Director of Risk Management

Are you a seasoned risk management professional ready to lead in a dynamic and multifaceted environment? Our organization is seeking an experienced Director of Risk Management to oversee and elevate our insurance programs and risk management strategies. This high-impact role collaborates closely with leadership to ensure our risk management efforts align with organizational objectives and long-term strategic initiatives.

Relocation assistance is available for the right candidate. We are seeking top talent, whether local or out of state, to join us in driving excellence.

About the Role: As the Director of Risk Management, you will be responsible for designing, implementing, and managing comprehensive risk management strategies. You’ll work across various industries, including hospitality, manufacturing, and real estate, to deliver innovative solutions that address emerging risks while maintaining focus on long-term organizational goals.

What You’ll Do:

• Collaborate with business partners to define and execute long-term risk management programs.
• Design optimal insurance structures leveraging third-party insurers and captive utilization.
• Develop advanced reporting and analytics for total cost of risk visibility.
• Lead strategy discussions, negotiate terms, and oversee the placement of global insurance coverage.
• Serve as the primary liaison with insurance carriers and manage broker relationships.
• Review contracts for risk-related provisions to avoid improper risk assumption.
• Manage and oversee operations of the organization’s captive insurance company.
• Provide aggregated and actionable risk information to stakeholders.
• Foster a culture of risk awareness through process improvements and system enhancements.
• Identify and quantify key and emerging risks.
• Oversee performance of third-party service providers.
• Support the VP of Risk and Audit in Enterprise Risk Management initiatives.
  
  

What You Bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, insurance, risk management, or related field.
• Advanced certification in Risk Management (e.g., CRM, ARM, CPCU) or a Master’s degree in a relevant field.
• Extensive experience with:
• Captive insurance programs.
• Commercial property, casualty, and workers’ compensation programs.
• Claims management, including strategy development and execution.
• Proven management experience, including staff development and performance oversight.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to influence decision-making.
• Strong analytical and reasoning abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI).
• Adaptability in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with competing priorities.
• Willingness to travel domestically up to 50%.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in business, finance, insurance, or risk management.
• Experience managing teams of managers.
• Expertise in high-deductible insurance programs and large claim portfolios.
• Knowledge of data-driven enterprise risk management systems, including technology integration and risk management information systems.
  
  

What We Offer: Join a company that values innovation, collaboration, and growth. We provide a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) with company match, paid vacation and holidays, short-term disability, tuition assistance, product discounts, and more. Relocation assistance is available to support candidates transitioning to this exciting opportunity.

If you’re a forward-thinking professional with a passion for risk management and strategic leadership, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now to lead and shape the future of risk management at our organization.