Assistant Vice President, Risk Control Operations

Gallagher Bassett; Rolling Meadows (IL); On-site; USD 140,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits

Career development

Collaborative culture

Global reach

Job summary

Gallagher Bassett is seeking a senior leader to drive Risk Control operations, overseeing a team of professionals across a network of branches. You will align Sales, Service, Risk Control, and Safety goals while driving operational excellence and client satisfaction.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree with 8+ years in risk control and strong knowledge of OSHA/EPA/DOT requirements. Travel and leadership of cross-functional teams are essential to success in this dynamic, global organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 8+ years in safety/risk/loss control or related leadership roles.
• Strong knowledge of federal/state safety codes and standards (OSHA, EPA, DOT).
• Experience designing and implementing productivity and Risk Control & Safety services improvements; travel as needed.
• Proven leadership with ability to inspire, develop, and lead high-performing teams.
• Excellent organizational and project management skills with ability to manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership for Risk Control team and program coordinators, ensuring service delivery and operational excellence.
• Monitor and measure team performance using productivity and quality metrics.
• Drive best practices, identify process improvements and scalable solutions.
• Oversee workload distribution and resource allocation for field staff to maximize service delivery.
• Serve as escalation point for complex client issues and strategic guidance.
• Build and maintain strong client, carrier and stakeholder partnerships and support business development.

Skills

Leadership

Risk control

Project management

Strategic thinking

Client management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Introduction

At Gallagher Bassett, we're there when it matters most because helping people through challenging moments is more than just our job, it’s our purpose. Every day, we help clients navigate complexity, support recovery, and deliver outcomes that make a real difference in people’s lives. It takes empathy, precision, and a strong sense of partnership—and that’s exactly what you’ll find here. We’re a team of fast-paced fixers, empathetic experts, and outcomes drivers — people who care deeply about doing the right thing and doing it well. Whether you're managing claims, supporting clients, or improving processes, you’ll play a vital role in helping businesses and individuals move forward with confidence. Here, you’ll be supported by a culture that values teamwork, encourages curiosity, and celebrates the impact of your work. Because when you’re here, you’re part of something bigger. You’re part of a team that shows up, stands together, and leads with purpose.

At Gallagher Bassett, we're there when it matters most because helping people through challenging moments is more than just our job, it’s our purpose. Every day, we help clients navigate complexity, support recovery, and deliver outcomes that make a real difference in people’s lives. It takes empathy, precision, and a strong sense of partnership—and that’s exactly what you’ll find here. We’re a team of fast-paced fixers, empathetic experts, and outcomes drivers — people who care deeply about doing the right thing and doing it well. Whether you're managing claims, supporting clients, or improving processes, you’ll play a vital role in helping businesses and individuals move forward with confidence. Here, you’ll be supported by a culture that values teamwork, encourages curiosity, and celebrates the impact of your work. Because when you’re here, you’re part of something bigger. You’re part of a team that shows up, stands together, and leads with purpose.

Overview

The base salary for this position is $140,000 to $150,000 annually, based on experience, qualifications, and overall fit for the role.

Leads a Risk Control team responsible for delivering high-quality, efficient service to internal and external clients across a network of branches. Ensures Sales, Service, Risk Control, and Safety goals are aligned while driving operational excellence, client satisfaction, profitable growth, and talent development.

Directly impacts business outcomes including new business development, client retention, client satisfaction, operating performance, and the continued enhancement of Gallagher's value proposition. Creates and fosters a culture of accountability, performance, innovation, and continuous improvement.

Strategic Leadership & Operations

• Provide leadership and oversight for a team of Risk Control professionals and program coordinators, ensuring the consistent delivery of defined service offerings and operational excellence.
• Proactively manage, monitor, and measure team performance through established productivity, quality, and service metrics.
• Lead and drive best practices while identifying opportunities for process improvements, operational efficiencies, and scalable solutions.
• Oversee workload distribution and resource allocation for field associates and coordinators to ensure optimal service delivery and effective utilization of talent.
• Serve as a key escalation point for complex client issues, operational challenges, and personnel matters, providing timely resolution and strategic guidance.

Client Management & Business Development

• Build and maintain strong partnerships with clients, carriers, captive insurance programs, and internal stakeholders.
• Manage relationships with key captive clients and other strategic accounts, addressing operational concerns and developing solutions to support long-term client success.
• Oversee the assessment process for prospective captive members, including scheduling, coordination, and management of Risk Control evaluations.
• Manage captive member contract renewal activities and ensure timely execution of renewal strategies.
• Partner with Sales and Account Management teams to support business development initiatives, participate in sales presentations, and assist with proposal development and client retention efforts.
• Collaborate with Sales, Service, Account Planning, and Claims Advocacy teams to develop cross-functional solutions that enhance client outcomes and drive business growth.

Talent Leadership & Development

• Provide direct leadership for the Risk Control team, including talent acquisition, onboarding, coaching, performance management, development planning, and employee engagement.
• Develop future leaders through mentorship, succession planning, and targeted professional development opportunities.
• Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, innovation, and continuous learning.

About You

Required

• Bachelor's degree with 8+ years' experience as a safety/risk/loss control consultant in the insurance broker or carrier environments, or as a safety technician/manager in private industry.
• Strong knowledge of federal and state safety codes and standards including OSHA, EPA, and/or DOT requirements.
• Prior experience designing and implementing productivity and Risk Control & Safety Services improvements. Ability to travel and work beyond normally scheduled workweek as necessary.
• Demonstrated leadership experience with the ability to inspire, develop, and lead high-performing teams.
• Strong organizational and project management skills with the ability to effectively manage multiple priorities, competing demands, and complex client issues simultaneously.
• Proven problem-solving and decision-making capabilities in fast-paced, evolving environments.
• Forward-thinking and progressive leadership style with a focus on continuous improvement and innovation.

Preferred

• 5+ years' experience leading a team preferred. Bachelor's Degree in Occupational or Industrial Safety, Fire Protection, Risk Management and the following certifications
• Growth-oriented mindset with a passion for driving operational excellence, client satisfaction, and business development.
• Strong technical knowledge and experience in EHS, safety, risk control, risk management, loss prevention, occupational safety, or a related field.
• Experience managing client relationships, business development activities, sales support, and proposal preparation.
• Excellent communication, relationship-building, and stakeholder management skills.
• A demonstrated willingness and desire to assume increasing leadership responsibilities, with the potential to advance into broader regional leadership roles.
• Associate in Risk Management (ARM), Associate in Safety Professional (ASP), Certified Safety Professional (CSP)

Behaviors

• Demonstrates positive leadership behaviors.
• Proven ability to develop high performing employees and teams, while achieving desired results.
• Able to balance the unique needs of our clients while maximizing operational efficiency.
• Demonstrates a breadth and depth of operational service delivery management expertise focused on service quality, people, process and technology

Compensation And Benefits

At Gallagher, we believe supporting our colleagues goes far beyond the role itself. For more information, visit our Benefits page.

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive benefits programs designed to support your well-being
• Career development opportunities and ongoing learning
• A collaborative, people-first culture with accessible leadership
• The opportunity to do meaningful work with global reach and local impact

At Gallagher, we are dedicated to building an inclusive and authentic workplace.

Gallagher is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer (Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled)