Insurance and Risk/ESG Manager

Heritage Golf Group; Herndon (VA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Annual Bonus

Job summary

A leading hospitality firm in Herndon, Virginia is seeking an experienced Insurance & Risk/ESG Manager. The role involves overseeing various insurance policies and managing ESG initiatives. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in a related field, with 8+ years of relevant experience. This full-time position offers a competitive salary ranging from $100,000 to $150,000, plus benefits including medical insurance and 401(k).

Qualifications

• 8+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• 3–5 years in the golf or hospitality industry.
• Leadership roles required.

Responsibilities

• Manage the company’s insurance policies.
• Oversee claims and incident management.
• Develop and implement risk mitigation plans.
• Execute and report on ESG initiatives.

Skills

Attention to detail

Intermediate to Advanced Excel

Strong ethical standards

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

CPA preferred

Job description

Company Overview

Since purchasing Heritage Golf Group in January 2020, the current ownership and leadership team has grown the company to include 46 clubs across the US. With its home office in northern Virginia, just outside Washington DC, Heritage clubs are located in Alabama, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Missouri, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, Michigan, and Wisconsin. The company continues to grow by acquiring a mix of private country clubs in residential communities, member‑owned clubs with growth potential seeking strategic alternatives, and premium daily‑fee and resort golf properties in major resort destinations and metropolitan markets. Guided by the principle of evolving the golf experience to the highest level, each individual club’s amenities and operational systems are tailored to augment its unique assets.

Job Summary

The Insurance & Risk/ESG Manager position oversees the organization’s General Liability, Property, Cyber D&O, and Workman’s Compensation insurance policies and ESG initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

Insurance & Risk

• Manage the company’s insurance policies, including property, liability, workers’ compensation, directors and officers, cyber, auto and other business‑related coverages.

Insurance Management

• Serve as primary liaison with insurance brokers, carriers, legal counsel and third‑party administrators.
• Evaluate and recommend appropriate coverage levels and policy types.
• Support acquisitions and new ventures by assessing insurance implications and ensuring proper coverage.
• Ensure accurate and timely submission of insurance applications, renewals, and endorsements.
• Provide data requirements as requested by the broker as part of renewal process and annual policy audit.
• Manage the payment and expense allocation of premium payments of all company insurance policies.
• Prepare the company insurance budget and allocation across the company portfolio based upon relevant metrics.

Claims and Incident Management

• Oversee the reporting, tracking, investigation, and resolution of insurance claims.
• Coordinate with internal departments and external parties to gather documentation and support claim resolution.
• Monitor claim trends and develop strategies to reduce frequency and severity.
• Review contracts to ensure appropriate risk transfer provisions are included (e.g., indemnification, insurance requirements).
• Collaborate with legal and procurement teams on contract negotiations involving risk‑related clauses.
• Identify, assess, and prioritize risks across the organization.
• Develop and implement risk mitigation plans and internal controls.
• Collaborate with leadership and department heads to promote risk awareness and best practices.
• Coordinate training for employees on insurance‑related topics, such as claims procedures and risk mitigation.
• Lead risk management initiatives, including regular reporting to senior leadership.
• Ensure compliance with insurance‑related legal and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain all insurance certificates, policies, and risk‑related documentation.
• Prepare reports for leadership regarding risk exposure, loss experience, and insurance coverage.

ESG

• Oversee the development, execution, and reporting of ESG initiatives, ensuring alignment with corporate values, investor expectations, and regulatory requirements.

Reporting & Disclosure

• Assist in the development and implementation of ESG strategies that align with the organization’s mission, vision, and values.
• Manage data collection, verification, and submission for ESG disclosures and investor questionnaires.
• Prepare internal and investor communication on ESG goals and progress.
• Monitor environmental impact areas, such as energy use, water consumption, and waste management.
• Collaborate with operations and facilities teams to implement sustainability initiatives.

Social Responsibility & Governance

• Support community engagement and labor practice responsibility efforts.
• Ensure governance practices align with ESG principles, including ethical conduct, transparency, and compliance.
• Assist in setting ESG‑related goals at the corporate and department levels.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA preferred.
• Experience: 8+ years of progressive accounting experience, including leadership roles, with at least 3–5 years in the golf, hospitality industry or multi‑unit business environments.
• Relevant Professional Certifications such as CRMA, FRM, PRM, ARM a plus.
• Intermediate to Advanced Excel skills.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Adaptability to rapidly changing operational demands.
• Ability to manage and oversee financial operations across multiple locations.
• Strong ethical standards and integrity.

Compensation

Base Pay Range

$100,000.00/yr – $150,000.00/yr

Additional Compensation Types

• Annual Bonus
• Direct message the job poster from Heritage Golf Group

Employment Details

• Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level
• Employment type: Full‑time
• Job function: Management
• Industries: Hospitality and Golf Courses and Country Clubs

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)

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