Risk & Insurance Lead - In-Person | Schulte Hospitality Group

Schulte Hospitality Group is seeking an energetic, experienced, and hands on Risk & Insurance Lead to join our team! Schulte Hospitality Group is an organization whose success is rooted in its service culture. Our mission is to exude hospitality, be respectful and authentic, prioritize the needs of our internal and external stakeholders above our own, and continuously strive to make a positive impact in all we do. We are passionate hoteliers eager to add like-minded people to our rapidly growing team! What In It For You When You Join Schulte you'll Be Part Of a Team Committed To An Inclusive, Employee-focused Workplace That Is Invested In Your Development. We Want You To Feel Engaged, Empowered, And Excited To Grow With Us. After All, We Believe Our Greatest And Most Valuable Asset Is Our People! Schulte provides a Rewarding, Fun And Flexible Work Environment, Exciting Perks, An Atmosphere Designed To Encourage And Promote Career Growth Within The Company And a Robust Benefit Package Including, But Not Limited To : Work Today, Get Paid today, with Daily Pa y!Free Telemedicine and Virtual Mental Health care access for all Associates starting day on e!Multiple Health Insurance and Life Insurance optio ns401k Plan + Company Match for eligible associat esPaid Time O ffHoliday P ayPet Insuran ceEmployee Assistance Progr amSchulte Savings Marketplace Discounts on event tickets, electronics, gym memberships + mor Our Company Schulte Compani es is a leading third-party management company with deep, multi-generational experience in all facets of the hospitality industry. We are a diverse team of innovative hoteliers and restauranteurs operating more than 200 locations across 38 states and 3 countries. Our portfolio includes a wide array of reputable brands like Marriott, Hilton, IHG and Hyatt as well as many unique, independent, boutique and lifestyle properties and restaurants. The Risk & Insurance Manager will lead the company’s risk management function and oversee all insurance-related matters for a multi-property hospitality portfolio. This leadership role is responsible for setting strategy, guiding risk mitigation initiatives, and overseeing insurance and claims operations while managing and developing a dedicated risk management team. The position combines high-level program ownership with hands-on involvement in complex and high-exposure matters, ensuring effective claims resolution, financial protection, and alignment with the company’s broader risk management objectives. The Manager serves as a key internal advisor and primary liaison to insurance carriers, brokers, third-party administrators, and legal coun Responsibilities ties:Lead, mentor, and manage a team of three Risk Management Specialists, setting clear expectations and performance stand ards.Establish workflows, best practices, and controls to ensure consistent, timely, and compliant claims hand ling.Provide subject-matter expertise and escalation support for complex, high-exposure, or litigated cl aims.Oversee and actively participate in all phases of insurance claims, including general liability, workers’ compensation, auto, property, and hospitality-specific expos ures.Oversee and direct claims lifecycle, ensuring timely, accurate, and effective handling from first notice of loss through final resolution, settlement, or litiga tion.Provide leadership and oversight to Risk Management Specialists managing claims, serving as the final decision-maker on strategy, settlement authority, and resolu tion.Coordinate closely with defense counsel, insurance adjusters, TPAs, and carriers on litigation strategy, discovery, evaluations, mediations, and settlem ents.Monitor reserves, claim valuations, settlement authority, and financial exp osureResponsible for preparing, monitoring, and tracking active and threatened litigation across portf olio.Identify and oversee subrogation and recovery opportunities for property damage, liability losses, and other incidents, including those that do not meet insurance deductible thresholds or policy qualifica tionsManage demand letters, negotiations, and escalation to legal action when appropr iate.Create, implement, maintain, and update compliance-related information databases such as injury and illness logs, insurance contacts, safety training audits, lag time reports, etc.Develop standardized tools and procedures to improve compliance process efficie nciesMaintain fleet card accounts to include new account setupProcess and record insurance and legal invo icingReview contracts/agreements in connection with requesting required insurance cove ragesOther duties as ass Education And Experience ience:Bachelor’s degree in Risk Management, Business, Insurance, Legal Studies, or a related field (or equivalent experi ence).Progressive experience in risk management, insurance, or complex claims han dling.Demonstrated experience managing litigated claims, subrogation, and third-party recov eries.Prior experience leading or supervising a team.Strong working knowledge of general liability, workers’ compensation, auto liability, and property insu Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities lities:Strong leadership and negotiation skills.Ability to manage complex, high-volume claims and recovery matters simultan eously.Excellent communication skills with executives, attorneys, carriers, and operational teams.Analytical mindset with strong financial and risk evaluation capabi lities.Comfortable operating in a hands-on role while providing strategic ove rsight.Extremely detail-o rientedAbility to multi-task, self-direct and se lf-paceAbility to maintain a high level of confiden tiality The hiring process may consist of a phone interview, manager(s) interview, drug screen, background check, reference checks, and potential employment assessment. This job description is only intended to provide a general description of the benefits and compensation applicable to this position. Paid Time Off (PTO) is available for eligible associates in accordance with the Company's Paid Time Off policy. Specific compensation and benefit details will be discussed during the interview process. Schulte Hospitality Group is an Equal Opportunity #J-18808-Ljbffr Schulte Hospitality Group