Security & Business Continuity Business Partner, Northern Europe Continent (NEC) chez Maersk

At Maersk, we have big plans for logistics and services. Our aspiration is nothing less than to become the global expert in integrated logistics, offering a truly end-to-end service that makes trade simpler and easier than ever. We are entrepreneurs at heart; we embrace every change as an opportunity. The diverse perspectives and contributions of our people are a unique advantage as we cross each new frontier.

Every day we push ourselves to do better, and we encourage each other to do the same.

About the Role

We are seeking a passionate and experienced Security and Business Continuity (SBC) Business Partner to lead and strengthen our SBC program across our landside operation within the Northern Europe Continent (NEC) Area. As the primary point of contact for all SBC matters across your Area, you will play a vital role in ensuring our operations are prepared, protected, and compliant. You’ll collaborate with site leaders, local operations communities, and customers to drive SBC standardization, execute risk mitigation strategies, and embed a culture of resilience.

Travel within NEC is required, as needed, to support operations and initiatives.

This role will be based in the Netherlands, with potential consideration for Germany, following a hybrid working structure, and is open to local employment only.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead SBC efforts across the NEC landside operations (depots, warehouses, transport).
• Act as the main advisor to site leaders, stakeholders, and customers on SBC risks and compliance.
• Implement and monitor SBC frameworks, ensuring alignment with internal standards and external regulations (C-TPAT, TAPA, IATA, AEO).
• Conduct threat assessments and deliver mitigation strategies for people, cargo, and operations.

• Oversee Business Impact Analyses, Continuity Plans, and Crisis Management, ensuring local and customer alignment.
• Manage Duty of Care initiatives, including travel risk, relocation support, and e- learning.
• Support loss prevention and illicit cargo detection in collaboration with Special Operations.
• Mentor and upskill site leaders to build strong security and resilience culture.
• Ensure compliance with global SBC standards and maintain accurate performance reporting.
• Support the implementation of tech solutions for threat response and resilience.
• Provide SBC support during onboarding and for new customer operations.

What We’re Looking For

• 8+ years of experience in site-based or consulting roles in Security and Business Continuity. Experience working across multiple sites/countries is a plus.
• Education and/or certification in Security, Business Continuity management, Risk management, or emergency/crisis management.
• Proven ability to influence and lead through others, building capability and confidence across teams.
• A strategic mindset with strong interpersonal skills to build trust and drive stakeholder alignment.
• Confident communicator, with strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Skilled in working with multiple stakeholders at different levels at a matrix environment.
• Detail-orientation and eagerness to learn.

What We Offer

Joining Maersk, you will become part of the global family of the company that moves 20% of global trade everyday all the way, where one of our core values is Our Employees. It goes without saying that we value diversity: we thrive on the diversity of our talent in all its forms, and we see it as a strength in building high-performance teams across brands, cultures and locations. Maersk is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we embrace different styles of thinking. Maersk is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants without regard to race, colour, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy or parental leave, veteran status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other