Insurance Specialist (US)

Insurance Manager

Manage and lead all insurance processes, procedures and yearly activities for the country in a timely and effective way, securing all relevant standards and rules are in place. Responsible for all local mandatory insurances to ensure compliance with local legislation. Provide advice on local insurance matters to relevant business leaders and stakeholders. Secure insurance optimization in the country, e.g. through avoidance of double insurance or buy-down of deductibles. Accountable for collection of insured values for reporting to insurers and make sure that the values are declared in time for premium calculation purposes per each renewal date. Secure coordination of risk engineering service (Client Blue, which monitors and supports compliance within the Ingka Group). Report accidental losses and document data necessary for filing of claims according to the claims handling procedures. Coordination of relevant policies with local insurance broker if agreed centrally. Inform Group Insurance on substantial changes in amounts insured and/or risk profile. Inform global insurance department on large and/or complicated claims.

Good knowledge and technical understanding on corporate insurance set up. Basic knowledge of how to plan, organise and manage insurance costs and expenditures for a business or organisation. Basic knowledge of the invoice and control process for proof of purchase. Basic knowledge of policy agreements in which Client co-workers, property, assets or resources receives financial protection or reimbursement against losses or damages. Basic knowledge of how to build external networks and attempt actions to influence external parties. Understand the basics of 1) contract provisions and legal doctrines; 2) claims management; create portfolios of and place insurance coverage; be knowledgeable of global insurance markets; pricing; risk aversion; regulation; and able to negotiate, write and renew insurance contracts. Good knowledge of the Client Concept, Client Brand Identity and Client Culture & Values. Networking- Knowledge about how to manage and optimise insurance relations and transactions. Good communication skills to be able to understand and explain complex matters to people with different backgrounds. Excellent analytical and numerical skills. Negotiating Explores alternatives to reach outcomes acceptable to all parties. Driving for results- Accomplishes goals, completes tasks, and achieves results. Detail focus- Performs work with care, accuracy, and attention to detail.

University degree in Business administration, economics, law or related area. 5 years of experience in the (international) insurance market; as a customer, a broker or insurance company. Proven experience in negotiating and administering large complex claims. Excellent communication skills and fluent in English.