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Great West Casualty Company

Lead Risk Specialist, National Accounts

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Chicago, IL, USA
Senior level
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Chicago, IL, USA
Senior level
Consults with large motor carrier customers to evaluate risks, analyze loss trends, and recommend risk mitigation strategies. Partners with National Accounts teams to acquire and retain profitable accounts, advises insured management teams, develops safety initiatives, coaches customers, and delivers presentations. The role is fully remote in the Midwest but requires frequent travel of 70%–80% monthly.
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Job Summary & Responsibilities

This position is fully remote and is located in the Midwest of the United States.


We are hiring a Lead Risk Control Representative who will focus on our large fleet motor carriers. We are looking for someone who wants to take their Risk Control knowledge to the next level and partner with our largest insureds to make an impact.

In this role, you will consult with the management teams of our insured customers to recommend and analyze risk control strategic initiatives and techniques. Our Risk Control Representatives are critical to the success of Great West’s business development to fulfill our commitment to being the premier insurance provider in every segment of business we write.

You will work alongside our National Accounts team to acquire and retain profitable accounts by evaluating risks and exposures. Additionally, you will partner with our current and potential insureds to develop strategies to mitigate risk. You will have the opportunity to put your analytical mindset to work as you evaluate loss trends and safety needs.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree or professional-level experience with motor carrier fleet operations, insurance risk management, or safety consulting to the motor carrier industry,
    • Safety certifications or willing to obtain.
    • Leadership experience in safety, operations, or risk management.
    • Adept in networking, building relationships, negotiating, and problem-solving.
    • Enjoy coaching, education, giving public presentations, and approaching work with consultative approach.
    • Possesses a strong customer service orientation and excellent public speaking skills.
    • Self-starter, organized, analytical, professional, and committed to excellence.

Why work for us?
We offer you a challenging career with a competitive compensation and benefits package, including:

  • Comprehensive training program.
    • Paid study materials, exam fees, study day, and monetary awards for professional development.
    • Paid vacation and paid sick leave.
    • Opportunities to impact the organization through participation in committees.
    • Support for healthy lifestyles through a wellness program and gym subsidies.

Location of job:

  • Remote (Midwest United States)

Travel:

  • Estimated travel for this position is between 70%-80% a month. 

Who we are:
For over 65 years, Great West Casualty Company has provided premier insurance products and services to thousands of truck drivers and trucking companies across America. We have regional offices located around the country, and nearly 1,000 professionals are proud to call us an employer of choice. We are dedicated to the success, happiness, and wellness of our employees. If you are looking for a company where your contributions are valued, your continued learning is financially supported, and customer service is a priority, we want to talk to you. Apply today and join one of America's largest insurers of trucking companies as we help keep the nation's economy moving forward one mile at a time.

Must be able to pass a drug screen. To learn more about Great West and our office locations, please visit our website www.gwccnet.com.



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Great West Casualty Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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