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Allied Universal Client Portfolio Director in Chicago, Illinois
Allied Universal®, North America’s leading security and facility services company, provides rewarding careers that give you a sense of purpose. While working in a dynamic, diverse and inclusive workplace, you will be part of a team that fuels a culture that will reflect in our communities and customers we serve. We offer medical, dental and vision coverage, life insurance, retirement plan, employee assistance programs, company discounts, perks and more for most full-time positions!
Allied Universal is currently hiring a Client Portfolio Director to lead a business segment in a designated region. The primary role of the Client Portfolio Director is to enhance client experiences, build long term meaningful client relationships and engage with employees that deliver our services in the field. The Director will achieve goals and objectives, ensure the highest level of Security Officer Quality, client satisfaction by providing excellent customer service, build and retain profitable business growth and hire and develop strong talent. To support and ensure success in this role, we provide a comprehensive, week-long management onboarding course designed to provide best practices, tools and guidance.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Set an example as a leader with a management style that encourages participation and ownership by all, along with a continuous focus on execution, customer satisfaction, employee satisfaction and financial management
Set the direction, tone, and client-specific plan for achieving agreed-upon service levels and meeting actionable expectations for delivering measurable results
Focus on hiring, development, and retention of appropriate security officers and Operations Managers and Field Supervisors overseeing remote managed business
Communicate high service level expectations consistently to the team to ensure client and employee satisfaction and retention
Engage regularly with clients to share his/her expertise to enhance the value of Allied Universal's offering
Assist in coordinating the day-to-day team effort of Operations Managers and other assigned personnel to ensure that services are delivered in a quality and cost effective manner.
Manage the delivery of services through subordinate team and fill in for them and the District Manager in their absence or as requested or required.
Work with assigned personnel to ensure that all contractually scheduled hours are met with a minimum of unbilled overtime
Work with assigned personnel to ensure that all contractually scheduled hours are met with a minimum of unbilled overtime.
Coach, counsel, and develop assigned personnel to assist with their opportunity for advancement/promotability
Capably utilize WinTeam for scheduling and billing, and to produce reports (such as Scheduling Activity, Invoice Aging by Tiers, Training Summary and Training Detail reports) that require interpretation and action for effective business management
ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Enforce Allied policies as outlined by the handbooks and executive memos.
Work with all levels in the organization to identify, analyze and solve problems and create opportunities for continuous improvement
Act as liaison between Allied Universal and the customer to foster customer intimacy, including travel to/from face to face meetings
Maintain confidentiality of all information and data
Keep records and prepare accurate and timely reports both manually and through automated methods
Maintain regular attendance to ensure avoidance of unpredictable, frequent and/or ongoing late arrivals and chronic tardiness
Perform other related duties and responsibilities as assigned or required
Actively participate in community and business related organizations
QUALIFICATIONS
The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice, Business Administration or a related field plus at least 5 years of leadership experience. Contract security, proprietary security services, military/law enforcement experience is highly desired. In addition, we require the following skills:
Previous Customer Service, Account Management, Sales, Facilities Management, Military or Law enforcement experience preferred
Proven strong service orientation, excellent interpersonal, leadership and organizational skills
Ability to develop and grow client relationships
Ability to make decisions and conduct courageous conversations
Manage multiple tasks with ability to manage multiple priorities, complex situations, a diverse team of employees and client requirements on an ongoing basis.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to communicate in a timely manner any changes or recommendations that could have impact on our service image or brand
In-depth understanding of financial performance
Ability to work in a team-oriented management environment while having an entrepreneurial attitude.
Proven track record of developing and engaging people to achieve superior results. Passionate about coaching and development
Proven success in hiring the best talent and effectively managing team performance
Ability to deal with internal and external customers and to ensure compliance with fair employment practices and perform employee investigations
BENEFITS:
Medical, dental, vision, basic life, AD&D, and disability insurance
Enrollment in our company’s 401 (k) or Supplemental Income 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
Allied Universal® is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or relationship/association with a protected veteran, or any other basis or characteristic protected by law. For more information: www.aus.com
If you have any questions regarding Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action, Diversity and Inclusion, have difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply, or require an accommodation at any time during the recruitment and/or employment process, please contact our local Human Resources department. To find an office near you, please visit: www.aus.com/offices .
Allied Universal® is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or relationship/association with a protected veteran, or any other basis or characteristic protected by law. For more information: www.aus.com
If you have any questions regarding Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action, Diversity and Inclusion, have difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply, or require an accommodation at any time during the recruitment and/or employment process, please contact our local Human Resources department. To find an office near you, please visit: www.aus.com/offices .
Job ID: 2024-1147291
Location: United States-Illinois-Chicago
Job Category: Management
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