Director of Risk and Insurance Management

ACCO Engineered Systems•Pasadena, CA

67d•$200,000 - $250,000

About The Position

The Director of Risk and Insurance Management is responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining the company's risk management, insurance, and claims strategies to protect company assets, minimize exposure, and ensure business continuity. This position partners closely with executive leadership, operational leaders, and external brokers to manage corporate insurance programs, oversee claims activity, and assess enterprise-level risks across the organization.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in business administration, risk management, or related field (advanced degree preferred).
Minimum 10 years of progressive experience in corporate risk management, insurance, or claims administration.
Experience leading insurance procurement and claims operations for a large, multi-location organization.
Strong understanding of commercial insurance markets, risk transfer mechanisms, and claims processes.
Proven ability to collaborate across departments and communicate with executives, brokers, and underwriters.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; experience with risk or claims management systems a plus.
Exceptional analytical, negotiation, and relationship management skills.
This individual must be a responsible person and regular attendance is required.

Responsibilities

Conducts comprehensive risk assessments and develops policies and procedures to proactively identify and mitigate company risks.
Partners with Safety, Field Operations, Legal, and Finance to embed risk mitigation and compliance across business operations.
Leads the procurement, renewal, and management of ACCO's insurance programs to ensure cost-effective and comprehensive coverage.
Coordinates the annual insurance renewal process, including data collection, application preparation, and premium allocation.
Oversees claims management for all lines of coverage to ensure timely resolution and optimal outcomes.
Collaborates with brokers, carriers, and internal stakeholders to monitor claim performance, trends, and reserve accuracy.
Analyzes risk and claims data to identify trends and recommends strategies to reduce future exposure.
Prepares and presents risk and claims reports with findings and recommendations to executive leadership and board committees.
Advises senior leadership on emerging risks, compliance obligations, and insurance market developments.
Supports due diligence for acquisitions and new business initiatives impacting insurance or risk exposure.
Performs other duties as assigned.