Enterprise & Third Party Risk Specialist

National Real Estate Insurance Group (NREIG) is the nation’s leading insurance provider dedicated exclusively to real estate investors, offering flexible coverage solutions for portfolios ranging from single‑family homes to multifamily properties, mobile homes, condos, and vacation rentals. With coverage available in all 50 states and backed by AM Best “A”‑rated carriers, NREIG has been a trusted partner to investors for nearly two decades.

Our innovative approach—including customizable insurance options, monthly reporting with no minimum‑earned premium, and a focus on operational efficiency—supports investors at every stage of property ownership and growth.

Are you passionate about strengthening organizational resilience and driving smart, risk‑aware decision‑making? National Real Estate Insurance Group is seeking an Enterprise & Third Party Risk Specialist to play a key role in protecting our business and enhancing our vendor partnerships. In this highly visible role, you’ll collaborate across the organization to identify risks, improve controls, and support strategic initiatives that keep our operations running smoothly.

If you thrive in a fast‑paced environment and enjoy solving complex challenges that make a real impact, we’d love to connect with you.

Location: This will be a hybrid role located in Columbus, OH or Kansas City, MO

Position Objective: Consult with risk leads to ensure enterprise risks are identified and mitigated in support of achievement of our business objectives. Responsible for developing and monitoring risk programs in order to identify business opportunities, mitigate risk, enhance controls, and improve third party outcomes. Conduct third party contract reviews.

Essential Functions

• Develop and deliver Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) routines including:
• Perform routine risk monitoring and related communications
• Consult with risk owners on process improvement and assessment of specific risks
• Perform control assessments and provide design recommendations
• Maintain documentation of dashboards, metrics, and other risk assessment documentation
• Risk owner awareness, collaboration, and support
• Develop and deliver Third Party Risk Management routines including:
• Provide input on sourcing strategies for spend categories
• Monitor third party engagements and maintain practices consistent with risk level
• Collaborate with business until leads on vendor sourcing and perform contract review/negotiation in conjunction with inception and renewals
• Participate more broadly in projects within the Governance, Risk, and Compliance department
• Regular and predictable attendance.
• Other duties as assigned.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, Finance, Risk Management, or related field.
• 3+ years of experience in a risk management role, preferably in insurance or financial services.
• Proficiency in risk assessment documentation and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• High ethical standards and integrity.

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced degrees or related insurance designations such as Associate in Risk Management (ARM).
• Experience with risk assessment frameworks, contract review, and/or audit methodologies.
• Familiarity with property and casualty insurance operations.

National Real Estate Insurance Group, LLC is an at-will organization, and this document does not serve as an employment contract. This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities or qualifications and additional tasks may be assigned by a supervisor.