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Director Performance Improvement Risk Management Jobs in Phoenix, AZ

The Quality Coordinator - Risk Manager supports the Director in leading, planning, and implementing ... Support the Director of PI/RM in performance improvement projects, policy development, and staff ...

Risk Management Specialist

Phoenix, AZ · Remote

$29.96 - $44.94/hr

... improvement. Collaborates on the assigned program budget by monitoring expenditures, tracking ... Risk management principles and practices that protect organizational assets and reputation.

Risk Management Specialist

Phoenix, AZ · On-site +1

$29.96 - $44.94/hr

... improvement. * Collaborates on the assigned program budget by monitoring expenditures, tracking ... Risk management principles and practices that protect organizational assets and reputation.

The Quality Coordinator - Risk Manager supports the Director in leading, planning, and implementing ... Support the Director of PI/RM in performance improvement projects, policydevelopment, and staff ...

As Risk Director, you'll lead the enterprise-wide risk management program -- from insurance ... performance. YOUR DAY-TO-DAY Financial Risk Management * Lead corporate and project-specific ...

As Risk Director, you'll lead the enterprise-wide risk management program -- from insurance ... performance. YOUR DAY-TO-DAY Financial Risk Management * Lead corporate and project-specific ...

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How much do director performance improvement risk management jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for director performance improvement risk management in Phoenix, AZ is $118,477.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $92,800.00 and $146,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Director Performance Improvement Risk Management vs Director Quality Assurance?

AspectDirector Performance Improvement Risk ManagementDirector Quality Assurance
Primary FocusEnhancing organizational performance and managing risksEnsuring product/service quality and compliance
CertificationsLean, Six Sigma, Risk Management certificationsISO, Six Sigma, Quality Management certifications
Work EnvironmentHealthcare, manufacturing, corporate settingsManufacturing, healthcare, software, and service industries
Key ResponsibilitiesProcess improvement, risk mitigation, performance metricsQuality audits, compliance, process standardization

While both roles focus on organizational excellence, the Director Performance Improvement Risk Management emphasizes improving processes and managing risks, whereas the Director Quality Assurance concentrates on maintaining quality standards and compliance. Both roles often collaborate but serve distinct strategic functions within organizations.

Infographic showing various Director Performance Improvement Risk Management job openings in Phoenix, AZ as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 84% Full Time, 13% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 87% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $118,477 per year, or $57 per hour.

Director, Enterprise Risk Management

Phoenix, AZ • On-site

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
Insurance Services • 5 - 10K employees

$157K - $252K/yr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 10 days ago


Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina rating

7.8

Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

Based on 13 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


Job description

Job Description

Blue Cross NC is hiring a Director, Enterprise Risk Management to lead the design, execution, and continuous improvement of the organization's enterprise risk management framework. This role is responsible for proactively identifying, assessing, managing, and communicating enterprise risks while partnering with executive leaders, business unit leaders, and governance bodies, including the Audit Committee and Enterprise Risk Committee, to embed risk-based thinking into strategic planning, operations, and capital decisions.

What You'll Do

  • Direct all aspects of enterprise risk management and support throughout the organization to achieve business objectives and strategies.

  • Proactively promotes organization-wide understanding of enterprise risks and risk management strategies.

  • Lead the Own Risk and Solvency Assessment (ORSA) process, including facilitation of enterprise risk assessment, stress testing, and preparation of the annual ORSA report.

  • Prepare risk reports, dashboards, and presentations for executive leadership, risk committees, and the Board.

  • Understand the business implications of risk management and coordinate with the appropriate level of management to develop practical and actionable business solutions in a timely, cost-effective manner.

  • Monitor risk appetite metrics, key risk indicators, and emerging risks and report to management and the Board as needed.

  • Coordinate periodic reviews of risk appetite statements, policies, and governing practices.

  • Monitor regulatory, industry, and healthcare trends to identify potential impacts to the organization.

  • Promote a strong risk culture through education, communication, and consultation across the enterprise.

  • Lead the corporate insurance and captive management programs to effectively manage insurance risks.

What You Bring

  • A bachelor's degree in a risk management, financeor business administration

  • 10 years experience in risk management and consulting or public accounting

  • 5 years leadership experience

  • CRM, CRMA, ARM or CPA

  • In lieu of degree, 12+ years of experience in related field

What You'll Get

  • The opportunity to work at the cutting edge of health care delivery with a team that's deeply invested in the community.

  • Work-life balance, flexibility, and the autonomy to do great work.

  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage along with numerous health and wellness programs.

  • Parental leave and support plus adoption and surrogacy assistance.

  • Career development programs and tuition reimbursement for continued education.

  • 401k match including an annual company contribution.

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Where You'll Work

Our Hybrid Flex approach is built on presence with a purpose - giving you flexibility to work remotely with intentional in-person connection - that supports a workplace that's flexible, connected, and future focused.

In a Hybrid-Flex role, you'll work in the office at least two days a week for collaboration and connection. In a Remote Flex role, you'll work virtually, with a few in-office visits each year for meaningful moments that matter.

Whether your role is Hybrid Flex or Remote Flex depends on the nature of the work and distance from our Durham headquarters. We welcome candidates from outside the local area and in any states listed on this job posting. Onsite expectations will be discussed during the interview process.

Salary Range

At Blue Cross NC, we take great pride in a fair and equitable compensation package that reflects market-price and our starting salaries are typically planned near the middle of the range listed. Compensation decisions are driven by factors including experience and training, specialized skill sets, licensure and certifications and other business and organizational needs.Our base salary is part of a robust Total Rewards package that includes an Annual Incentive Bonus*, 401(k) with employer match, Paid Time Off (PTO), and competitive health benefits and wellness programs.

*Based on annual corporate goal achievement and individual performance.

$157,978.00 - $252,765.00

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