Director of Enterprise Risk

Korn Ferry has partnered with our client on their search for a role, Director, Enterprise Risk Management.

A well-established and highly respected specialty insurance organization is seeking a Director, Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) to play a key leadership role in the continued evolution of its enterprise risk function. Reporting to the Chief Risk Officer, this individual will help transform an already mature ERM program into a more strategic business partner that actively influences enterprise decision-making and supports sustainable growth.

About the Opportunity

This is an opportunity to join a financially strong insurance organization with a long-standing industry reputation and a commitment to innovation, disciplined growth, and customer service. The organization has an established ERM framework and is seeking a leader who can further integrate risk insights into strategic and operational decisions across the enterprise.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the ongoing enhancement of the organization’s Enterprise Risk Management framework and governance processes.
• Partner with executive leadership to provide risk-informed perspectives on strategic initiatives, business planning, and key enterprise decisions.
• Oversee core ERM activities, including enterprise risk assessments, risk appetite management, key risk indicators, emerging risk identification, and management reporting.
• Facilitate enterprise risk committees, business continuity activities, and related governance programs.
• Identify and assess strategic, operational, financial, technology, cyber, AI, regulatory, and other emerging risks.
• Communicate complex risk concepts in a clear and actionable manner to executives and key stakeholders.
• Lead, develop, and mentor an ERM team while fostering a culture of analytical rigor, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Ideal Candidate Profile

The successful candidate will bring:

• Progressive leadership experience in Enterprise Risk Management, preferably within Property & Casualty insurance or a comparable financial services environment.
• Experience with ERM governance, risk appetite frameworks, enterprise risk assessments, key risk indicators, and board-level reporting.
• Strong business acumen across underwriting, finance, operations, and technology-related risks.
• A demonstrated ability to influence senior leaders, challenge assumptions constructively, and build credibility across diverse stakeholder groups.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to translate complex risk matters into practical business insights.
• Experience building and developing high-performing teams.

What Success Looks Like

The Director will help elevate ERM from an advisory function to a trusted strategic capability that:

• Shapes enterprise decisions before they are made.
• Enhances organizational resilience and business performance.
• Strengthens risk awareness across the organization.
• Supports thoughtful growth through intelligent risk-taking and disciplined governance.

Location

Hybrid work arrangement. Candidates should be willing to be on-site multiple days per week in the Midwest. Relocation support may be available.

Interested?

This search is being conducted on a confidential basis. Qualified candidates interested in learning more are encouraged to reach out for a private conversation.