Securitas UK have appointed Satia Rai as their new Head of Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging, with Rai being tasked with playing a huge role in both defining and delivering the overall strategy for Securitas.
With over 25 years’ worth of experience in the security industry, Rai is very much a security veteran and brings a wealth of experience to the role.
“I am elated with my appointment as Head of Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging at Securitas UK,” Rai said. “It’s incredible to be part of the Securitas family, progression and transition into my role felt so right. I have landed my dream role, working for the leading security service provider globally.
“This next chapter of my journey will enable me to continue with my lifelong ambition of giving back and serving the security community that I am so passionate about and proud I belong to.”
Adding comment was Shaun Kennedy, COO Central Europe at Securitas, who said: “We are delighted to welcome Satia to the Securitas family. At Securitas we are committed to creating and engendering an inclusive work place environment where everyone belongs, Satia’s appointment will accelerate, impact and enable this.
“It’s important we are not only changing Securitas, we are challenging the industry and our clients to step up and walk the walk.”
Finally, Sarah Hayes, HR Director, Securitas UK, said: “Over the last three years we have been building on our diversity and inclusion strategy with the ultimate goal to create a place where we all truly belong, where we can remove our masks and be our authentic selves. This goes beyond the protected characteristics and having a policy.
“Satia’s appointment is very exciting for me personally, the skills, experience and passion that she brings will transcend us to another level and take us ever closer utopia, where everyone in our business that values and celebrates all of our differences. Somewhere to belong.
“Satia will play a critical role in defining and delivering our strategy, promoting a diverse and inclusive workplace, ultimately helping Securitas attract and retain the top talent from all backgrounds. The future of Securitas UK is exciting.”
