What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Insurance and Risk position at Sheppard Pratt?
General Summary:
- Under the general guidance of General Counsel, the Director of Insurance and Risk plays a key role in planning and executing Sheppard Pratt’s insurance and risk management strategy.
- The Director of Insurance and Risk utilizes in-depth knowledge of insurance and risk management disciplines and applies analytical thinking to support program executive, risk mitigation, and regulatory adherence.
- The role collaborates across functions to ensure functional continuity, financial accuracy, and operational excellence.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Legal, Finance, Accounting, Risk Management or similar field required. Master’s degree (e.g., MSRI) preferred.
- Minimum of 5 years’ experience in corporate insurance and risk management, preferred experience in health care industry
- Extensive knowledge of business insurance function and best practice department processes.
- Risk Management certification is preferred.
- Proficient with MS Office applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)
- Superior organization, project management skills and attention to detail
- Confidence with presenting data and advising leadership on data driven recommendations
- High level of commitment to quality work product and organizational ethics, integrity, and compliance
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team environment
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to effectively communicate, both written and verbally
- Demonstrated decision making and problem-solving skills.
- Detail-oriented with the ability to multi-task and meet deadlines with minimal supervision.
- Experience collaborating with diverse work teams and stakeholders
- Demonstrated ability to handle confidential and sensitive information possessing skills to handle situations in a professional and diplomatic manner
- Strategic thought partnership and consultancy skills.
Benefits:
At Sheppard Pratt, you will work alongside a multi-disciplined team led by a bold vision to change lives. We offer:
- A commitment to professional development, including a comprehensive tuition reimbursement program to support ongoing education and licensure and/or certification preparation
- Comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits for benefit eligible positions
- 403b retirement match
- Generous paid-time-off for benefit eligible positions
- Complimentary Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Generous mileage reimbursement program
Pay for this position is determined on a number of factors, including but not limited to, years and level of related experience.
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