Senior Manager of Insurance Risk

(Job Summary) The Senior Manager, Insurance & Risk plays a critical role in safeguarding the Company’s assets, operations, and strategic objectives by leading the management of the organization’s insurance programs and insurable risk portfolio. This role is responsible for risk financing strategies, policy placement, and the effective transfer of risk across a diversified portfolio that includes Corporate, Hospitality, Retail, M&A, and Construction/Development operations.

About The Job (Job Summary) The Senior Manager, Insurance & Risk plays a critical role in safeguarding the Company’s assets, operations, and strategic objectives by leading the management of the organization’s insurance programs and insurable risk portfolio. This role is responsible for risk financing strategies, policy placement, and the effective transfer of risk across a diversified portfolio that includes Corporate, Hospitality, Retail, M&A, and Construction/Development operations.

The Senior Manager partners closely with executive leadership, Legal, Finance, and Operations to identify, assess, and mitigate risks impacting the business. In addition, the position supports safety and security initiatives and oversees tort‑related matters in coordination with the Legal team. Key responsibilities include insurance program administration, risk analysis, renewal and payment tracking, evaluation of alternative risk structures, and clear communication of risk exposures and mitigation strategies to stakeholders.

What You Do (Duties/Responsibilities)

• Serve as the primary liaison to insurance brokers and carriers, maintaining strong relationships while staying informed on market conditions, underwriting trends, and industry developments.
• Lead the design, placement, and administration of insurance and risk‑transfer programs across all Company verticals, including Corporate, Hospitality, Retail, M&A, and Construction/Development.
• Oversee coverage placement for executive and ownership personal lines, including homeowners, valuable articles, aircraft, marine/boat, personal umbrella, and personal auto policies.
• Coordinate closely with brokers and internal stakeholders to compile underwriting data and support timely and accurate policy placement.
• Identify, evaluate, and manage insurance coverage across a broad portfolio, including Property, General Liability, Workers’ Compensation, Business Auto, Builders Risk, EPLI, OCIP, Active Assailant, Fiduciary, Crime, Inland Marine, Directors & Officers, Cyber, and other specialty lines.
• Identify coverage gaps and secure competitive quotes for executive and ownership review.
• Monitor and assess emerging insurance products and market innovations relevant to Company operations.
• Drive insurance cost control strategies and provide comparative pricing analyses for executive leadership during renewal and placement decisions.
• Support annual insurance budgeting, including premium projections and self‑insured loss fund contributions.
• Conduct financial and risk analysis related to insurance rates, coverage structures, exposures, and claims performance.
• Act as the primary point of contact for vendors, consultants, and partners on risk management initiatives, coordinating required certifications, trainings, and inspections to ensure compliance and operational excellence.
• Support corporate safety initiatives by analyzing claim trends, administering safety recommendations, participating in walkthroughs, and helping reduce risk exposure.
• Assist with crisis planning efforts and provide strategic recommendations for implementation.
• Own first‑party property and auto claims, managing carrier submissions, documentation, recovery, and restoration efforts in partnership with brokers, adjusters, and business units.
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