VP, Private Client Risk Management Specialist

HUB International • New York, NY

14d • $140,000 - $200,000

About The Position

At HUB International, we are a team of entrepreneurs. We believe in protecting and supporting the aspirations of individuals, families, and businesses. We help our clients evaluate their risks and develop solutions tailored to their needs. We believe in empowering our employees to learn, grow, and make a difference. Our structure enables our teams to maintain their own unique, regional culture while leveraging support and resources from our corporate centers of excellence. HUB is one of the largest global insurance and employee benefits broker, providing a boundaryless array of business insurance, employee benefits, risk services, personal insurance, retirement, and private wealth management products and services. With over $5 billion in revenue and almost 20,000 employees in 600 offices throughout North America, HUB has grown substantially, in part due to our industry leading success in mergers and acquisitions. ABOUT HUB'S RISK SERVICES DIVISION HUB's Risk Services Division is a team of certified risk management professionals with deep expertise across diverse industries and disciplines. Operating throughout the USA and Canada, we deliver proven solutions that help clients identify, quantify, and mitigate risk—protecting what matters most: their people, property, and profitability. THE OPPORTUNITY Join HUB's Risk Services Division as a VP dedicated to our Private Client and High-Net-Worth (HNW) specialty practice. This consultative role combines strategic thinking with hands-on client advisory designing and delivering best-in-class risk management services for individuals, estates, and family offices. You will be the primary risk management resource for our most sophisticated clients, developing personal risk strategies that protect assets, strengthen resilience, and improve readiness for disruptive events. This position requires practitioner-level experience across key risk domains and the ability to build scalable support programs that connect clients to world-class expertise within HUB and our trusted external specialist network.

Requirements

• Minimum 10 years of progressive consulting experience as a risk/loss control professional in insurance brokerage or carrier environments
• Demonstrated consulting proficiency with proven ability to collaborate with internal teams and external partners
• Deep understanding of personal lines coverages and risk analysis
• Strong client-facing presence with consultative mindset
• University degree required, Master's degree in relevant field preferred
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving capabilities
• Strong project management skills with ability to manage multiple complex engagements
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to work under pressure and consistently meet deadlines
• Proficient with Microsoft Office suite
• Highly self-motivated with demonstrated ability to work independently with limited supervision
• Ability to travel across the HUB footprint in the US and Canada (up to 30% of work schedule)
• Flexibility to work beyond normally scheduled workweek as necessary

Nice To Haves

• Completion of (or active progression toward) professional risk management designations such as CRM, ARM, CPRIA, CPCU, or CAPI highly desirable
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and industry knowledge
• Varied industry experience across multiple sectors desirable

Responsibilities

• Client Advisory & Personal Risk Strategy Serve as the trusted risk advisor and primary point of contact for complex HNW and family office clients
• Develop comprehensive Personal Risk Strategies covering homes, automobiles, valuables, collections, umbrellas, specialty assets, and lifestyle exposures
• Conduct consultative risk assessments to identify coverage gaps, exposure trends, and opportunities for enhanced protection
• Advise clients on coverage limits, deductibles, risk transfer options, and proactive mitigation strategies
• Provide ongoing guidance during life events (home purchase/renovation, collectible acquisitions, family changes)
• Identify and communicate everyday exposures to risk, ensuring clients maintain proper protection as circumstances evolve
• Collaborate with clients' external advisors (attorneys, wealth managers, family office teams) to deliver integrated solutions Relationship Management & Business Development
• Develop and maintain long-term relationships with high-net-worth and ultra-high-net-worth clients
• Partner with Producers, Account Managers, and Team Leads on new business development and retention initiatives
• Participate in client reviews, strategic account planning, and new business presentations
• Support proposal responses and RFPs for consulting opportunities with existing and prospective clients
• Drive client acquisition through referrals and exceptional service delivery Risk Assessment & Strategy Development
• Design tailored risk management and loss control strategies aligned with client objectives
• Conduct comprehensive program assessments identifying loss prevention and risk mitigation opportunities
• Develop evaluation frameworks, risk management deliverables, and issue identification protocols
• Advise clients on best practices for comprehensive risk mitigation across their entire portfolio
• Create strategies to build resilience, improve insurability, and enhance overall risk performance Emergency Planning & Preparedness
• Develop family-specific and region-specific emergency response, catastrophe, and evacuation plans
• Collaborate with Fine Arts Practice on extraction protocols (floor plans, utility shut-offs, access routes, vendor pre-arrangements including transit, movers, conservators, risk mitigation firms, security)
• Work with Yacht Practice on marine emergency and evacuation planning
• Build crisis readiness programs for high-value residences and assets Training, Education & Thought Leadership
• Develop site-specific training plans with clients and carrier partners
• Create and deliver national and regional educational webinars supporting marketing efforts
• Maintain expert-level knowledge of risk management tools, technology, emerging trends, and industry developments
• Provide subject matter expertise content and collateral to sales teams, service teams, and risk consultants
• Support media interviews and speaking opportunities at industry events Compliance & Carrier Relations
• Review and analyze carrier risk management and loss control requirements
• Assist clients with compliance planning and implementation
• Develop and manage strategic relationships with insurance carrier and vendor partners Dashboard & Tracking
• Develop tracking dashboards to monitor client assistance, producer engagement, and service delivery metrics
• Measure and report on consulting impact, client satisfaction, and program effectiveness Communication & Collaboration
• Coordinate seamless client discussions and internal team meetings ensuring outstanding communication
• Work collaboratively with consultants and client teams (risk managers, legal counsel, etc.) to exceed client expectations
• Proactively communicate with stakeholders, address concerns, and set clear expectations
• Contribute to strategic account reviews and continuous growth planning for our consulting practice Additional Responsibilities
• Lead risk management initiatives using accepted project management and consulting best practices
• Contribute to internal crisis management team activities
• Support special projects as assigned

Benefits

• HUB offers a competitive compensation and benefits package commensurate with the candidate's experience and abilities, including:
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits
• Professional development and continuing education support
• Career advancement opportunities within a top-5 global broker
• Collaborative, high-performance culture
• Access to cutting-edge risk management tools and resources

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level