Associate Manager for Security Check Passengers

Area

Administrative

Location

Copenhagen Airport

Job type

Full-time

Posting date

• Oct. 2026

Do you want to help set the direction for one of the most important areas at Copenhagen Airport? In this role you will be responsible for the development of processes, projects and operating models in one of Denmark's largest infrastructural hubs, where up to 50,000 travelers pass through security screening every day. At the same time, you will have a unique opportunity to shape the security processes of the future through the implementation of new technology and close collaboration with many stakeholders.

Your new role You will be part of a competent leadership team responsible for developing and driving solutions that support CPH's ambition to continue being among the world's most efficient airports in terms of security processes. The role combines operations, development, leadership and project work in a complex 24/7 organization.

Your main tasks will be to

• Ensure a safe and stable operation in a 24/7 organization.
• Be a professional expert and represent Security Check Passengers (SCP) in cross-functional projects.
• Have responsibility for service and maintenance structures in the checkpoint area.
• Develop and optimize staffing and operating models.
• Drive efficiency, process optimization and standardization.
• Support the implementation of new concepts and technologies.
• Train and develop operations managers and ensure professional robustness in the organization.

You do not directly manage employees in this role, but you must act as a link between Chief and Manager level, which includes leadership development of the On-Duty Managers, project involvement and concept development.

The working hours for the Associate Manager role are scheduled Monday - Friday within normal office hours, with periodic needs in extended hours and weekends.

Your new department Every day Safe & Secure Operations ensures the airport functions safely and efficiently from start to finish. We are responsible for the operational run of the airport across the board, from flight operations and baggage to infrastructure, compliance and support functions.

You will be part of an area closely connected to operations. Here we work around the clock to get thousands of travelers and aircraft safely and on time through the airport—and to create a stable and well-functioning everyday life for passengers, airlines and partners.

You will be part of Security Check Passengers whose core task is to deliver safe air travel out of Copenhagen for all travelers. We work purposefully to combine high security with good customer service, so passengers experience short waiting times and a secure start to their journey. As Associate Manager you will be an important part of the continued development of the future checkpoint and security processes.

About you You are motivated by achieving results through others and thrive in a role with many collaboration interfaces. You are analytically strong, work in a structured way and can translate complex problems into concrete solutions in a regulated operations organization.

To be considered, we expect that you have

• Experience from operations organizations
• Experience with compliance requirements and regulated companies.
• Leadership experience.
• Strong analytical competencies.
• Experience in driving, administering and completing projects.
• Good collaboration and communication skills.

It would be an advantage if you have a relevant education at bachelor or diploma level as well as experience from critical infrastructure. In addition, we would like you to have worked with shift operations, have knowledge of airport operations and experience collaborating in organizations with organized employee groups.

CPH as a workplace Close to the operation – where it all happens

Copenhagen Airports is a city within the city. Here thousands of people across professions and companies contribute to keeping the airport running – around the clock, year-round.

You enter a workplace focused on collaboration, professional pride and responsibility, and where your effort is decisive for the whole.

What we offer At CPH we strive to create good frameworks for your everyday life.

You will gain access to employee benefits that both make work life easier and give balance in daily life. This includes attractive parental leave provisions (regardless of gender), health insurance for you and your family, pension scheme, free parking, good transport options and training facilities and access to a health center.

At the same time you become part of a diverse and active community with opportunities for personal and professional development, sport, culture and social activities.

Additional information If you have questions about the job, you can send an email to Jacob Metzlaff Jensen at [email protected]. Please note that the contact person does not answer questions about the status of the recruitment.

You should only upload a CV without a photo. Please include your motivation for applying at the top of your CV. Applications are accepted only through our recruitment system.

Application deadline We look forward to receiving your application, which you should send as soon as possible and no later than 31 October 2026. We review applications on an ongoing basis. We expect to conduct first and second interviews in weeks 46 - 48.

We create connections to the world

CPH has for more than 100 years connected people and cultures. We send Danes out into the world and welcome the world to Denmark. Across CPH and in collaboration with our partners we develop the airports of the future. Together we create responsible growth through safe and stable operations, digitalization and good passenger experiences.

It is a prerequisite for employment that you can obtain police clearance and maintain the clearance throughout your employment.

Read more about what it is like to be an employee with us at cph.dk/job.