Vice President of Risk Management

Liberty Military Housing; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Ownership

Comprehensive Benefits

Health & Wellness

Work-Life Balance

Leadership Growth

Purpose-Driven Culture

Job summary

Liberty Military Housing seeks a forward-thinking Vice President of Risk Management to lead the evolution of our enterprise-wide risk strategy. Reporting to the CFO, this role transforms risk management into a proactive business function—protecting assets, guiding strategy, and driving resilience across our national portfolio.

We seek a collaborative leader who translates complex risks into actionable plans, builds strong partnerships, and fosters a culture of prevention and continuous

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; MBA or advanced degree preferred.
• 15+ years of progressive experience in risk management with senior leadership responsibility.
• Experience leading enterprise risk management initiatives within large, multi-location organizations.
• Extensive expertise in commercial insurance, property & casualty, claims management, subrogation, and loss prevention.
• Strong understanding of contractual risk transfer, indemnification, and financial recovery strategies.
• Executive presence with ability to influence senior leadership and build partnerships.

Responsibilities

• Lead and advance Liberty’s Enterprise Risk Management framework across operations.
• Direct commercial insurance programs, coverage strategies, renewals, negotiations, and risk financing.
• Oversee complex claims, litigation support, subrogation, indemnification, and recovery strategies.
• Strengthen safety programs, loss prevention, and risk mitigation with operations teams.
• Develop catastrophe preparedness and business continuity plans for a geographically diverse portfolio.
• Provide data-driven insights to support capital investments and strategic decisions.

Skills

ERM strategy

Insurance programs

Claims management

Safety programs

Strategic leadership

Executive presence

Negotiation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Risk Management

MBA or advanced degree preferred

Tools

ARM

CPCU

CRM

Job description

Own Your Passion for Service. Lead with Purpose. Make an Impact.

At Liberty Military Housing, we believe exceptional leadership makes a lasting difference. As the nation’s largest employee-owned military housing provider, we have proudly served military families for more than 25 years, providing quality homes, welcoming communities, and exceptional service to those who serve our country.

With approximately 36,000 homes nationwide, Liberty offers a unique opportunity to join a mission-driven organization where leadership, collaboration, and employee ownership are central to our success.

Your Opportunity to Lead

Liberty Military Housing is seeking an accomplished and forward-thinking Vice President of Risk Management to lead the evolution of our enterprise-wide risk management strategy.

Reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer, this highly visible executive role offers the opportunity to transform risk management beyond traditional insurance and claims oversight into a proactive, strategic business function. You will help shape enterprise strategy, strengthen organizational resilience, protect company assets, and drive financial recovery and loss prevention across our national portfolio.

We are looking for more than a technical risk management expert. We seek a collaborative, business-minded leader who can turn complex risks into actionable strategies, build strong partnerships, and inspire a culture of prevention, accountability, and continuous improvement.

What You’ll Lead

• Enterprise Risk Strategy: Lead and advance Liberty’s Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) framework, identifying and mitigating operational, financial, legal, safety, and strategic risks.
• Insurance & Risk Financing: Direct commercial insurance programs, coverage strategies, renewals, negotiations, and innovative risk financing initiatives to optimize protection and cost effectiveness.
• Claims, Subrogation & Financial Recovery: Oversee complex claims, litigation support, third-party subrogation, contractual indemnification, and recovery strategies that minimize financial losses and protect company assets.
• Operational Risk & Safety: Partner with regional and national operations to strengthen safety programs, loss prevention, risk mitigation, and accountability while supporting an exceptional resident experience.
• Catastrophe Preparedness & Business Continuity: Develop strategies to address natural catastrophes, major loss exposures, emergency response, and business continuity across a geographically diverse portfolio.
• Strategic & Financial Leadership: Partner with executive leadership to evaluate enterprise risks, optimize risk financing, and provide data-driven insights that support capital investments, operational decisions, and long-term business performance.
• Leadership & Organizational Development: Build, mentor, and inspire a high-performing risk management team while fostering collaboration, continuous improvement, and a proactive risk management culture.

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Risk Management, Insurance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field required; MBA or advanced degree preferred.
• Minimum of 15 years of progressive experience in risk management, insurance, claims, or a related discipline, including significant senior leadership responsibility.
• Demonstrated success leading enterprise risk management initiatives within large, complex, multi-location organizations.
• Extensive expertise in commercial insurance, property and casualty programs, claims management, subrogation and recovery, loss prevention, and risk financing.
• Strong understanding of contractual risk transfer, indemnification, third-party liability, and financial recovery strategies.
• Exceptional business acumen, analytical capabilities, negotiation skills, and executive presence.
• Proven ability to influence senior leadership, build collaborative partnerships, and translate complex risks into practical business solutions.
• Professional designations such as ARM, CPCU, CRM, or comparable risk management credentials are highly desirable.
• Experience within large residential real estate portfolios, single-family or multifamily housing, REITs, hospitality, or other asset-intensive industries preferred.

Why Join Liberty?

At Liberty, you’re more than a leader - you’re an employee-owner with an opportunity to help shape our future.

We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a culture that supports your professional success and personal well-being.

• Employee Ownership: Participate in our 100% employer-funded Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision coverage, along with a 401(k) plan with company match.
• Health & Wellness: Prioritize your well-being with access to a variety of fitness opportunities, including gym access, group fitness classes, and wellness resources.
• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy paid time off, paid holidays, and programs designed to support a healthy, balanced lifestyle.
• Leadership & Professional Growth: Opportunities to influence company-wide strategy, develop talent, and make a lasting organizational impact.
• Purpose-Driven Culture: Join a collaborative team of employee-owners who take pride in supporting military families and making a meaningful difference.

Location: San Diego, California - in-office position; not eligible for remote or hybrid arrangements.

Reports To: Chief Financial Officer

Travel: Up to 25%

Ready to Lead with Purpose?

Join Liberty Military Housing and bring your expertise, vision, and leadership to an organization where your impact extends beyond business performance. Help protect our communities, strengthen our future, and support the military families we are proud to serve.