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HUB

Insurance Sales Producer

Baton Rouge, LA · On-site

HUB International Limited ("HUB") is one of the largest global insurance and employee benefits broker, providing a broad array of property, casualty, risk management, life and health, employee ...

Squaremouth

Claims Advocate

Baton Rouge, LA · On-site

Commercial Claims Advocate HUB International Limited ("HUB") is one of the largest global insurance and employee benefits broker, providing a broad array of property, casualty, risk management, life ...

HUB

Claims Advocate

Baton Rouge, LA · On-site

HUB International Limited ("HUB") is one of the largest global insurance and employee benefits broker, providing a broad array of property, casualty, risk management, life and health, employee ...

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How much do insurance risk manager jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 24, 2026, the average yearly pay for insurance risk manager in Baton Rouge, LA is $106,372.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $88,400.00 and $120,800.00 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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Infographic showing various Insurance Risk Manager job openings in Baton Rouge, LA as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 71% Full Time, 23% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $106,372 per year, or $51.1 per hour.
Senior Manager, Risk and Reliabilty

Senior Manager, Risk and Reliabilty

Entergy

Baton Rouge, LA • On-site

Full-time

Posted 8 days ago

Entergy rating

8.1

Company rating: 8.1 out of 10

Based on 84 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

29th of 53 rated energy and utility

Job description

Job Title: Senior Manager, Risk and Reliabilty

Work Place Flexibility: Onsite 

Legal Entity: Entergy Louisiana, LLC 

Job Summary/Purpose                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           

The Senior Manager, Risk & Reliability provides strategic direction for the organizations focused on identifying and mitigating risks associated with work execution that may compromise the reliable operation of the transmission system while ensuring holistic support and direction are taken on equipment issues. This role also leads and develops a team of engineers responsible for maintenance engineering, project management support, operations engineering, and emergency restoration activities across transmission and distribution assets. This critical position serves a cross-functional role in driving operational excellence for transmission protection devices and distribution electronic devices, inclusive of all associated processes, supporting all 81 Networks, 21 Grids, and all Capital Projects. Provides technical guidance and direction to a group of SMEs who provide technical support to all Power Delivery Construction and Grid teams, along with Power Generation and Nuclear BUs on the technical aspects of transmission equipment. Influences and sets the structure for organizational adherence to multiple NERC standards.

Job Duties/Responsibilities

                                                                                                                                                                                                               

1.           Challenges the transmission organization to apply consistent risk control processes to Capital Projects and Maintenance activities across the transmission system ensuring Bulk Electric System (BES) Reliability.  Oversees the development of procedures, performance metrics and training materials to support the adoption of consistent risk control processes in all transmission functions.  Collaborates cross-functionally to influence and integrate a risk control mindset into the culture of the entire Power Delivery organization.                                                                                             

2.           Collaborate with key stakeholders across the organization including the Transmission Grids, Capital Projects, Commissioning, Project Management, Control Centers, AM Strategy, Design Engineering, Industrial Accounts, and Distribution Networks to ensure quality technical support is provided timely and alignment on deliverables is achieved. Bring awareness to systemwide deficiencies, lead cross-functional efforts, present strategic solutions, and align organizational initiatives to close gaps.

3.           Provide strategic oversight of the organization responsible for reviewing and challenging field execution plans through a risk mitigation lens while determining execution readiness of certain capital and maintenance projects and tasks. Provides recommendations for modifying execution plans to minimize and/or eliminate risk.  Participate in project team meetings to discuss risk profiles in early development stages of proposed projects. 

4.           Collaborate with nuclear leadership to ensure alignment of approach in mitigating risk to Entergy’s nuclear generating facilities for both planned and emergent work. Serve as a liaison to Nuclear for Power Delivery on all nuclear procedures and agreements pertaining to transmission.                                                                                                                                  

5.           Responsible system owner of NERC standards PRC-004 and PRC-002, while supporting sections of NERC standards TPL-001, PRC-005, 006, 012, 023, 026, 027, CIP-014, and NUC-001. Drives organizational knowledge and adherence to internal procedures and NERC standards.

6.           Facilitate technical support with around the clock availability, for all transmission protection and control equipment, transmission line, and substation physical equipment issues, including the development of emergency relay settings. Provides mutual support for transmission type equipment, owned by Nuclear and Power Generation.

7.           Provides guidance and direction to the team responsible for developing settings for all Distribution electronic devices across all 81 Networks. Drives initiatives and strategic direction of the Power Delivery organization to reduce customer interruptions through the deployment and maintenance of electronic distribution devices. This team participates in all capital projects, supporting equipment failures, emergency conditions, and troubleshooting activities associated with these devices.

8.           Serves in the Incident Command Structure during major events as a leader providing strategic direction and coordination in the system planning section.

9.           Serves as a change agent to drive innovation and a culture of continuous improvement through increased utilization of technology and the mindset of performance optimization while improving reliability, customer service, and reducing cost.

10.        Able to understand and present complex technical topics with simplification and easy to understand language to audiences ranging from SVP to individual contributors to external industrial customers. Seeks alignment with vice presidents to influence and drive organizational improvements.

Minimum Requirements        

                                                                                                                                               

Minimum education required of the position                                                                                                          

                Bachelor’s degree in engineering required. Electrical Engineering preferred.

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