A Lifetime of Experience
Decades of Leadership. Global Impact. Proven Under Pressure.
From the firegrounds of London to the deserts of Saudi Arabia, Paul Jennings has built a career defined by clarity in crisis, operational excellence, and strategic foresight.
With over 35 years in public safety, risk management, and emergency preparedness, including 32 years at London Fire Brigade, Paul has led through some of the most complex challenges in the UK and internationally.
The roles below reflect not just a timeline, but a track record: of high-stakes leadership, cross-sector collaboration, and resilient systems built to last. These experiences form the backbone of Jennings Consulting and the insight we now bring to clients facing risk, complexity, or rapid growth.
London Fire Brigade: From Firefighter to Assistant Commissioner
Over a 32-year career with London Fire Brigade, Paul Jennings rose to Assistant Commissioner—leading operational transformation, major incident response, and multi-agency crisis planning. This foundation of leadership under pressure now powers the strategic advisory work of Jennings Consulting.
Fire & Risk Management Consultant (2022–2023): Sharing Expertise on a Global Scale
After 32 years at London Fire Brigade, Paul Jennings spent 2022–2023 delivering high-impact consultancy and training to fire and rescue services worldwide. From major incident planning to operational risk reviews, he helped global teams prepare for the unexpected—laying the groundwork for what would become Jennings Consulting.
Strategic Advisor at Red Sea Global (2023–2024): Resilience at the Scale of a Giga-Project
At Red Sea Global, Paul Jennings helped shape the emergency preparedness and crisis strategy for one of the world’s largest construction projects—ensuring long-term safety and resilience at the heart of Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030.