Sr Mgr, Enterprise Risk Mgmt at Aflac, Incorporated

Job Details

Salary Range: $140,000 - $185,000

Job Posting End Date:
May 17, 2026

Work Designation:
Depending on location, this role may be hybrid or remote.

If located within 50 miles of the Aflac offices in Columbus, GA or Columbia, SC, a hybrid arrangement is required: at least 60% of the work week in the office.

If located more than 50 miles from those offices, the role will be remote with occasional in-office visits as needed.

• Lead and guide enterprise-wide risk strategic initiatives, including the creation of policies and practices covering risk identification, assessment, appetite and limit setting, monitoring and reporting.
• Advises team members on risk management practices and facilitates communication with business leaders and local risk teams.
• Collaborate with various departments on business strategies and risk management activities, staying abreast of changes and communicating to stakeholders.
• Lead and guide enterprise risk reporting to provide stakeholders a holistic view of the company’s risk profile and activities, including reporting to regulators (e.g., ORSA), rating agencies, risk committees, and leadership/Board.
• Direct and strategize the placement of enterprise-wide Property & Casualty and Executive & Management Liability coverage and other insurance and surety programs to reduce risk and losses; maintain appropriate coverage and relationships with carriers and brokers.
• Monitor industry trends, regulatory developments and ERM best practices, and make recommendations to leadership and the Chief Global Risk Officer.
• Ensure consistent and constructive feedback to employees through performance evaluations and other means; monitor progress of new employees and identify training needs.
• Participate in and may lead enterprise-wide large and/or complex projects that require the highest level of expertise; lead project teams focused on risk management practices, design, development, integration, and enhancement.
• Challenge and direct the ERM team to proactively monitor projects and existing processes, looking for ways to improve accuracy, timeliness and relevance.
• Drive and lead the development, coordination, communication, and implementation of strategic risk management initiatives, as directed by leadership.
• Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing publications, participating in professional development, and establishing networks; benchmark state-of-the-art practices.
• Perform other related duties as required.

• Knowledge of insurance products, operations and related regulations.
• Excellent presentation, oral, written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Knowledge of legal, political, economic and environmental impacts on insurance products and the organization’s operations.
• Strong project management, leadership and practice development skills.
• Ability to manage multiple work streams simultaneously and meet deadlines.
• Personnel and talent management skills and experience.
• Good judgement related to people and talent.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Risk Management, Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or a related field.
• Ten years of professional job-related experience.
• Experience formulating, executing and managing Enterprise Risk Programs including risk framework, risk culture, limit setting and managing risk appetite.
• Experience developing and/or governing a Risk and Control Self-Assessment (RCSA) Program, a Process, Risk and Control Inventory (PRCI) Program and/or an Issue Management Program.
• Five years in a leadership/supervisory capacity.
• Or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Master’s Degree in a related field.
• Financial Risk Manager (FRM), Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA), Associate of the Society of Actuaries (ASA), Fellow of the Society of Actuaries (FSA), Chartered Enterprise Risk Analyst (CERA), Certified Risk Management Professional (CRMP), or other risk management or related designation.
• Insurance or financial institution experience.

Less than or equal to 10%.

Benefits include medical, dental, vision, prescription drug coverage, health care flexible spending, dependent care flexible spending, Aflac supplemental policies (Accident, Cancer, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity at no cost), 401(k) plans, annual bonuses, and an opportunity to purchase company stock. Additionally, you will receive 11 paid holidays, up to 20 days PTO, state-mandated sick leave (for Washington employees) and other leaves of absence when eligible.

Aflac complies with all applicable leave laws.