Gregg Binding
Windlesham,United Kingdom
Summary
Experienced professional with expertise in investigations and safeguarding, security and risk management, and crisis resilience across high-risk environments. Demonstrates proficiency in stakeholder engagement, organisational resilience, policy development, and change leadership. Skilled in training design, capability building, advanced data analysis, digital transformation, and quality assurance. Adept at strategic planning, problem-solving, team building, and public speaking to drive operational excellence. Committed to fostering innovation and delivering impactful solutions aligned with organisational goals.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Head of Investigation and Safeguarding
MSC Cruises
London
08.2024 - 12.2025
- Facilitated investigations into safeguarding complaints and compliance issues across global fleet.
- Assisted in managing more than 5000 investigations annually, ensuring fair handling of cases.
- Supported implementation of safeguarding strategies across fleet, focusing on vulnerable-person concerns and serious harm incidents.
- Collaborated with senior leaders to provide briefings and risk assessments during high-severity incidents.
- Liaised with legal and operational teams to address litigation risks and ensure compliance across jurisdictions.
- Contributed to design of new investigation framework, including audits and performance reporting.
- Delivered training to enhance investigative skills and complaint handling standards.
- Established connections with international law enforcement agencies to strengthen cooperation.
Consultant/Trainer/Team Manager
Various Government Organisations and Businesses
London
04.2015 - 08.2024
- Supported UK government and international agencies in investigations and operational capability enhancement.
- Delivered safeguarding and leadership training across various governmental and maritime organisations.
- Contributed to national training programmes for several key agencies including National Crime Agency and Metropolitan Police Service.
Security Manager
The Grove Hotel
Watford, Hertfordshire
02.2013 - 01.2015
- Assisted with hosting high-profile international guests and corporate clients at resort.
- Supported security strategy and governance in high-risk environments.
- Coordinated security operations for major events, including counter-terrorism initiatives.
- Contributed to risk compliance improvements and cost savings through efficiency measures.
- Assisted in upgrading CCTV and access-control systems.
- Participated in crisis and emergency preparedness for security functions.
Police Officer and Detective
Avon & Somerset & Hertfordshire Constabularies
Watford, Hertfordshire
04.2000 - 09.2012
- Assisted in managing investigations related to serious and complex crime.
- Supported cases involving vulnerable victims and serious violence.
- Ensured adherence to legislation and ethical practices in investigations.
Airframe Technician
Royal Air Force
10.1995 - 04.2000
- Installed aircraft parts for enhanced functionality and performance.
- Regularly updated knowledge on latest technological advancements in aircraft maintenance for improved service delivery.
- Collaborated effectively with a team to complete large overhaul projects in a timely manner.
- Ensured compliance with aviation regulations by adhering to standard procedures during repairs.
Education
BSc (Hons) - Crime and Criminology
University of Portsmouth
Portsmouth 10.2004 - 07.2010
Skills
- Investigations & Safeguarding: Serious and complex investigations, HR investigations, multi-jurisdictional casework, safeguarding frameworks, vulnerable persons, complaints resolution
- Security & Risk: Physical security, threat and vulnerability management, incident response, governance, compliance, audits
- Leadership
- Crisis & Resilience: Crisis management, emergency response, business continuity, high-risk environments
- Leadership & Strategy: Stakeholder engagement, executive liaison, organisational resilience, policy development, change leadership
- Learning & Development: Training design, capability building, coaching, curriculum development
- Digital & Analytical: Advanced Excel, data structuring, reporting, digital transformation, MS Teams & Office 365
- Problem-solving
- Communication skills
- Public speaking
- Team building
- Strategic planning
- Resourcefulness
- Quality Assurance
Accomplishments
- Directed global investigations and safeguarding across 25 vessels, overseeing 5,000+ cases per year including criminal, HR, welfare and high-severity incidents
- Designed and implemented a new investigation and review framework, significantly improving case quality, consistency and organisational accountability
- Led investigative and safeguarding capability uplift across MSC, and designed and delivered training for UK government departments, policing, maritime and international agencies through training needs analysis, curriculum development and practical delivery of investigative, safeguarding and complaint-handling programmes
- Directed security operations for the Bilderberg Conference, coordinating multi-agency planning for a high-risk, counter-terrorism-led event
Timeline
Head of Investigation and Safeguarding
MSC Cruises
08.2024 - 12.2025
Consultant/Trainer/Team Manager
Various Government Organisations and Businesses
04.2015 - 08.2024
Security Manager
The Grove Hotel
02.2013 - 01.2015
BSc (Hons) - Crime and Criminology
University of Portsmouth
10.2004 - 07.2010
Police Officer and Detective
Avon & Somerset & Hertfordshire Constabularies
04.2000 - 09.2012
Airframe Technician
Royal Air Force
10.1995 - 04.2000