Risk & Insurance Manager

City of Altoona, PA; Altoona (PA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Altoona, PA is seeking an experienced Risk & Insurance Manager to oversee enterprise-wide risk management and insurance operations. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership, analytical, negotiation, and communication skills, while managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

This is an onsite position in Altoona and plays a key role in supporting organizational growth and long-term risk mitigation initiatives. Responsibilities include managing the insurance portfolio, conducting risk assessments, and collaborating with internal departments.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in risk management and insurance administration within a large or multi-entity organization.
• Strong understanding of risk assessment methodologies, insurance coverage analysis, and claims management procedures.
• Experience working with risk management systems, software platforms, and reporting tools.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong negotiation and vendor management skills.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other data analysis tools.
• Ability to manage multiple projects independently while collaborating effectively across departments.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Review, evaluate, and negotiate insurance policies to ensure appropriate coverage and cost-effective pricing.
• Manage the insurance portfolio for the parent company and subsidiaries.
• Oversee a broad range of insurance programs, including various liability and coverage types.
• Develop and implement enterprise risk management strategies to evaluate operational and financial risks.
• Conduct detailed risk assessments and recommend practical mitigation measures.
• Monitor insurance claims and risk exposure metrics.
• Research and implement risk management software and reporting tools.
• Collaborate with leadership and internal departments on risk management protocols.
• Prepare reports, presentations, and risk analyses for executive leadership.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical skills

Negotiation

Communication

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Data analysis

Vendor management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Risk Management, Insurance, Finance, Business Administration, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Risk management systems

Job description

Manpower is seeking an experienced and strategic Risk & Insurance Manager to oversee enterprise-wide risk management and insurance operations for a multi-company organization. This role is responsible for identifying, assessing, and mitigating operational and financial risks while ensuring comprehensive insurance coverage across all business entities.

The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership, analytical, negotiation, and communication skills, along with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. This position plays a key role in supporting organizational growth, compliance, and long-term risk mitigation initiatives.

This is an onsite position in Altoona or Tipton

Responsibilities

• Review, evaluate, and negotiate insurance policies to ensure appropriate coverage and cost-effective pricing
• Manage the insurance portfolio for the parent company and subsidiaries, including renewals, claims administration, and coordination with brokers and carriers
• Oversee a broad range of insurance programs, including:
  • Workers' Compensation
  • General Liability
  • Commercial Auto
  • Product Liability
  • Ocean Cargo
  • Professional Liability
  • Crime
  • Global Insurance Programs
  • Pollution Liability
  • Customs Bonds
  • Flood Insurance
• Develop and implement enterprise risk management strategies to identify and evaluate operational, supply chain, financial, and strategic risks
• Conduct detailed risk assessments and recommend practical mitigation measures to reduce organizational exposure
• Monitor insurance claims, loss trends, and risk exposure metrics to identify areas for improvement and recommend coverage adjustments when necessary
• Research, implement, and maintain risk management software and reporting tools to support multiple companies and improve data tracking and analysis
• Collaborate with leadership and internal departments to establish risk management protocols and promote a culture of safety, compliance, and risk awareness
• Develop and deliver training programs related to risk management policies, insurance procedures, and compliance initiatives
• Prepare reports, presentations, and risk analyses for the Chief Risk Officer, executive leadership, board members, and regulatory agencies as needed
• Maintain compliance with applicable insurance regulations, reporting requirements, and company policies

Qualifications

• Proven experience in risk management and insurance administration within a large or multi-entity organization
• Strong understanding of risk assessment methodologies, insurance coverage analysis, and claims management procedures
• Experience working with risk management systems, software platforms, and reporting tools
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilitiesli>
• Strong negotiation and vendor management skills
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other data analysis tools
• Ability to manage multiple projects independently while collaborating effectively across departments
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Bachelor's degree in Risk Management, Insurance, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field preferred
• Professional certifications such as ARM, CRM, CPCU, or similar designations are a plus

Preferred Skills

• Detail-oriented with excellent time management and follow-through
• Ability to analyze complex data and present actionable recommendations
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships across all levels of the organization
• Experience supporting manufacturing, logistics, distribution, or multi-location operations preferred