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How much do corporate risk manager jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 17, 2026, the average yearly pay for corporate risk manager in Minnesota is $109,259.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $88,100.00 and $126,300.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges a Corporate Risk Manager faces when aligning risk strategies with different business units?

A Corporate Risk Manager often encounters the challenge of aligning risk strategies across diverse business units, each with its own objectives and risk appetite. Balancing these differences requires strong communication, negotiation skills, and a deep understanding of the company's overall risk framework. It’s common to facilitate cross-departmental discussions to ensure consistency and buy-in, while tailoring approaches to fit unique operational needs. Successfully navigating these dynamics not only helps mitigate risks but also fosters a collaborative culture around risk management.

What is the difference between Corporate Risk Manager vs Insurance Risk Analyst?

AspectCorporate Risk ManagerInsurance Risk Analyst
CertificationsCRM, FRM, or ERM certifications often preferredFRM, CPCU, or ARM certifications common
Work EnvironmentCorporate offices, risk management departmentsInsurance companies, brokerage firms, risk assessment teams
Employer & IndustryLarge corporations across industriesInsurance firms, reinsurance companies
Primary FocusIdentifying and mitigating enterprise-wide risksAssessing insurance risks and setting premiums

While both roles involve risk assessment, the Corporate Risk Manager focuses on overall enterprise risk management within a company, whereas the Insurance Risk Analyst specializes in evaluating insurance risks and determining policy premiums. Both positions require similar certifications and are integral to risk mitigation strategies in their respective environments.

What does a Corporate Risk Manager do?

A Corporate Risk Manager is responsible for identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks that could negatively impact a company’s financial standing, reputation, or operations. They develop risk management strategies, policies, and procedures to minimize potential losses and ensure compliance with regulations. Their work involves analyzing internal and external risks, recommending insurance coverage, and implementing plans to address risks related to market changes, legal issues, or operational failures.

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

To thrive as a Corporate Risk Manager, you need strong analytical skills, a background in finance or business, and typically a bachelor's or master's degree in a related field. Familiarity with risk assessment tools, enterprise risk management (ERM) systems, and certifications such as FRM (Financial Risk Manager) or CRM (Certified Risk Manager) are highly valued. Exceptional communication, critical thinking, and leadership abilities are essential for influencing decision-makers and managing cross-functional teams. These skills are crucial for identifying, evaluating, and mitigating risks that could impact organizational objectives and ensuring long-term business stability.
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Infographic showing various Corporate Risk Manager job openings in Minnesota as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 82% Full Time, 15% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 91% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $109,259 per year, or $52.5 per hour.
Risk Engineering Consultant or Senior Risk Engineering Consultant -Construction Casualty

Risk Engineering Consultant or Senior Risk Engineering Consultant -Construction Casualty

Zurich Insurance Company Ltd.

Minneapolis, MN • On-site

$79K - $130K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 5 days ago


Job description

Zurich is currently looking for a Construction Risk Engineer Consultant for the Casualty Lines of Business. This is a Minnesota based remote role supporting the upper Midwest region. Ideal location includes Minneapolis and surrounding areas.  The position includes a company car, with expected travel of 30% to 50% and overnight travel of 20% to 30% of your time depending on business needs. This role could be filled at either a Risk Engineering Consultant or at the Sr. Risk Engineering Consultant level, this will be at the manager’s discretion.

As a Construction Risk Engineering Consultant, you will be responsible for:

  • Apply Zurich risk engineering solutions to construction customers to help reduce losses and improve risk management outcomes.
  • Leverage Zurich’s risk engineering tools and services to improve customer risk and general account management of customers who purchase Zurich Construction Insurance products such as: Workers Compensation, General Liability and Auto Liability.
  • Deliver high-quality consultative services, including exposure identification, evaluation of risk control gaps, and development of practical risk mitigation recommendations.
  • Develop and maintain positive customer and business partner relationships, collaborating to create appropriate service plans.
  • Partner with Construction Underwriting to evaluate and assess existing and prospective customers.
  • Identify opportunities to provide fee-based services that support customer risk mitigation and performance improvement efforts.
  • Develop and deliver advanced presentations and risk management training for customers and internal business partners.
  • Providing appropriate risk improvement advice, conduct loss investigations (including both trend and root cause analysis), and implementing risk improvement programs.
  • Assist customers with corporate and project specific safety plans, QA/QC programs, construction defect investigations when applicable, building envelope reviews, and moisture mitigation strategies.
  • Actively participate and engage in local construction industry associations.

