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Insurance Risk Manager Jobs in Grain Valley, MO (NOW HIRING)

Lead Bank

Senior Fintech Risk Analyst

Kansas City, MO · On-site +1

We operate offices in San Francisco, Sunnyvale, and New York City, and an FDIC-insured bank in Kansas City. Risk Team at Lead The Risk team helps Lead innovate responsibly by identifying and managing ...

UMB Financial

Mgr Enhance Due Diligence

Kansas City, MO · On-site

$117K - $173K/yr

Risk Servicespartners with UMB management and its obligation to effectively manage compliance and ... insurance coverage; health savings, flexible spending, and dependent care accounts; adoption ...

Risk Strategies

PL Select Specialist

Kansas City, MO · On-site

S. brokerage firm offering comprehensive risk management advice, insurance and reinsurance placement for property & casualty, employee benefits, private client services, as well as consulting ...

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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 Grain Valley, MO is $108,127.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $89,900.00 and $122,800.00 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 Grain Valley, MO as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 65% Full Time, 27% Part Time, and 8% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $108,127 per year, or $52 per hour.
Insurance Risk Interviewer I

Insurance Risk Interviewer I

Quest Diagnostics

Lees Summit, MO • On-site

$17/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 27 days ago

ExamOne rating

6.6

Company rating: 6.6 out of 10

Based on 9 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

84th of 105 rated laboratories

Job description


Insurance Risk Interviewer I - Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM Central, with rotational weekends
The primary purpose of this position is to complete life insurance medical and financial interviews via telephone through outbound calls for multiple client companies
Pay: $17 / hour
Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, certifications obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered. Successful candidates may be eligible to receive annual performance bonus compensation.
Benefits information:
We are proud to offer best-in-class benefits and programs to support employees and their families in living healthy, happy lives. Our pay and benefit plans have been designed to promote employee health in all respects - physical, financial, and developmental. Depending on whether it is a part-time or full-time position, some of the benefits offered may include:
  • Day 1 Medical, supplemental health, dental & vision for FT employees who work 30+ hours
  • Best-in-class well-being programs
  • Annual, no-cost health assessment program Blueprint for Wellness®
  • healthyMINDS mental health program
  • Vacation and Health/Flex Time
  • 6 Holidays plus 1 "MyDay" off
  • FinFit financial coaching and services
  • 401(k) pre-tax and/or Roth IRA with company match up to 5% after 12 months of service
  • Employee stock purchase plan
  • Life and disability insurance, plus buy-up option
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Annual incentive plans
  • Matching gifts program
  • Education assistance through MyQuest for Education
  • Career advancement opportunities
  • and so much more!

Responsibilities
  • Place outbound calls to contact life insurance applicants. Complete interview with applicants or leaves a message for a return call.
  • Gather medical, financial, occupational, and avocation histories during interview.
  • Review and edit information collected during the interview for quality assurance purposes.
  • Use the C4 Call Management System, Dialer and Avaya Phone System to make telephone calls, log call attempts, document information within orders as necessary and record call results.
  • Learn the specific requirements stipulated by each client company.
  • Respond to the needs and requests of clients, staff and management in a professional and expedient manner.
  • Observe all compliance policies and safety policies and procedures as outlined in the Safety Manual or safety matters included in other special training.
  • Perform other duties as assigned to meet the business needs or customer requirements. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities, but rather a general description of work performed by the position.

Qualifications
Preferred Work Experience:
Previous experience with medical terminology, life insurance industry, or customer service preferred.
Physical and Mental Requirements:
  • Regularly required to communicate in person, by email and on the telephone.
  • Frequently required to sit, stand, walk, bend, stoop, crouch and reach with hands and arms.
  • Frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel in order to operate computer keyboard, office equipment and other essential tasks.
  • The normal performance of duties may require lifting and carrying objects: Objects 1 to 10 pounds are lifted and carried frequently; objects 11 to 25 pounds are lifted and carried infrequently.

Knowledge:
Proper telephone etiquette to handle inbound and outbound calls.
Skills:
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (oral and written) necessary to effectively interact with applicants and co-workers..
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access and Outlook)
  • Type 30 wpm.
  • Accurate and detail oriented.
  • Good organizational skills.
  • Proficient teamwork skills.

Education
  • High School Diploma or Equivalent (Required)

About the Team
Quest Diagnostics honors our service members and encourages veterans to apply.
While we appreciate and value our staffing partners, we do not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Quest will not be responsible for paying agency fees for any individual as to whom an agency has sent an unsolicited resume.
Equal Opportunity Employer: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets or any other legally protected status.

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