Senior Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) Specialist

Tecsa; Illinois; On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision

Employer-Paid Life Insurance

401(K) match up to 4%

Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Programs

Job summary

Zing Health is seeking a Senior Enterprise Risk Management Specialist to design and lead the ERM program, with primary accountability for ORSA leadership, enterprise risk assessments, and regulator-ready reporting across the organization.

You will coordinate with actuarial, finance, compliance, legal, internal audit, and business leaders to translate complex risk information into actionable insights, support regulator inquiries, and drive ongoing ERM maturity while advancing a member-centered,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Risk Management, Finance, Accounting, Business, Actuarial Science, or related field.
• Six (6) or more years of progressive experience in enterprise risk management, internal audit, compliance, or related roles within the health insurance industry.
• Demonstrated ownership-level experience with ORSA, including report drafting and regulator interaction.
• Strong knowledge of health insurance regulatory frameworks and NAIC ERM principles.
• Ability to work independently, exercise professional judgment, and influence senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead the annual enterprise risk assessment cycle and oversee ongoing risk identification, evaluation, and monitoring across the organization.
• Own and maintain the enterprise risk register, including risk statements, inherent and residual risk ratings, controls, mitigation strategies, and ownership.
• Provide guidance on alignment of enterprise risks with the Company’s risk appetite, tolerances, and limits, and elevate material deviations.
• Identify and assess emerging risks across regulatory, operational, financial, technology, and strategic domains.

Skills

ORSA ownership

Regulatory reporting

ERM framework design

Cross-functional collaboration

NAIC ERM principles

Strategic decision support

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Risk Management or related field

Tools

MAR

Form F

CGAD

Job description

COMPANY OVERVIEW

Zing Health is a tech-enabled insurance company making Medicare Advantage the best it can be for those 65-and-over. Zing Health has a community-based approach that recognizes the importance of the social determinants of health in keeping individuals and communities healthy. Zing Health aims to return the physician and the member to the center of the health care equation. Members receive individualized assistance to make their transition to Zing Health as easy as possible. Zing Health offers members the ability to personalize their plans, access to facilities designed to help them better meet their healthcare needs, and a dedicated care team. For more information on Zing Health, visit www.myzinghealth.com.

Description

COMPANY OVERVIEW

Zing Health is a tech-enabled insurance company making Medicare Advantage the best it can be for those 65-and-over. Zing Health has a community-based approach that recognizes the importance of the social determinants of health in keeping individuals and communities healthy. Zing Health aims to return the physician and the member to the center of the health care equation. Members receive individualized assistance to make their transition to Zing Health as easy as possible. Zing Health offers members the ability to personalize their plans, access to facilities designed to help them better meet their healthcare needs, and a dedicated care team. For more information on Zing Health, visit www.myzinghealth.com.

Position Summary

The Senior Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) Specialist is a key leader within the Company’s risk management function, responsible for the design, execution, and continuous enhancement of the enterprise risk management framework, with particular accountability for Own Risk and Solvency Assessment (ORSA) leadership, enterprise-wide risk assessments, and risk reporting to executive management, the Board of Directors, and regulators. This role serves as a subject-matter expert on health insurance ERM expectations and acts as a central point of coordination across actuarial, finance, compliance, legal, internal audit, and business leaders. The Senior ERM Specialist provides independent risk insight, ensures regulator-ready documentation, and translates complex risk information into actionable intelligence to support strategic decision-making in a highly regulated health insurance environment.

Enterprise Risk Management Program Leadership

• Lead the annual enterprise risk assessment cycle and oversee ongoing risk identification, evaluation, and monitoring across the organization.
• Own and maintain the enterprise risk register, including risk statements, inherent and residual risk ratings, controls, mitigation strategies, and ownership.
• Provide guidance on alignment of enterprise risks with the Company’s risk appetite, tolerances, and limits, and elevate material deviations.
• Identify and assess emerging risks across regulatory, operational, financial, technology, and strategic domains.

ORSA Ownership

• Serve as a primary owner or co-owner of the Company’s ORSA program, including planning, execution, and annual reporting.
• Draft, review, and refine the ORSA Summary Report to ensure alignment with NAIC expectations and regulatory guidance.
• Coordinate with actuarial and finance teams on stress testing, scenario analysis, capital management, and liquidity risk.
• Support regulatory inquiries, examinations, and follow-up activities related to ORSA filings.

Executive, Board, and Regulatory Reporting

• Prepare and present enterprise risk reporting, dashboards, and materials for senior management and Board or Board committees.
• Translate complex risk data into clear, decision-oriented executive communications.
• Support development and alignment of Form F (Enterprise Risk Report) and other enterprise-level regulatory disclosures.
• Ensure consistency across ERM, ORSA, and Model Audit Rule (MAR)-related governance and reporting.

Cross-Functional Risk Integration

• Act as a trusted risk advisor to business leaders and operational stakeholders.
• Coordinate ERM activities with Internal Audit, Compliance, Legal, Finance, and Actuarial teams.
• Promote a strong risk culture emphasizing accountability and informed decision-making.
• Mentor junior ERM staff or support risk owners in strengthening risk practices.

Program Maturity and Continuous Improvement

• Evaluate and enhance ERM methodologies, frameworks, and reporting tools.
• Monitor regulatory developments and industry best practices related to ERM and ORSA.
• Support long-term ERM maturity planning and sustainability.

Requirements

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Risk Management, Finance, Accounting, Business, Actuarial Science, or a related field.
• Six (6) or more years of progressive experience in enterprise risk management, internal audit, compliance, or related roles within the health insurance industry.
• Demonstrated ownership-level experience with ORSA, including report drafting and regulator interaction.
• Strong knowledge of health insurance regulatory frameworks and NAIC ERM principles.
• Ability to work independently, exercise professional judgment, and influence senior stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Medicare Advantage or multi-state insurance holding company structures.
• Familiarity with Model Audit Rule (MAR), Form F, and CGAD requirements.
• Professional certifications such as CRMA, CRM, CPA, CIA, CFE, or actuarial credentials.

Member-Centric Impact Statement

The Compliance Department and Enterprise Risk Management exist to protect our members by proactively identifying risks and maintaining rigorous oversight to ensure our organization operates in line with regulatory standards, ethical behavior and accountability. Compliance and ERM, through proactive organizational oversight, champions processes that foster regulatory compliance and enhances member safety, privacy and trust. Our commitment to doing what’s right helps create a reliable, respectful, and member focused experience for all individuals we serve.

The role may involve occasional travel to the corporate office and participation in company engagements.

Zing Health Offers The Following Benefits

• A competitive salary based on the market
• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Employer-Paid Life Insurance
• Paid Maternal Leave
• Paid Paternal Leave
• 401(K) match up to 4%
• Paid-Time-Off
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Several supplemental benefits are available, including, but not limited to, Spouse Insurance, Pet Insurance, Critical Illness coverage, ID Protection, etc.

Zing Health is committed to being an Equal Opportunity Employer. This means the company ensures all employment decisions, including hiring, promotion, compensation, and benefits, are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other legally protected characteristic. Zing Health strives to create a diverse, inclusive, and respectful workplace, providing equal access and opportunities for all employees and applicants. The organization actively promotes a culture of fairness and non-discrimination, supporting the personal and professional growth of every team member.