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ArchWell Holdings

Director, Insurance Risk

The Insurance Risk Director will play a critical role in implementing and managing the company's global insurance strategy to mitigate financial, operational, and legal risks. This role ensures ...

S&P Global

Manager, Insurance Risk Management

Raleigh, NC · Hybrid

$85.77K - $153.09K/yr

Respond to inquiries on coverage and risk management issues. * Manage casualty claims by leveraging services from claims TPAs and insurers, ensuring efficient resolution and optimal outcomes ...

S&P Global

Manager, Insurance Risk Management

Raleigh, NC · Hybrid

$85.77K - $153.09K/yr

Respond to inquiries on coverage and risk management issues. * Manage casualty claims by leveraging services from claims TPAs and insurers, ensuring efficient resolution and optimal outcomes ...

S&P Global

Manager, Insurance Risk Management

New York, NY · Hybrid

$85.77K - $153.09K/yr

Respond to inquiries on coverage and risk management issues. * Manage casualty claims by leveraging services from claims TPAs and insurers, ensuring efficient resolution and optimal outcomes ...

Spgi

Manager, Insurance Risk Management

Raleigh, NC · Hybrid

$85.77K - $153.09K/yr

Respond to inquiries on coverage and risk management issues. * Manage casualty claims by leveraging services from claims TPAs and insurers, ensuring efficient resolution and optimal outcomes ...

Intersect

Insurance Risk Management Lead

Charleston, WV · Remote

$188.50K - $205.40K/yr

About This Role We are seeking a highly organized and communicative Insurance Risk Management Lead to serve as the definitive subject matter expert for all insurance-related strategies at Intersect.

Orano

Insurance & Risk Manager

Oak Ridge, TN · On-site

Insurance & Risk Management * Manage corporate insurance programs, including renewals, coverage adequacy, and policy placement * Coordinate and manage claims, including incident investigations ...

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As of May 31, 2026, the average yearly pay for director insurance & risk management in the United States is $143,185.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $105,500.00 and $167,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Director of Insurance & Risk Management is responsible for overseeing an organization's insurance programs and risk management strategies. They assess potential risks, develop policies to mitigate them, and ensure compliance with regulations. Their role includes negotiating insurance coverage, managing claims, and advising executives on financial and operational risks. This position requires strong analytical skills, industry knowledge, and the ability to implement risk-reduction strategies effectively.

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To thrive as a Director Insurance & Risk Management, you need expertise in risk assessment, insurance portfolio management, and financial analysis, typically supported by a degree in finance, business, or related fields. Familiarity with risk management information systems (RMIS), claims management software, and professional certifications such as CPCU or ARM is highly advantageous. Strong leadership, negotiation skills, and the ability to communicate complex concepts to non-experts help you stand out in this position. These skills are vital to effectively identify, mitigate, and manage organizational risks while safeguarding company assets and ensuring regulatory compliance.

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Directors of Insurance & Risk Management often face challenges such as balancing cost control with adequate insurance coverage, staying updated on evolving regulations, and managing claims efficiently. Addressing these challenges requires proactive risk assessment, close collaboration with internal stakeholders, and building strong relationships with brokers and insurance carriers. Successful professionals in this role remain adaptable to shifting business landscapes and continuously seek out innovative risk mitigation strategies. Utilizing data-driven insights and effective communication within cross-functional teams can also help overcome common hurdles in the role.
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Director, Insurance/Risk Management

UPMC Senior Communities

Harrisburg, PA • On-site

$60.08 - $90.08/hr

Full-time

Posted 25 days ago

Job description

Purpose:
Responsible to effectively manage the corporation's Cost of Risk. Has system-wide responsibilities directing risk financing of Property/Casualty risks, evaluating operational opportunities to reduce expense using alternative risk financing options, claim management, clinical risk control, and database management functions to support insurance company accounting and internal audit and financial controls.
Responsibilities:
  • Develop and design the financial framework to protect the health system's assets and revenue from risks associated with property/ casualty loss. This may involve Insurance/Reinsurance Program, Self-Insurance, and Captive Insurance Companies.
  • Coordinate and organize Risk Management departmental operations to effectively serve operational and corporate goals and objectives.
  • Negotiate and direct insurance brokerage services to most effectively reduce the corporation's Cost of Risk.
  • Oversee claim management services provided through outside legal counsel.
  • Work with claim adjusters to negotiate prudent disposition of property and liability claims.
  • Coordinate claim settlement negotiations among Mcare representatives, legal counsels, and insurance adjusters when determined to be in the best interest of the corporation.
  • Influence Senior Management on operational matters that impacts Cost of Risk.
  • Maintain insurance, accounting, serious incident reports and claim data in an effective time managed data system.
  • Coordinate administrative servicing of the corporation's Self-Insurance Workers' Compensation with the Bureau of Labor and Industry.
  • Identify system-wide exposures for loss and develop most prudent method of handling.
  • Arrange and evaluate actuarial reports to evaluate loss exposures, satisfy Trust Regulators, and establish adequacy of liability reserves.
  • Investigate Adverse Medical Events (AME) for liability exposure and root cause analysis.
  • Develop department goals and objectives that support cost of risk management and improve patient safety.
  • Design and maintain an effective database management reporting system that captures relevant data and enables critical information to be maintained and trended to serve various operational and corporate initiatives.
  • Work on the Workers' Compensation Task Force to monitor effectiveness of the program and to recommend and implement changes that reduce Cost of Risk.
  • Participate in the Environment of Care Committee.
  • Support a strong operational linkage with Performance Improvement.
  • Provide semi-annual Risk Management reports to Medical Executive Committee.
  • Provide regular Risk Management reports to Corporate Management Group.
  • Member of the Safety & Risk Management Hospital Board Committee.
  • Maintain awareness of legislative and insurance industry activities that impact the corporation's Cost of Risk and strategic planning.
  • Performs in accordance with system-wide competencies/behaviors.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:
  • A graduate degree in Business Administration with specialized focus on finance and/or risk management and insurance specialties is required.
  • Additional specialized education with Associate in Risk Management (ARM) or Certified Property/Casualty Underwriter (CPCU) certification is required.
  • Training in CQI or TQM is required.
  • Ten or more years of progressively responsible experience in risk management in a multi-site organization which includes for-profit and not-for-profit business units.
  • Well developed knowledge of accounting and financial skill to evaluate financial alternatives and manage insurance operations of captive insurance companies.
  • Well understood and experienced background of Insurance broker relationships and the Insurance market delivery system.

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:
UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran

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