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Personal Risk Specialist

Portland, OR · On-site

$104K/yr

Personal Risk Specialist Locations OR - Portland, WA - Seattle Description and Requirements General ... Achieve new business sales goals on an annualized basis based on our target market. * To achieve ...

Personal Risk Specialist

Woburn, MA · On-site

$107K/yr

Personal Risk Specialist The Personal Risk Specialist is an outside sales position focused on ... Achieve new business sales goals on an annualized basis based on our target market. * To achieve ...

Business Risk Professional

Hopkins, MN · On-site

$92K - $109K/yr

Demonstrates business risk awareness, credible business acumen, effective presentation and relationshipbuilding skills, and proficiency with standard business technology tools. Basic Qualifications ...

Payment Risk Specialist

Barnegat, NJ · On-site

$104K/yr

Role: The Payments Risk Specialist will be a key member of the Payments team, responsible for ... Requirements: * Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business Administration, Computer Science ...

Personal Risk Specialist

Norfolk, VA · On-site

$95K/yr

Personal Risk Specialist The Personal Risk Specialist is an outside sales position focused on ... Achieve new business sales goals on an annualized basis based on our target market. * In order to ...

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How much do business risk specialist jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for business risk specialist in the United States is $140,035.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $104,000.00 and $200,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

How does a Business Risk Specialist typically collaborate with other departments to identify and mitigate risks?

Business Risk Specialists work closely with teams across the organization, such as finance, compliance, operations, and IT, to proactively identify potential risks and develop strategies to address them. This collaboration often involves conducting risk assessments, facilitating workshops, and sharing findings with relevant stakeholders. Regular meetings and open communication channels help ensure that all departments are aligned on risk management priorities, making it easier to implement effective controls and monitor emerging threats. This cross-functional teamwork is essential for creating a comprehensive risk management framework and fostering a culture of risk awareness throughout the company.

What is a Business Risk Specialist?

A Business Risk Specialist is a professional who identifies, assesses, and helps manage risks that could impact an organization’s operations, reputation, or financial health. They typically analyze data, implement risk management strategies, and ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations. Their work helps businesses minimize potential losses and maintain stability in a rapidly changing environment. Business Risk Specialists often collaborate with multiple departments to develop effective risk mitigation plans.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Business Risk Specialist, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Business Risk Specialist, you need strong analytical skills, a solid understanding of risk assessment methodologies, and often a degree in finance, business, or a related field. Familiarity with risk management software, compliance systems, and certifications such as CRISC or FRM are commonly required. Excellent communication, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities help you effectively advise stakeholders and navigate complex risk scenarios. These skills ensure accurate risk identification, effective mitigation strategies, and regulatory compliance, all of which are crucial for organizational stability and success.
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Infographic showing various Business Risk Specialist job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 89% Full Time, 9% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 89% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $140,035 per year, or $67.3 per hour.
Personal Risk Specialist

$80K - $110K/yr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 2 days ago


USI Insurance Services rating

9.5

Company rating: 9.5 out of 10

Based on 24 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

9th of 260 rated insurance


Job description

Personal Risk Specialist

The Personal Risk Specialist is an outside sales position focused on serving the unique insurance needs of affluent/high net worth clients. In addition to cross-selling, as a primary focus for business development, this role is also expected to establish additional sources of clients.

Primary responsibilities include:

  • Schedule appointments and visit with high net worth individuals to understand their lifestyle, concerns and unique insurance needs, and provide consultative advice to tailor personal risk management solutions accordingly.
  • Achieve new business sales goals on an annualized basis based on our target market.
  • To achieve the necessary revenue goals, the employee will be required to develop lists of prospective centers of influence and lead sources with clients that fall in the target group for the USI ONE Advantage®.
  • Successfully penetrate assigned prospect targets utilizing USI's Engagement Platform process with prospective business partners such as lawyers, financial services professionals, realtors and other professionals that serve the affluent segment of the market.
  • Demonstrate the ability to identify and overcome sales obstacles on a prospect-specific basis.
  • Successfully develop and deploy sales and marketing strategies, along with periodic communications to optimize USI's position in the marketplace.
  • The Personal Risk Specialist will be required to meet with external centers of influence to prospect, engage and ultimately serve as a value-added service that is provided to the clients of the center of influence.
  • Build strong working relationships and win the confidence of Commercial Lines and Employee Benefits production staff.
  • Establish a relationship as a trusted partner and advisor to clients and prospects.
  • Develop and support cross-selling strategies for existing clients, as well as new relationships.
  • Participate and, as necessary, lead meetings with existing and prospective clients.
  • Manage employee and prospect data, including the development of prospect lists from business clients, maintaining activity records in USI's CRM and sales tracking programs.
  • Develop and oversee preparation of proposals for Personal Risk Management clients and prospects, research and assist in writing responses to clients and present individual personalized insurance programs to prospective clients.
  • Flexibility in schedule is a must – requires some evening hours.

Knowledge, skills and abilities include:

  • Ideal candidate will have a minimum of 3 years in High Net Worth or personal insurance sales or service.
  • Outstanding written and oral communication skills.
  • Must have personal lines insurance industry experience.
  • Ability to travel 50% or more of the time and meet with clients.
  • Good teamwork skills with an ability to work with minimum supervision.
  • Highly motivated, goal-oriented and organized individual that is driven to achieve individual sales goals.
  • Good customer service skills that can be applied to the sales process.
  • Strong knowledge of carriers and personal insurance marketplace.
  • Understand and commit to mutual objectives of the Personal Insurance Practice and Regional Office.
  • College degree preferred but high school diploma or graduate equivalent degree required.
  • Active property/casualty license required (or must be obtained within 60 days of hire).
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office suite of products.

USI is one of the largest insurance brokerage and consulting firms in the world, with approximately $3 billion in revenue and over 10,500 associates across approximately 200 offices nationwide. We have created one of the most dynamic personal and professional development cultures in the industry.

USI ONE Advantage® delivers to clients a robust set of risk management and benefit solutions with bottom-line financial impact. USI ONE® represents Omni, Network, Enterprise—the three key elements that set USI apart from the competition.

USI offers competitive pay and commission, incentives, and benefits, along with recognition programs for top sales associates. We are committed to giving back to our local communities and supporting a culture of environmental sustainability.

USI is nationally recognized as a top insurance employer, including being named to Insurance Business America's Top Insurance Employers, Business Insurance's Best Places to Work in Insurance, and Fortune's Best Workplaces in Financial Services & Insurance.

USI is committed to providing a full-suite of competitive benefits for our growing population and its diverse needs. We offer a wide range of health, welfare and financial benefits including medical, wellness, dental and vision, 401(k), flexible spending and health savings accounts, short and long-term disability, life insurance and other unique employer-sponsored and voluntary programs. USI also offers a generous paid family leave benefit as well as paid holiday time. Salary Range $80,000-$110,000 (depends on experience)


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