Risk Control Specialist (Colorado)

greatwestcareers; Colorado; Remote; USD 80,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid schedule

Competitive pay

Generous PTO

Healthcare coverage

401(k) match

Job summary

Great West is seeking a Risk Control Specialist to support our Colorado territory. You will evaluate risks for motor carrier insureds, partner with underwriting, and help develop strategies to mitigate risk. The role involves travel several times per month (>60%), with autonomy to schedule visits within your region; remote work is possible depending on territory.

We offer competitive benefits and a focus on professional development within a collaborative team that keeps the nation moving forward.

Qualifications

• Insurance, safety, commercial auto risk management background required.
• Strong networking, relationship-building, negotiating, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent public speaking and training abilities.
• Customer service orientation with a consultative approach.
• Self-starter with strong organizational and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Partner with underwriting to evaluate risks and exposures for motor carrier insureds.
• Develop strategies to mitigate risk and drive profitable accounts.
• Travel regularly within the Colorado region to visit insureds and prospects.

Skills

Networking

Relationship building

Negotiation

Public speaking

Consultative mindset

Coaching

Education

Insurance/safety/commercial auto risk management background

Job description

We are seeking a motivated professional who is ready to elevate their Risk and Safety consulting expertise and partner with our insureds to drive meaningful impact. We are currently hiring a Risk Control Specialist to support our Colorado territory. This role may be fully remote, reporting to our Arlington, TX office.

As a member of our Risk Control department, our Safety and Risk Control Specialists are critical to the success of our business development. In this role, you will work alongside the underwriting team to acquire and retain profitable accounts by evaluating the risks and exposures of our motor carrier insureds and prospective customers. Additionally, you will partner with our current and prospective insureds to develop strategies to mitigate risk. You will have the opportunity to put your analytical mindset to work as you evaluate state and regional loss trends. No two days are the same in this role.

Our ideal candidate is willing to travel several times per month to visit insureds and prospects (>60%). You will have the autonomy to schedule customer visits within your assigned region.

Qualifications

• A background or education in insurance, safety, commercial auto risk management, or loss prevention.
• Adept in networking, building relationships, negotiating, and problem-solving.
• Enjoy coaching, education, giving public presentations, and approaching work with a consultative approach.
• Posesses a strong customer service orientation and excellent public speaking skills.
• Self-starter, organized, analytical, professional, and committed to excellence.

Salary Range: $80k-$115k

Your Future Starts Here: Benefits That Support Your Lifestyle

• Competitive Compensation
• Generous paid time off and paid company holiday schedule
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Long-Term Disability, Company Match 401(k), HSA, FSA
• Paternal Leave, Adoption Assistance, Fertility and Family Planning Assistance, Pet Insurance, Retail Discount Programs
• Community volunteer opportunities
• Wellness programs, gym subsidies, and support for maintaining a healthy lifestyle
• Scholarships for dependents and tuition reimbursement to further your education
• Company paid continuing education and monetary awards for professional development
• Opportunities for a hybrid work schedule (three days in the office, two days remote)

Who We Are

At Great West, an Old Republic Company, we are dedicated to serving the people and businesses that keep America moving. As one of the nation's leading providers of insurance solutions for the trucking industry, we partner with drivers, fleets, agents, and customers to deliver exceptional service, innovative solutions, and trusted expertise. Our success is built on the strength of our employees, with more than 1,200 professionals working across the country who are committed to integrity, collaboration, and making a difference every day.

We believe that great people build great companies. That's why we foster a culture where employees are valued, supported, and empowered to grow both personally and professionally. Whether you're helping customers, supporting business operations, or supporting your team, your contributions matter. If you're looking for a career with a stable, respected organization that prioritizes customer service, teamwork, continuous learning, and employee well-being, we invite you to join Great West as we help keep the nation's economy moving forward, one mile at a time.

To learn more about Great West and our office locations, please visit www.orgreatwest.com

Great West is an Equal Opportunity Employer