Insurance Risk Specialist

Do you thrive in a dynamic risk management environment and enjoy collaborating with diverse stakeholders?
Are you a detail-oriented professional with strong analytical and communication skills?
If so, we encourage you to apply for the Insurance Risk Specialist position at Stanford!

About the Role:
The Insurance Risk Specialist plays a vital role in supporting the Risk Management and Insurance team at Stanford University. This position interacts with various campus departments and schools, providing critical services, guidance, and education on risk management best practices, risk mitigation strategies, and claims handling. This position reports to the Executive Director of Risk Management.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Risk Management, Business Administration, Economics, Finance, or a related field (or equivalent professional experience).
• Associate in Risk Management (ARM) or Chartered Property Casualty Underwriter (CPCU) designation is a plus.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in risk management and insurance within a corporate, brokerage, or insurance company setting (experience as a risk analyst, broker, underwriting service is highly desirable).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite (particularly Excel and PowerPoint).
• Good working knowledge of Smartsheet and Oracle Financials system is a plus.
• The successful candidate will need to be vetted through the California Department of Motor Vehicles and hold a California license.
  

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Demonstrated ability to prioritize own work and multi-task.
• Demonstrated excellent organizational skills.
• Demonstrated ability to take initiative and ownership of projects.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Ability to routinely and independently exercise sound judgment in making decisions.
• Demonstrated experience working independently and as part of a team.
• Relevant subject matter knowledge.
• Ability to direct the work of others, for jobs requiring supervision.
  

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Constantly perform desk-based computer tasks.
• Frequently stand/walk, sitting, grasp lightly/fine manipulation.
• Occasionally use a telephone.
• Rarely lift/carry/push/pull objects that weigh 11-20 pounds. 

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• May have occasional extended or weekend work hours during peak business cycles. 

WORK STANDARDS:

• Interpersonal Skills: Demonstrates the ability to work well with Stanford colleagues and clients and with external organizations.
• Promote Culture of Safety: Demonstrates commitment to personal responsibility and value for safety; communicates safety concerns; uses and promotes safe behaviors based on training and lessons learned.
• Subject to and expected to comply with all applicable University policies and procedures, including but not limited to the personnel policies and other policies found in the University’s Administrative Guide, http://adminguide.stanford.edu .

The expected pay range for this position is $66,560 to $ $119,831 per annum.

Stanford University provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for a position. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal equity, geographic location and external market pay for comparable jobs.

At Stanford University, base pay represents only one aspect of the comprehensive rewards package. The Cardinal at Work website (https://cardinalatwork.stanford.edu/benefits-rewards ) provides detailed information on Stanford’s extensive range of benefits and rewards offered to employees. Specifics about the rewards package for this position may be discussed during the hiring process.

To Apply:
Please submit your resume and cover letter online

Why Stanford?

Stanford University offers a dynamic and collaborative work environment with a comprehensive benefits package, and an opportunity to make a significant impact within a world-class institution. Imagine a world without search engines or social platforms. Consider lives saved through first-ever organ transplants and research to cure illnesses. Stanford University has revolutionized the way we live and enrich the world. Supporting this mission is our diverse and dedicated 17,000 staff. We seek talent driven to impact the future of our legacy. Our culture and unique perks empower you with:

• Freedom to grow. We offer career development programs, tuition reimbursement, or course auditing. Join a TedTalk, film screening, or listen to a renowned author or global leader speak.
• A caring culture. We provide superb retirement plans, generous time-off, and family care resources.
• A healthier you. Climb our rock wall or choose from hundreds of health or fitness classes at our world-class exercise facilities. We also provide excellent health care benefits.
• Discovery and fun. Stroll through historic sculptures, trails, and museums.
• Enviable resources. Enjoy free commuter programs, ridesharing incentives, discounts and more!

The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department or program needs without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level of responsibility. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.

Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact Stanford University Human Resources at [email protected] . For all other inquiries, please submit a contact form .

Stanford is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.