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We are seeking an innovative and visionary Vice President of Enterprise Risk Management to join our Leadership team. This pivotal role will report directly to the Chief Legal Officer and is responsible for evolving the organization's approach to risk management and oversees our corporate insurance strategy. The ideal candidate will challenge conventional thinking and develop forward-looking strategies that safeguard our enterprise while enabling growth and innovation.  The role serves as an active member of the Legal, Compliance, Audit, Risk and Sustainability (LCARS) Leadership Team, contributing to the management, strategic decisions, and development of the LCARS Team development.

This role will be hybrid in our Jersey City, NJ location.
Salary Range: $210-250K + Short Term Incentives + Long Term Incentives

*Verisk does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies for this position. Agencies should not forward resumes to Verisk employees or submit candidates through any channel without a signed agreement and prior authorization from Verisk's Talent Acquisition team. Verisk will not be responsible for any fees related to unsolicited submissions.

For over 50 years, Verisk has been the leading data analytics and technology partner to the global insurance industry by delivering value to our clients through expertise and scale. We empower communities and businesses to make better decisions on risk, faster.

At Verisk, you'll have the chance to use your voice and build a rewarding career that's as unique as you are, with work flexibility and the support, coaching, and training you need to succeed. 

For the eighth consecutive year, Verisk is proudly recognized as a Great Place to Work for outstanding workplace culture in the US, the fourth consecutive year in the UK, Spain, and India, and the second consecutive year in Poland. In addition, we've been recognized by The Wall Street Journal as one of the Best-Managed Companies and by Forbes as a World's Best Employer, testaments to the value we place on workplace culture.

We're 7,000 people strong.  We relentlessly and ethically pursue innovation. And we are looking for people like you to help us translate big data into big ideas. Join us and create an exceptional experience for yourself and a better tomorrow for future generations.

 Verisk Businesses

Underwriting Solutions - provides underwriting and rating solutions for auto and property, general liability, and excess and surplus to assess and price risk with speed and precision

Claims Solutions - supports end-to-end claims handling with analytic and automation tools that streamline workflow, improve claims management, and support better customer experiences

Property and Restoration Solutions - offers property estimation software and tools for professionals in estimating all phases of building and repair to make day-to-day workflows the most efficient

Specialty Business Solutions - provides an integrated suite of software for full end-to-end management of insurance and reinsurance business, helping companies manage their businesses through efficiency, flexibility, and data governance

Catastrophe and Risk Solutions - provides risk modeling solutions to help individuals, businesses, and society become more resilient to catastrophic events.

Marketing Solutions - delivers data and insights to improve the reach, timing,relevance, and compliance of every consumer engagement

Life Insurance Solutions - offers end-to-end, data insight-driven core capabilities for carriers, distribution, and direct customers across the entire policy lifecycle of life and annuities for both individual and group.

Verisk Maplecroft - provides intelligence on sustainability, resilience, and ESG, helping people, business, and societies become stronger

Verisk Analytics is an equal opportunity employer.

Verisk invests in a benefits package for all employees that includes the following: Health Insurance, a Retirement Plan, Disability benefits, and a Paid Time Off program. We offer a competitive total rewards package that includes base salary determined based on role, experience, skill set, and location.

All members of the Verisk Analytics family of companies are equal opportunity employers. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, veteran's status, age or disability. Verisk's minimum hiring age is 18 except in countries with a higher age limit subject to applicable law.

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• At least 10 years' experience in senior risk management roles, with at least 5 at a senior level with a track record of transformative leadership.
• Expertise in risk assessment, mitigation, and regulatory compliance within complex organizations.
• Demonstrated ability to reimagine and overhaul conventional risk management approaches.

• Demonstrated experience engaging with the most Senior Leaders, including the judgment, presence, and communication style required to build confidence and credibility at the highest levels.

• Demonstrated history of championing and supporting innovative, technologyenabled solutions that enhance enterprise risk capabilities

• Outstanding analytical, strategic thinking, and communication skills.
• Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree in law, business, risk management, or related field strongly preferred.
• Ability to influence and inspire at all levels of the organization.
• Strong familiarity with the latest trends and technologies in enterprise risk management

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• Lead the design and implementation of a modern, proactive risk management framework across the organization. Ensure risk appetite is embedded into strategy, investments, new product development, and major initiatives. 
• Collaborate closely with the Chief Legal Officer and other executive leaders to identify, assess, and mitigate enterprise risks.

• Manage and coordinate Risk Committees across the enterprise, including those that engage directly with the Board of Directors.  Deliver formal recurring risk reports to the Board 

• Develop and implement business level risk leads
• Foster a culture of risk awareness and resilience, empowering teams to take informed risks while protecting organizational value.
• Reimagine traditional risk management practices by leveraging technology, data analytics, and creative problem-solving.
• Advise senior management on emerging risks, regulatory changes, and strategic decisions that impact the business.
• Develop and maintain enterprise risk policies, procedures, and reporting mechanisms that support compliance and strategic objectives.
• Build and lead a high-performing risk management team, promoting professional development and cross-functional collaboration.

• Translate strategic risk visions into clear, actionable plans and ensure disciplined execution across the enterprise

• Serve as a trusted advisor to the Csuite, and Board of Directors on enterprise risk matters, bringing the composure, clarity, and executive presence needed for constructive dialogue and decisionmaking

• Become a respected voice within the industry, with the expertise, networks, and perspective needed to anticipate trends and shape the organization's risk posture

The Ideal Candidate

• Will have a strong track record of leading by influence
• Will be data driven and solution oriented
• Will have successfully built and executed complex initiatives from strategy to execution in dynamic environments
• Truly enjoys developing smart nimble processes and teams

• Has exceptional communication skills, with the ability to translate complex risk concepts for diverse audiences across the enterprise

• Has a demonstrated history of supporting innovative solutions that modernize risk management and enable smarter, more agile decisionmaking

• Able to develop KPIs that translate complex risk data into a narrative that resonates with executives, crossfunctional leaders, and the Board