Final candidates will also be subject to a Motor Vehicle record background check, because this position will include a company car.

Basic Qualifications:

Risk Engineering Consultant:

  • Bachelors Degree and 3 or more years of experience in the Risk Engineering area
    OR
  • High School Diploma or Equivalent and 5 or more years of experience in the Risk Engineering area
    OR
  • Zurich Certified Apprentice, including an Associates degree and 3 or more years of experience in the Risk Engineering area
    AND
  • Experience working in a team environment
  • Relevant experience in the assessment of risk, based on what is required by LOB specific competency standards

OR

Senior Risk Engineering Consultant:

  • Bachelors Degree and 6 or more years of experience in the Risk Engineering, Safety/ Risk Management, Construction Field Operations, Engineering or relatable field.
    OR
  • High School Diploma or Equivalent and 8 or more years of experience in the Risk Engineering, Safety/ Risk Management, Construction Field Operations, Engineering or relatable field.
    OR
  • Zurich Certified Apprentice, including an Associates degree and 6 or more years of experience in the Risk Engineering, Safety/ Risk Management, Construction Field Operations, Engineering, or relatable field.
    AND
  • Experience working in a team environment

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Advanced knowledge of construction safety, operations, quality management, and associated risks, exposures and controls.
  • Experience with large commercial construction, data center construction, and regulated or non-regulated fleets.
  • Strong technical writing and presentation skills for customer-facing and internal work products.
  • Excellent interpersonal, communication, and consulting skills with the ability to engage effectively at both corporate and project site levels.
  • Have a high level of computer literacy and be proficient in Microsoft Office, including Copilot, and mobile IOS devices.
  • Professional certifications: CHST, ASP, CSP, CRIS, ARM
  • Relevant experience as a corporate safety professional, site safety leader, project manager, or superintendent with safety responsibilities.
  • Demonstrated leadership and involvement in professional, community, or public service activities.
  • Willingness to embrace Zurich Basics, including our values of integrity, sustainability, customer centricity, excellence, and teamwork.

Your pay at Zurich is based on your role, location, skills, and experience. We follow local laws to ensure fair compensation. You may also be eligible for bonuses and merit increases. If your expectations are above the listed range, we still encourage you to apply—your unique background matters to us. The pay range shown is a national average and may vary by location. The combined salary range for this position is $79,600.00 - $172,300.00. The proposed salary range for the Risk Engineering Consultant is $79,600.00 - $130,300.00, with short-term incentive bonus eligibility set at 10%. The proposed salary range for the Senior Risk Engineering Consultant is $105,200.00 - $172,300.00, with short-term incentive bonus eligibility set at 15%. 

We offer competitive pay and comprehensive benefits for employees and their families. [Learn more about Total Rewards here.]

 

Why Zurich?

At Zurich, we value your ideas and experience. We offer growth, inclusion, and a supportive environment—so you can help shape the future of insurance. Zurich North America is a leader in risk management, with over 150 years of expertise and coverage across 25+ industries, including 90% of the Fortune 500®.

Join us for a brighter future—for yourself and our customers.

Zurich in North America does not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, age, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, pregnancy or other characteristics protected by applicable law. Equal Opportunity Employer disability/vets.

Zurich complies with 18 U.S. Code § 1033.

 

Please note: Zurich does not accept unsolicited CVs from agencies. Preferred vendors should use our Recruiting Agency Portal.

Location(s): AM - Minnesota Virtual Office, AM - Minneapolis
Remote Working: Yes
Schedule: Full Time
Employment Sponsorship Offered: No  
 
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