Insurance Senior Loss Control Consultant - Chicagoland/Northern, IL

Position Overview The Insurance Senior Loss Control Consultant plays a critical role in supporting the profitable growth and retention of the Commercial Lines portfolio. This position provides expert risk evaluation, technical consultation, and collaborative support across Property, General Liability, Commercial Auto, and Workers’ Compensation lines of business. Working in a team-oriented environment, the Insurance Senior Consultant partners closely with Underwriting, Agents, and Insureds to help qualify new business opportunities, improve account performance, and drive long-term profitability. The candidate must reside in the Chicagoland, IL (Northern-IL) area and will be responsible for travel. Essential Job Functions Risk Assessment & Technical Expertise Conduct comprehensive loss control evaluations for prospective and existing commercial accounts across multiple lines of business. Identify hazards, evaluate operational exposures, and recommend practical, data-driven solutions to mitigate loss potential. Prepare clear, detailed reports outlining risk quality, recommendations, and suitability for underwriting guidelines. Provide technical guidance on risk improvement strategies tailored to the insured’s operations, industry, and safety culture. Support for New Business & Retention Assist Underwriting in evaluating new business submissions through on-site surveys, virtual assessments, and exposure analysis. Participate in new business meetings and agent/insured visits to articulate risk strengths, concerns, and recommendations. Support retention efforts by helping insureds implement risk‑improvement initiatives that strengthen account performance and claim outcomes. Partner with the team to develop service plans that align with underwriting strategies and customer needs. Analyze loss trends, claim activity, and operational practices to identify root causes and prevention strategies. Recommend safety programs, policy enhancements, and operational best practices to reduce frequency and severity of losses. Provide training, resources, and coaching to insureds on workplace safety, fleet management, property protection, and regulatory compliance. Cross-Functional Collaboration Work closely with Underwriting, Claims, Audit, and Agency partners to ensure effective communication and alignment on risk quality and service strategy. Participate in team meetings, planning sessions, and continuous improvement efforts to enhance underwriting profitability and service delivery. Share insights and trends to help the team identify growth opportunities, strengthen risk selection, and improve portfolio performance. Contribute to underwriting profitability by ensuring accurate risk classification, strong risk selection, and impactful recommendations. Support achievement of departmental goals related to new business production, retention, and improvement in loss ratios. Monitor follow-through on risk control recommendations and escalated significant hazards. Education & Experience Bachelor’s degree in Safety Management, Occupational Safety, Risk Management, Engineering, Business or related field (preferred). Typically requires 5+ years of experience in commercial lines loss control, risk engineering or safety consulting. Prior loss control experience with a commercial insurance company or agency. Experience with multi-line commercial exposures, including property, liability, auto, and workers’ compensation. Certifications & Licenses Attainment of professional designations such as Associate in Risk Management (ARM), Associate Safety Professional (ASP), or Certified Safety Professional (CSP) preferred. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Must have: Loss control/safety experience in the insurance industry (Workers Comp, Commercial Auto, Property, or General Liability). Working knowledge of regulatory compliance agencies such as OSHA, DOT, NFPA, NEC and other safety related agencies. Ability to write, diagnose, collect, extrapolate and review data to assist policyholders in reducing losses. Ability to learn quickly and adapt to changing or new priorities. Self-directed and capable of working independently while contributing to team environment. Experience in public speaking and safety knowledge background. Adaptability to changes in responsibilities, work processes, timeframes, performance expectations, or organizational culture. Experience in counseling, guiding, leading, coordinating, and listening to clients. Skill at computing, compiling, tabulating, charting, and reviewing data to support conclusions. Ability to plan and conduct safety meetings. Strong written, presentation, and oral communication skills. Work Conditions: Must have a valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record. Will work from home. Willingness and ability to travel to policyholders and potential clients within assigned territory. Will periodically be required to attend meetings in the home office (Pekin, IL). Demonstrated abilities: Influence without authority and maintain strong professional relationships with agents, insureds, and internal partners. Maintain a positive image and build strong relationships. Travel overnight as needed (minimal). Demonstrated skills: Strong analytical skills with the ability to assess complex risks and deliver practical solutions. Excellent communication, explaining technical concepts clearly to diverse audiences. Team-oriented mindset with commitment to collaboration and shared business goals. Strong organization, time management, and prioritization skills. Listening and communicating with the ability to speak in public. Demonstrated knowledge of: Applicable safety requirements. In-depth knowledge of: Industry safety standards, regulatory requirements, and risk mitigation techniques. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship now or in the future. Pay Range $95,000-$120,000 per year This range is based on the expected level of experience and skills for this position. Final compensation will depend on individual assessment. Benefits Health, Dental and Vision Insurance Generous 401(k) with company match Paid Time Off (PTO) with Paid Holidays Flexible/Hybrid Work Schedule Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr