Role objectives

• Act as the senior in-country representative for the company, managing all operations, client relations, and local engagement.
• Lead and supervise security personnel and training teams across all sites.
• Deliver and oversee British-style military and security training programmes as Chief Instructor, ensuring adherence to best practices and standards.
• Maintain high levels of integrity, discipline, and operational discretion at all times.
• Engage in strategic planning and execution of business development initiatives in the region.
• Liaise with government, military, and private sector stakeholders to support the company’s goals.
• Manage in-country logistics, risk management, and compliance with local regulations.
• Provide regular reports to Head Office on operational status, threats, opportunities, and performance.
• Uphold and promote the company’s values in all interactions

Project reporting

• This role will report to the ELT of Hart Security.

Key competencies

• Graduate of Royal Military Academy Sandhurst or an equivalent international officer training institution.
• Former Command-level Officer within the British Armed Forces or a similar Tier 1 force.
• Completed recognised Special Forces selection and operational service (e.g., UKSF, SAS, SBS, or allied units).
• Formal training qualification and/or proven experience in a dedicated training role
• Relevant defence training qualifications (e.g., military instructor certifications or equivalent)
• Extensive operational experience in hostile or complex environments, preferably in Africa or similar regions.
• Strong understanding of British military training doctrine, with the ability to design and lead training courses to UK standards.
• High degree of business sense, commercial awareness, and stakeholder management.
• Demonstrated leadership, integrity, and sound judgment in high-pressure situations.
• Excellent written and spoken communication skills.

Team management

• This role has no team management.

Further information

• Previous experience working in West Africa or a similar geopolitical area.
• Fluency in French or local languages is a plus.
• Familiarity with donor-funded security programmes or working with NGOs, extractives, or government clients.