Risk Manager

Criterion Executive Search, Inc.; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Criterion Executive Search, Inc. is seeking an Agency Risk Manager/Director to guide Producers and AE's on complex commercial lines, analyzing risk, identifying coverage gaps, and shaping strategies to win and retain business.

This client-facing leadership role emphasizes presenting risk concepts, reviewing loss histories, and turning data into actionable recommendations for mid-market and large accounts. Strong communication is essential.

Qualifications

• Strong commercial P&C coverage knowledge and presentation skills.
• Bachelor's degree in Risk Management or equivalent experience.
• CIC, CPCU, or other insurance designations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead client and prospect presentations on loss analytics, coverage gaps, and risk management strategies.
• Serve as a resource for middle-market and large, complex business accounts.
• Partner with Producers and regional teams on account strategy and client solutions.
• Train and support Producers in using risk management tools and provide resources.
• Collaborate with internal teams on complex account reviews and new business opportunities.

Skills

Risk management

Client presentations

Loss analytics

Policy analysis

Data-driven recommendations

Education

Bachelor's degree in Risk Management

CIC/CPCU designation

Job description

A national insurance agency with operations in NoCal or SoCal seeks an Agency Risk Manager / Director to work alongside Producers and AE's to provide guidance on complex commercial business. This client-facing role focuses on analyzing risk, identifying coverage gaps, developing insurance strategies, and helping Producers win and retain business.

REQUIREMENTS

7+ years of commercial P&C brokerage or agency risk management experience, with a strong track record of delivering client-facing risk management services. Must be comfortable presenting complex insurance concepts, analyzing loss runs, claims history, reviewing policies, and turning clients' data into actionable recommendations.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead client and prospect presentations on loss analytics, coverage gaps, and risk management strategies.
• Serve as a resource for middle-market and large, complex business accounts.
• Partner with Producers and regional teams on account strategy and client solutions.
• Train and support Producers in using risk management tools and provide resources.
• Collaborate with internal teams on complex account reviews and new business opportunities.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Strong commercial P&C coverage knowledge and presentation skills.
• Bachelor's degree in Risk Management or equivalent experience.
• CIC, CPCU, or other insurance designations preferred.

COMPENSATION

• Competitive base salary based on experience.