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How much do insurance risk consultant jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for insurance risk consultant in the United States is $52.96, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $43.75 and $58.17 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Insurance Risk Consultant vs Insurance Underwriter?

AspectInsurance Risk ConsultantInsurance Underwriter
CredentialsOften requires industry certifications like CPCU or ARMTypically holds similar certifications, sometimes with additional licensing
Work EnvironmentAdvises clients and analyzes risks for insurance companiesEvaluates applications and determines policy terms
Employer & Industry UsageConsulting firms, insurance companies, brokersInsurance companies, underwriting agencies

While both roles involve assessing risks, Insurance Risk Consultants focus on advising clients and analyzing complex risk scenarios, whereas Insurance Underwriters evaluate applications to determine policy eligibility and pricing. Understanding these differences helps in choosing the right career path or job search focus.

What does an Insurance Risk Consultant do?

An Insurance Risk Consultant helps businesses and individuals identify, assess, and manage potential risks that could impact their financial wellbeing or operations. They analyze clients' current insurance policies, evaluate exposures to various risks, and recommend strategies to reduce or transfer those risks through insurance products or risk mitigation techniques. Their goal is to ensure clients have the appropriate coverage and risk management strategies in place. Insurance Risk Consultants often work with companies across various industries, providing expert advice on compliance, claims management, and loss prevention.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Insurance Risk Consultant, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Insurance Risk Consultant, you need a strong background in risk assessment, analytical thinking, and a relevant degree such as finance, business, or actuarial science. Familiarity with risk modeling software, data analysis tools, and industry certifications like ARM (Associate in Risk Management) is typically required. Excellent communication, problem-solving abilities, and relationship-building skills help set top consultants apart. These skills are vital for accurately evaluating risk, advising clients effectively, and ensuring comprehensive risk mitigation strategies.

What are some common challenges faced by Insurance Risk Consultants when assessing client risk profiles?

Insurance Risk Consultants often encounter challenges such as gathering accurate and comprehensive data from clients, keeping up with evolving regulatory requirements, and addressing complex or unique risk scenarios. Building trust with clients to obtain sensitive information and navigating diverse industries with varying risk exposures can also be demanding. Successful consultants overcome these obstacles through strong communication skills, continuous professional development, and close collaboration with underwriters, actuaries, and legal teams.
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Infographic showing various Insurance Risk Consultant job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% Locum Tenens, 87% Full Time, 7% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 89% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $110,156 per year, or $53 per hour.
Manager - Financial Services Risk and Controls Consulting (Insurance)

Manager - Financial Services Risk and Controls Consulting (Insurance)

RSM

Charlotte, NC

Full-time

Posted 25 days ago

Job description

We are the leading provider of professional services to the middle market globally, our purpose is to instill confidence in a world of change, empowering our clients and people to realize their full potential. Our exceptional people are the key to our unrivaled, culture and talent experience and our ability to be compelling to our clients. You'll find an environment that inspires and empowers you to thrive both personally and professionally. There's no one like you and that's why there's nowhere like RSM.

The Position

Due to rapid growth of our Financial Services Risk Consulting practice within the insurance industry and the evolving risk landscape of our clients, RSM is seeking a highly motivated manager to lead teams of risk consulting professionals in addressing our clients' needs.

Key Responsibilities

As a Manager in the Financial Services Risk Consulting practice at RSM, you'll be asked to consistently:

  • Model the core RSM values of respect, integrity, teamwork, excellence and stewardship in all interactions with clients and team members
  • Support RSM's goals around diversity and inclusion by nurturing an environment that understands individuality, promotes authenticity, and values varied perspective in arriving at solutions
  • Effectively manage, motivate and mentor multidisciplinary teams to work as a cohesive, client-centric unit in delivering high-quality solutions to sophisticated clients
  • Support multiple client projects simultaneously, while actively contributing to internal initiatives such as talent, practice, and business development
  • Leverage your understanding of the insurance industry trends to effectively communicate leading risk management practices
  • Provide subject-matter expertise in risk consulting strategies and internal controls pertaining to the core functions of insurance (claims, product, underwriting, etc.)
  • Manage a diverse book of business, maintaining overall responsibility for the profitability, effective delivery and engagement risk of all client related work within the portfolio
  • Leverage your experience and expertise to recruit and retain future leaders of the firm through mentorship that focuses on advancing the professional aspirations and skills of your colleagues
  • Be proactive in your personal development in areas such as insurance industry expertise, technical specializations, and leadership to drive expansive personal value to our people and our clients
  • Focus on developing your network and personal brand in the marketplace to drive growth for the insurance risk consulting practice; including: identifying and securing new opportunities

Position Qualifications

  • Bachelor's or Master's Degree in business, engineering, accounting, finance or related discipline
  • A minimum of 5 years of experience working in the insurance industry as an internal auditor, controls specialist, claims specialist, underwriting specialist, management consultant with a minimum of 3 years at a public accounting or professional services firm
  • Experience with leading projects across the three lines of defense and with various lines of business (e.g. CFO group, operations (claims, product, underwriting, distribution, etc.), data, technology, regulatory compliance, risk management, internal audit)
  • Proficiency in word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation creation tools
  • Job relevant certification (e.g., ARM, CRM, CPA, CIA, CFE, PMP)
  • Ability to travel to meet client needs
  • Established experience in the financial services industry with a focus on insurance

At RSM, we offer a competitive benefits and compensation package for all our people.We offer flexibility in your schedule, empowering you to balance life's demands, while also maintaining your ability to serve clients.Learn more about our total rewards at https://rsmus.com/careers/working-at-rsm/benefits.

All applicants will receive consideration for employment as RSM does not tolerate discrimination and/or harassment based on race; color; creed; sincerely held religious beliefs, practices or observances; sex (including pregnancy or disabilities related to nursing); gender; sexual orientation; HIV Status; national origin; ancestry; familial or marital status; age; physical or mental disability; citizenship; political affiliation; medical condition (including family and medical leave); domestic violence victim status; past, current or prospective service in the US uniformed service; US Military/Veteran status; pre-disposing genetic characteristics or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law.

Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available upon request in connection with the recruitment process and/or employment/partnership.RSM is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for people with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete an application, interview, or otherwise participate in the recruiting process, please call us at 800-274-3978 or send us an email at careers@rsmus.com.

RSM does not intend to hire entry level candidates who will require sponsorship now OR in the future (i.e. F-1 visa holders). If you are a recent U.S. college / university graduate possessing 1-2 years of progressive and relevant work experience in a same or similar role to the one for which you are applying, excluding internships, you may be eligible for hire as an experienced associate.

RSM will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records. For those living in California or applying to a position in California, please click here for additional information.

At RSM, an employee's pay at any point in their career is intended to reflect their experiences, performance, and skills for their current role. The salary range (or starting rate for interns and associates) for this role represents numerous factors considered in the hiring decisions including, but not limited to, education, skills, work experience, certifications, location, etc. As such, pay for the successful candidate(s) could fall anywhere within the stated range.

Compensation Range: $101,000 - $203,000

Individualsselected for this role will be eligible for a discretionary bonus based on firm and individual performance.

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