Financial Risk Jobs in Philadelphia, PA (NOW HIRING)

Summary Under the direction of the Chief Financial Officer, the Risk Manager is responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing the County's comprehensive risk management program. This position identifies, evaluates, and mitigates risks that may impact County operations, finances, employees, and the public. The Risk Manager ensures compliance with applicable federal, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, and local regulations while promoting a culture of safety, accountability, and proactive risk reduction across all departments.

Essential Duties Develop and administer a Countywide risk management and loss prevention program. Identify and evaluate operational, financial, legal, and safety risks across County departments. Manage the County's insurance portfolio, including property, liability, workers' compensation, cyber, and other applicable coverages.

Serve as liaison with insurance carriers, brokers, and third-party administrators. Oversee claims management processes, including investigation, documentation, and resolution of liability and workers' compensation claims. Analyze claims data and loss trends to recommend risk mitigation strategies.

Coordinate and support workplace safety programs in compliance with OSHA and Pennsylvania labor regulations. Conduct risk assessments of County facilities, operations, contracts, and special events. Review contracts, leases, and agreements to ensure appropriate indemnification and insurance provisions.

Develop and deliver training programs on risk awareness, safety practices, and regulatory compliance. Collaborate with Human Resources on employee safety, workers' compensation, and return-to-work programs. Support emergency preparedness and continuity of operations planning.

Ensure compliance with relevant laws, including HIPAA, Pennsylvania Workers' Compensation requirements, and applicable liability statutes. Prepare reports and present risk-related information to County leadership. Assist with budgeting for insurance, claims reserves, and risk management initiatives.

Maintain accurate records, policies, and procedures related to risk management activities. Perform other duties and special projects as assigned. Qualifications Education: Bachelor's degree in Risk Management, Finance, Public Administration, Business Administration, or a related field.

Experience: 5+ years ofprogressivelyresponsibleexperienceinriskmanagement,insuranceor public sector administration. Experienceinmunicipalorcountygovernment preferred. PreferredCertifications: AssociateinRiskManagement (ARM) CharteredPropertyCasualtyUnderwriter (CPCU) CertifiedRiskManager (CRM) CertifiedSafety Professional(CSP)orsimilar designation Additional Information Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of risk management principles, insurance programs, and claims administration.

Familiarity with Pennsylvania laws and regulations related to public entity liability, workers' compensation, and safety compliance. Understanding of OSHA standards and workplace safety best practices. Knowledge of HIPAA regulations and experience safeguarding protected health information (PHI).

Understanding of data privacy laws, information governance, and records management practices. Ability to identify and evaluate cyber and information security risks in coordination with the Information Technology Department. Experience supporting or developing cyber liability insurance coverage and claims processes.

Ability to analyze data, identify trends, and implement risk mitigation strategies. Strong vendor management skills. Ability to review and interpret legal contracts and insurance language.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present information to leadership. Strong organizational and project management abilities. Ability to work collaboratively within the Finance team, across departments, and with external stakeholders.

High level of integrity and discretion in handling sensitive and confidential information.