The Accounting & Finance team at Associated Electric Cooperative is seeking a risk management leader.  With independent leadership, this role is responsible for leading and managing strategies for Associated’s insurance programs including property and casualty, general liability, workers’ compensation, directors and officers, crime, and other policies required to manage risk for the Cooperative. 

What You’ll Do:

• Risk Management: Oversee and evaluate corporate insurance programs, including liability, property, workers' compensation, and professional liability, ensuring optimal risk mitigation strategies.
• Policy Negotiation & Renewal: Lead negotiations with insurance carriers to secure competitive rates, terms, and coverage; manage the annual renewal process and any policy amendments.
• Claims Management: Direct the claims process, from incident reporting to resolution, working closely with internal teams and external insurers to ensure timely settlements.
• Compliance & Reporting: Ensure all insurance policies comply with regulatory requirements, and prepare detailed reports on insurance performance, costs, and risk exposure for senior management.
• Team Leadership: Manage a team of insurance risk management professionals, providing guidance, training, and performance management to achieve departmental goals.

What You’ll Bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in Risk Management, Finance or General Business; or equivalent work experience.
• Master’s Degree and Professional Certification preferred.
• Professional experience leading and developing staff, managing projects, and contributing to annual budgeting with cost management.
• Willingness to own areas of responsibility, forge strong internal and external professional relationships, and contribute within a team environment.

As an employer of choice and a certified Great Place to Work, Associated provides employees competitive compensation, 401k with an employer match, health, paid leave for family planning (including adoption), paid disability leave and other benefits.  We support employees in their journey to physical, financial, emotional and social well-being and we encourage employees to enjoy time away with Paid Time Off, paid holidays and volunteerism in community events.  Associated’s culture includes workforce flexibility options with opportunities for personal and professional growth including tuition reimbursement and development planning resources.  Come join a team where your talents are appreciated, your voice is heard, and your work has an impact! 

To learn more and apply for a position, please visit www.aeci.org/careers. You will be able to upload additional applicant documents (i.e. resume, cover letter). AECI is fully committed to the concept and practice of equal opportunity and affirmative action in all aspects of employment. Please contact us if you require assistance in filling out an application. Individuals with disabilities should request reasonable accommodations in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act prior to an appointment.

About Associated Electric Cooperative, Inc.

As an employer of choice and a certified Great Place to Work, Associated provides employees competitive compensation, 401k with an employer match, health, paid leave for family planning (including adoption), paid disability leave and other benefits. We support employees in their journey to physical, financial, emotional and social well-being and we encourage employees to enjoy time away with Paid Time Off, paid holidays and volunteerism in community events. Associated’s culture includes workforce flexibility options with opportunities for personal and professional growth including tuition reimbursement and development planning resources. Come join a team where your talents are appreciated, your voice is heard, and your work has an impact!

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