations and executive protection vehicle resources in coordination with Executive Assistants and other key stakeholders. \nCollaborate with GSOC leadership and operational teams to support executive protection operations, intelligence sharing, incident response, and monitoring capabilities. \nPartner with regional and international Global Security leadership to coordinate executive travel security and regional executive protection programs globally. \nServe as a subject matter expert (SME) and trusted advisor to leadership on executive protection, threat management, and protective operations. \nProvide leadership, mentoring, coaching, and professional development opportunities for security professionals and analysts. \nMaintain a professional executive-level appearance and demeanor, serving as a positive representative of the Global Security organization and a role model for the team \nReporting and Communication\nProvide daily and weekly reports and briefings to senior leadership on plans, incidents, risk assessments, and executive protection operations. \nMaintain strong communication and effective collaboration with executives, Executive Assistants, internal stakeholders, and external security partners to support seamless protective operations. \nPrepare clear, concise, and comprehensive security assessments, intelligence summaries, and risk analyses to support informed decision-making and operational planning. \nEnsure timely and accurate reporting of security incidents within Mattel’s Security Incident Management system, including oversight and quality review of subordinate reporting, corrective actions, and continuous improvement initiatives. \nContinuous Improvement\nBenchmark security practices against peer organizations, industry leaders, and government security standards through participation in professional organizations and partnerships. \nConduct post-incident and monthly operation reviews to develop corrective action and continuous improvement plans. \n What We’re Looking For:\nEducation: Bachelor’s degree in related fields such as Criminal Justice, Security Management, Business Administration or other fields. \n Minimum 5 years in executive protection, corporate security, military, or law enforcement; and 3 or more years of managerial or supervisory experience. \nSkills: Strong collaborative leadership skills and team management. Deep observational, analytical, and crisis management abilities; expertise in security, communication and collaboration technologies. Open-source Intelligence analysis, Strong communication ability both written and verbal. \nAttributes: Professional demeanor, discretion, adaptability, confidentiality, and integrity in handling sensitive information. \nCertifications: Proficiency in first aid, defensive driving, evasive driving \nAbility to navigate and manage under high stress situations. \nTravel Requirements: Willingness, availability and ability to travel frequently and on short notice. Adaptable to work evenings weekends and on holidays depending on need. \nPreferred:\nCCW certification \nSpecialized certification in security or protection: Examples could include Certified Protection Professional (CPP), Executive Protection Specialist (EPS) or similar international certifications. \nGlobal experience, multi-lingual and a strong geographic understanding. \n Don’t meet every single requirement? At Mattel, we are dedicated to an inclusive workplace and a culture of belonging. If you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles. Join Mattel's Talent Community and start receiving exciting updates about our company, our employees, and our culture. Also, interested in signing up for job alerts? 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