Personal Bodyguard
しんぺんけいごいん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Security and Public Safety Occupations
- Middle : Security Guards
- Minor : Other Security Guards
Summary
A specialist who ensures the safety of important figures and VIPs by planning and executing protection plans and handling emergency responses.
Description
Personal bodyguards specialize in protecting the personal safety of VIPs, corporate executives, celebrities, and others. Duties include verifying visit routes in advance, creating protection plans, on-site vigilance and surveillance, predicting and avoiding dangers, emergency responses, and more. They constantly monitor the client and surrounding environment, responding swiftly and appropriately to unforeseen situations. Most are affiliated with security companies or security departments and dispatched to companies, but there are also cases of independent freelance operations. High physical fitness, mental toughness, teamwork skills, and knowledge of laws, etiquette, and first aid are essential.
Future Outlook
Demand remains stable due to rising personal safety awareness and counter-terrorism measures. Expertise as a professional in VIP protection is emphasized. Impacts from technological innovations such as AI and drone security support are also anticipated.
Personality Traits
Attentive / Calm and Composed / Excellent Judgment / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
24-Hour Shift / Domestic and International Travel / On-Site Security / Shift Work / Team Work
Career Path
On-Site Security Guard → Personal Bodyguard (Bodyguard) → Team Leader → Security Administrator → Security Company Executive
Required Skills
Communication Skills / Emergency Response / Observation Skills / Risk Assessment / Self-Defense Techniques
Recommended Skills
First Aid / Language Skills / Ordinary Car Class 1 License / Vehicle Driving
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Adaptability | Because it is necessary to continuously respond quickly to changes in environment and situations. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | To detect subtle changes in the surroundings and prevent risks in advance. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Physical stamina is needed to endure long hours of protection activities and actions with heavy equipment. |
| Planning & Organization | Necessary for setting protection routes and developing emergency response plans. |
| Problem Solving | Because the ability to quickly resolve sudden crises is required. |
| Stress Tolerance | It is necessary to maintain calmness under tense situations, requiring high stress tolerance. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | Because missions must be carried out in coordination with the protection team. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Protection duties require actions based on clear procedures and training, so creative thinking is not particularly necessary. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because there are few tasks involving numerical analysis. |
Aliases
- Bodyguard
- Escort
- SP
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- Event Security Guard
- Facility Security Guard
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