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Lloyd's is the world's leading insurance and reinsurance marketplace. We share the collective ... Risk Management Framework * Outputs from external party reviews (e.g. Board effectiveness Reviews ...

$150K - $180K/yr

Lead Risk Manager, Payment Fraud Toronto Onsite | Full-Time | Hybrid after onboarding | Reports to CEO | LMIA / PNP sponsorship available About the Client Our client is one of Canada's fastest ...

$150K - $180K/yr

Lead Risk Manager, Payment Fraud Toronto Onsite | Full-Time | Hybrid after onboarding | Reports to CEO | LMIA / PNP sponsorship available About the Client Our client is one of Canada's fastest ...

Manager, Risk Management

Toronto, ON · On-site

CA$54.47 - CA$68.09/hr

This is a Temporary Contract for up to Nineteen (19) Months Sinai Health is seeking a proactive and experienced Manager, Risk Management to join our leadership team. In this pivotal role, you will be ...

... the Insurance Risk Management team, including scheduling and tracking follow-ups/actions. Maintain a clear, centralized to-do list of outstanding requests, responsible parties, and due dates ...

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How much do insurance risk manager jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 1, 2026, the average yearly pay for insurance risk manager in Ontario is $74,335.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $57,000.00 and $95,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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

To thrive as an Insurance Risk Manager, you need expertise in risk assessment, analytical thinking, and a strong understanding of insurance principles, often supported by a relevant degree and certifications like ARM or CPCU. Familiarity with risk modeling software, statistical analysis tools, and regulatory compliance systems is typically required. Strong communication, decision-making, and problem-solving skills help you effectively advise stakeholders and manage complex risk scenarios. These abilities are crucial for identifying, evaluating, and mitigating risks to protect organizational assets and ensure regulatory compliance.

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

AspectInsurance Risk ManagerInsurance Underwriter
CredentialsTypically requires a bachelor's degree in risk management, finance, or related fields; professional certifications like ARM or CPCU are commonUsually holds a bachelor's degree in finance, economics, or related areas; certifications like CPCU or ARe are beneficial
Work EnvironmentWorks in corporate risk management departments, analyzing and mitigating risks for the companyWorks in insurance companies, assessing individual or business applications to determine coverage and premiums
Employer & Industry UsageUsed by insurance companies and large corporations to manage risk exposurePrimarily employed by insurance carriers to evaluate and approve insurance policies

While both roles involve understanding insurance policies, the Insurance Risk Manager focuses on overall risk mitigation strategies within an organization, whereas the Insurance Underwriter evaluates individual insurance applications to determine coverage and pricing.

What does an Insurance Risk Manager do?

An Insurance Risk Manager is responsible for identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks that could negatively impact an organization’s assets, operations, or reputation. They analyze various types of risks—including financial, operational, and compliance risks—and develop strategies to minimize potential losses. Insurance Risk Managers also advise on appropriate insurance coverage, negotiate policies with insurers, and ensure that the company complies with relevant regulations to protect against unforeseen events.

What are the most common challenges Insurance Risk Managers face when working across different departments?

Insurance Risk Managers often collaborate with various departments such as underwriting, claims, and compliance to identify and mitigate potential risks. One common challenge is ensuring clear communication and alignment of risk policies across teams that may have different priorities or levels of risk awareness. Balancing regulatory requirements with business objectives can also be complex, requiring strong negotiation and relationship-building skills. Successfully navigating these challenges helps create a unified risk culture and strengthens the organization's overall resilience.
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CA$84K - CA$105K/yr

Full-time

Posted 11 days ago


Job description

SUMMARY  

The Manager, Global Risk Management leads the global insurance program , supporting all regional entities and is responsible for claims management and loss prevention programs. They will provide Risk Advisory to senior leadership in support of the global operations.
 

KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES  

 People Leadership

Demonstrates strong, competent leadership for team members to guide them in reaching their full potential and meeting their objectives, which supports achievement of our corporate goals. Specifically, these responsibilities include but not limited to:

  • Full involvement with recruiting talent
  • Provides mentoring, coaching and guidance to all team members
  • Objectively recommends compensation adjustments
  • Manages all aspects of performance

Risk Management 

  • Serves as Risk Advisor to senior leadership and the organization
  • Provides risk advisory to Legal and Business Development in reviewing of RFPs / contracts on indemnity and insurance language
  • Provides risk advisory to the business on Third-party risk management

Insurance

  • Manages and sustains the global insurance program, including but not limited to regional insurance underwriting information and application; 
  • Maintains business relationships with insurance brokers, insurers and claim adjusters in each region
  • Builds and maintains business relationships with all parts of the organization
  • Provides advisory to the global business on new business and coverage placements
  • Works with regional finance departments to ensure premium financials are communicated and invoice payments are remitted
  • Prepares insurance reporting. 
  • Prepares insurance market research and analytics
  • Oversees placement of project specific wrap up insurance 
  • Facilitates insurance certificate preparation and distribution
  • Conducts insurance risk assessment

Claims Management            

  • Oversees the global Claims Management and Loss Prevention Programs for the organization
  • Reviews first and third-party claims for irregularities, accuracy and completeness.
  • Ensures claim financial and provisions are reported to Finance
  • Ensures Claim Trust Funds are accurate and invoice payments are remitted
  • Maintains updated records and prepares required reports.
  • Understands and performs domestic and/or international claim programs, policies, and procedures for: reporting, investigation, and analysis; litigation management; resolution/outcome management; and the delivery of claim information.

Incident Management          

  • Supports the continued development of the BGIS' incident management program including the development and implementation of control enhancements for significant risk events. 
  • Monitors and communicates out on key risk incidents to increase awareness across the organization.

Communication/ training    

  • Develops and delivers the insurance training modules to internal stakeholders.
  • Develops and delivers communication on the insurance renewal changes.
  • Develops communication sessions on regulatory changes.

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS 

  • University degree in business (bachelors or masters) and more than 10 years of relevant working experience
  • Sound working knowledge of insurance policies and underwriting process. 
  • Sound working knowledge of insurance claims management. 
  • Strong project management and co-ordination (ability to plan and co-ordinate multiple activities). 
  • Strong critical thinking skills for risk assessment and analysis of risk trends. 
  • Sound judgment and problem solving (to support identification of pragmatic solutions to address risk trends).  
  • Ability to work effectively in a multi-stakeholder environment. 

Licenses and/or Professional Accreditation

  • Risk management designation (CRM, CRMA)
  • Insurance designation (CIP, AIC, AU)

This is a regular, full-time position with a salary range of $84,493 - $105,616 per annum. The starting salary will be based on the successful candidate's competencies, including but not limited to experience, education, professional designations and performance related to this role. 
 

#LI-Hybrid 

We value transparency in our hiring processes. Please note, artificial intelligence may be used in certain stages to screen, assess, or select applicants, however, a human reviewer makes all final decisions. This posting is for an existing vacancy.BGIS is a global leader in integrated facility management services. With a combined team of over 10,000 globally, BGIS relentlessly focuses on delivering innovative service solutions that create value for its clients. Globally, BGIS manages over 50,000 facilities totaling more than 600 million square feet across several markets including government, higher education, utilities, telecommunications, financial services, oil & gas, healthcare and cloud enterprise. In addition to managing a diverse portfolio of corporate offices, retail, colleges, hospitals and industrial assets, BGIS is a world leader in the management of data centers and other critical environments.

At BGIS we believe that diversity and inclusion is a key business driver, such that we never lose sight of its importance as it is woven into the fabric if our organization. We are committed to maintaining a barrier-free recruitment process by providing equal employment opportunities through recruiting and retention of individuals of all backgrounds. We recognize that promoting diversity is an essential component of our continuing pursuit for organizational success! 

BGIS is an equal opportunity employer, and we welcome you to apply for a position with us! If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact us at askPC@bgis.com. Upon request for accommodation, we will consult with the applicant in question and provide, or arrange for the provision of, a suitable accommodation in a manner that takes into account the applicant's accessibility needs due to disability.