Director of Risk Management

Posted Tuesday, August 4, 2026 at 6:00 AM

The Inland Real Estate Group of Companies, a diversified real estate, investment, and financial services organization, is seeking an experienced Director of Risk Management to lead and advance our enterprise-wide risk management strategy. This is a highly visible, senior-level role with broad exposure to executive leadership and multiple business lines across the organization.

Reporting directly to the Chief Risk Officer, EVP
, the Director of Risk Management will oversee complex insurance programs, captive operations, claims management, and key financial and strategic risk initiatives. Inland Risk Management operates as a shared service model, offering the opportunity to collaborate closely with leaders across the firm and influence risk strategy at an enterprise level.

• Lead the placement, structure, and ongoing management of complex property & casualty insurance programs
  , including D&O/E&O, Cyber, EPL, Fiduciary, Crime, and Workers’ Compensation.
• Oversee claims management
  , ensuring effective resolution and cost control.
• Manage and grow a single-parent captive insurance program domiciled in Vermont
  , coordinating with brokers, captive managers, and internal stakeholders to maximize utilization and revenue opportunities.
• Conduct comprehensive risk assessments and enterprise risk analysis
  , identifying exposures and developing mitigation strategies.
• Support and participate in Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) and Environmental, Social & Governance (ESG) initiatives.
• Develop and execute strategies for collateral recovery
  , strengthening financial outcomes and reducing losses.
• Perform risk-related financial forecasting
  , providing insight and recommendations to support strategic decision-making.
• Participate in group P&L reviews
  , analyzing trends, variances, and opportunities for improvement.
• Serve as a key advisor to leadership on insurance market conditions
  , coverage optimization and cost containment.
• Develop, implement, and maintain risk management policies and procedures in alignment with regulatory and industry best practices.
• Act as a key member of the Cyber Security Incident Response Team and ESG committee.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the risk management team, fostering professional growth and continuous improvement.
• Perform supervisory duties including hiring, performance management, coaching, promotion, and disciplinary actions.
• Maintain the highest standards of professionalism, integrity, and compliance with all laws, policies, and regulations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Directly supervises two team members
  :
  • Administrative Assistant
  • Claims Specialist

Education

• Bachelor’s degree with a concentration in Risk Management, Finance
  , or equivalent professional experience required

Experience

• 10+ years of progressive experience in Risk Management, Claims, Loss Control, Insurance, and Financial Management
• Demonstrated experience with captive insurance administration (required)

Licenses & Certifications

• Property & Casualty License – required (or able to obtain within 1 year)
• ARM (Associate in Risk Management) strongly preferred

Skills & Technical Expertise

• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Outlook
• Experience with RMIS and TPA systems
• Strong analytical, financial, and problem-solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
• Proven leadership skills with the ability to influence across diverse business groups

• High-impact,
  enterprise-level leadership role
• Exposure to executive leadership and multiple business platforms
• Opportunity to shape and grow a sophisticated risk function and captive program
• Stable, well-established organization with a long-term view

Annual Base Salary Range: $
145,567-$189,237. This position is eligible to participate in the company’s annual discretionary bonus program.

Inland offers a competitive range of benefits
for eligible Full-time employees:

• Medical/Dental/Vision insurance (PPO)
• Participation in the company 401(k) plan with a company match
• Vacation Time, Nine Paid Holidays, Three floating holidays per year
• Sick time
• Company-paid life insurance equaling your annual base salary
• Compa…