Vice President, Risk Control

AmTrust Financial Services, Inc.

2d•$150,000 - $223,000

About The Position

Reporting to the VP of Client Services, the Vice President of Risk Control drives a data driven, technology enabled risk control program closely aligned with client experience, sales, underwriting, and claims. The Vice President of Risk Control is responsible for leading the strategy, development, and execution of AmTrust North America’s enterprise risk control program. This leader will drive modernization efforts by driving the right balance of deep technical expertise in risk management and advanced data analytics, automation, and digital tools. They will use technology to enhance risk insights, improve operational efficiency, and strengthen underwriting and claims outcomes.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in risk management, insurance, engineering, safety science, or a related field; advanced degree preferred.
15+ years of experience in risk control or risk management, with deep exposure to data-driven and technology-enabled approaches.
Strong understanding of insurance products, underwriting processes, and regulatory requirements.
Proven leadership experience with the ability to influence cross-functional teams and senior executives.
Experience collaborating with technology, product, engineering, and data science teams to evaluate, test, and implement emerging platforms and InsurTech solutions.
Strategic thinker with strong analytical and quantitative skills and a track record of using data to drive decision making.

Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership & Program Oversight
Develop and execute a modern, data driven risk control strategy that identifies, evaluates, and mitigates risks across all lines of business.
Align risk control strategies with underwriting appetite, claims trends, and overall corporate objectives.
Oversee the creation of standardized frameworks, protocols, and best practices consistent with industry and regulatory requirements.
Data, Technology, & Automation
In partnership with underwriting and product lead the integration of advanced analytics, predictive modeling, and machine learning insights to proactively identify loss drivers and emerging risks.
Implement automation tools to streamline risk assessments, reporting, and field inspection workflow to enhance data accuracy and operational efficiency.
Champion the use of APIs and system integrations to connect risk control data with underwriting, claims, policy systems, and third-party platforms.
Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement
Work closely with underwriting, claims, product, actuarial, and senior leadership to translate risk findings into actionable business insights.
Collaborate with engineering, data teams, and vendors to evaluate and implement innovative risk control technologies and platforms.
Provide consultative guidance to internal and external stakeholders regarding risk trends, industry developments, and best practices.
Training, Development & Industry Engagement
Design and manage training programs that leverage digital content, virtual learning, and data enhanced risk scenarios.
Monitor and engage with industry associations, regulatory bodies, and InsurTech partners to stay ahead of emerging issues, technologies, and best practices.
Metrics, Performance, & Reporting
Develop and manage KPIs and performance dashboards to measure the effectiveness of the risk control program, employee productivity, and risk outcomes.
Utilize data visualization tools and real time reporting to support business decisions and communicate program value.
Leadership & Team Management
Lead, mentor, and inspire a team of risk control professionals, fostering a culture of innovation, accountability, and professional growth.
Identify skill gaps and build capabilities in data literacy, digital tools, and modern risk evaluation techniques.