Global Insurance & Risk Management Lead

Applied Materials, Inc.; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 122,000 - 168,000; Full time

Job summary

Applied Materials is seeking a seasoned Risk Manager to lead global insurance programs, oversee property risk engineering, and advise on risk management strategies. The role collaborates with Finance, Legal, EH&S, Procurement, HR, Real Estate, and Security to mitigate losses while supporting business growth.

The candidate will manage data collection, renewal submissions, and vendor partnerships, ensuring timely reporting and strong financial acumen.

Qualifications

• Understanding of property and casualty insurance, property risk engineering, and risk management concepts.
• Bachelor’s or higher degree in finance, insurance and risk management or comparable.
• 10+ years in risk management, insurance, or brokerage fields in progressively responsible roles.
• CPCU and/or ARM designation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Insurance program management for global property, stock throughput, construction-related programs, and crime insurance.
• Property risk engineering management for loss control and engineering services across properties and projects.
• Assist with contract reviews and provide advice and training on insurance and risk management matters.
• Claims management for assigned insurance programs, coordinating with counsel and TPAs.
• Collect underwriting data and prepare annual renewal submissions; meet deadlines.

Skills

Risk management

Property & casualty insurance

Analytical skills

Vendor partnerships

Communication skills

Budgeting / financial acumen

Education

Undergraduate or higher degree in finance, insurance & risk management

CPCU and/or ARM designation

Job description

Applied Materials is seeking a seasoned Risk Manager to lead global insurance programs, oversee property risk engineering, and advise on risk management strategies. The role collaborates with Finance, Legal, EH&S, Procurement, HR, Real Estate, and Security to mitigate losses while supporting business growth.

The candidate will manage data collection, renewal submissions, and vendor partnerships, ensuring timely reporting and strong financial acumen.