Risk Manager

Our client is a large, privately held enterprise with a long-standing history of successful growth, diversification, and investment across multiple industries. They are seeking a Risk Manager to lead the organization's risk and insurance function during an exciting period of continued expansion. This highly visible role will provide oversight of risk management activities across a broad portfolio of operating businesses and assets, offering exposure to a wide range of complex risk profiles and operational environments. The successful candidate will partner closely with senior leadership to help protect and support the organization's ongoing growth initiatives while building a long-term career within a stable, entrepreneurial, and well-capitalized enterprise. The ideal candidate is a proactive problem-solver who is equally comfortable in the boardroom or out in the field, possessing the agility to navigate distinct industries under a single corporate umbrella. Key Responsibilities Claims, Loss Control & Operations Oversee claims across commercial auto, general liability, workers’ compensation, and property lines, including managing TPA performance, litigation strategy, reserves, and settlements. Monitor key data points (frequency, severity, lag time, incurred vs. paid, closure rates) to design and execute initiatives that reduce the total cost of risk. Partner closely with Legal, Operations, HR, and Safety teams to investigate serious incidents, conduct root-cause analyses, and implement preventive corrective actions across all business lines. Risk Infrastructure & Continuous Improvement Maintain and mature a practical enterprise risk management (ERM) framework, including risk registers, key risk indicators (KRIs), and a regular reporting cadence tailored to a privately held organization. Strengthen risk transfer mechanisms within contracts, leases, vendor agreements, liability waivers, and event documentation. Implement and manage risk/claims management systems, reporting dashboards, and actionable analytics to standardize policies while honoring the unique needs of each entity. Provide risk due diligence and post-acquisition insurance integration support to ensure new teams and assets plug into the corporate program and culture smoothly. Assist the CFO with the strategy, placement, and administration of all insurance programs, including a stand-alone captive insurance company, large-deductable/self-insured structures, excess/umbrella, and specialty lines. Analyze retentions, limits, and alternative risk structures to recommend the optimal balance between risk transfer and retention. Serve as the primary liaison with brokers, carriers, TPAs, and external partners; negotiate competitive terms, conditions, and pricing. Leverage telematics, in-cab cameras, and driver safety technologies to optimize safety and mitigate liability across a massive commercial vehicle fleet. Strategic Risk Leadership & ERM Guide ownership and the executive team on risk appetite, corporate financing strategies, and emerging enterprise priorities. Nurture a practical, safety-focused, and risk-aware mindset that aligns with the organization's family-oriented, hands-on environment across a large, diverse workforce. Qualifications & Attributes Bachelor’s degree in Risk Management, Insurance, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field preferred (Advanced degree is a plus). 10+ years of progressive corporate risk management and/or P&C insurance experience, with demonstrated responsibility across multi-entity or multi-location organizations. Meaningful, proven experience managing commercial auto/heavy truck fleet risks, captive insurance or large-deductible programs, and complex litigation/claims oversight (AL, GL, WC). Comfort and enthusiasm for working in blue-collar, field-based environments as well as high-end hospitality and agricultural settings; you enjoy walking the yards, shops, and facilities, rather than just sitting behind a desk. Strong data literacy with the ability to translate complex insurance analytics into clear, actionable operational recommendations. Exceptional interpersonal and relationship-building skills, with the ability to influence small direct teams as well as cross-functional stakeholders without formal authority. Professional designations such as ARM, CPCU, or CRM are highly preferred. Valid driver’s license and the ability to travel regularly for regional site visits. Why Choose Our Client? Stability & Growth: The backing of a massive and stable organization with a long-term, legacy-rich family ownership mindset. High Visibility: A casual, approachable culture with a direct line to executive decision-makers, ensuring your impact is visible and celebrated. Unmatched Variety: The chance to diversify your professional portfolio by protecting a uniquely mixed ecosystem of businesses, modernizing a respected risk function from the ground up. #J-18808-Ljbffr